Meet the Highland Playschool Team
Behind every great day is a team that truly cares. Get to know the passionate educators and caregivers dedicated to your child's growth.
People Who Show Up for Your Child Every Day
At Highland Playschool, our team is our greatest asset. Every educator and caregiver on our staff was chosen not just for their qualifications, but for their genuine love of working with children. From our infant room caregivers to our Pre-K teachers, every member of our team is background-checked, trained in accordance with Maryland state licensing requirements, and deeply committed to creating a safe, nurturing environment where every child feels known, valued, and excited to learn.
Our Leadership Team
Ben Costa
Executive Director
Kelly Wheeler
Director
Kelly Wheeler is a dedicated early childhood education leader whose passion for this work is as personal as it gets. With a background spanning home childcare, quality assurance, and center operations, Kelly brings a rare depth of experience to her role as Director. She leads with a focus on creating a nurturing, high-quality learning environment where children thrive, families feel welcome, and teachers are supported and valued. For Kelly, Highland Playschool is more than a workplace — it is a dream fulfilled.
Our Educators & Caregivers
Every member of our team is here because they love what they do — and it shows in everything they do for your child.

Mrs. Kattya
Lead Infants

Mrs. Shamaela
Lead Pre-K

Ms. Janae
Lead Infants/Toddlers

Mrs. Lindsay
Lead Preschool

Ms. Grace
Lead Preschool

Ms. Autumn
Lead Preschool

Ms. Mia
Lead Infants

Ms. Abrielle
Assistant Preschool/Pre-K

Ms. Kallie
Assistant Infants/Toddlers

Ms. Mhina
Assistant Toddlers

Ms. Alissa
Assistant Toddlers

Ms. Yohanna
Assistant Preschool/Pre-K

Ms. London
Assistant Toddlers
Passionate About Early Childhood Education?
We are always looking for caring, dedicated people to join the Highland Playschool family.