Katelin is a passionate advocate for early childhood education and currently serves as Area Director for Scottsdale Academy. With more than 15 years of experience in both the classroom, as well as in leadership roles where she is effective in recruiting, mentoring and developing a strong teaching team. She is deeply committed to supporting teachers, partnering with families and ensuring every child receives a strong foundation for lifelong learning.

Katelin holds a National Child Development Associate Credential (CDA), Florida’s Voluntary Prekindergarten Education Program (VPK) Endorsement and Director’s Credential, bringing a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her role. She believes that positive relationships are at the heart of successful schools and strives to create welcoming, inclusive environments where children, staff, and families feel valued and supported.

Darielle serves as the Assistant Director at our Southwood school, bringing over a decade of dedicated experience in early childhood education. She began her journey with Scottsdale in 2011, working with children from infancy through age three. Darielle’s passion for teaching soon advanced her to the Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) program, where she spent eight years fostering kindergarten readiness for her students. Her commitment to excellence and strong leadership skills naturally guided her into her current role as Assistant Director.

She holds a Florida Child Care Professional Credential (FCCPC), a Director’s Credential and is VPK Endorsed. Darielle is deeply committed to supporting teachers, partnering with families, and ensuring a nurturing, high-quality learning environment where every child can thrive.