Meet Our Teachers

KATY FLYNN

My husband and I moved to Colorado in 2014 and found Foothills Christian Preschool to be the perfect place for our daughter, Hadley. After years of raising her and knowing what an amazing school Foothills is, I decided to join the team in 2018 as an assistant teacher. I have truly enjoyed watching the children learn and grow throughout my years here. When I am not at school, I can be found cheering on my daughter at her volleyball games, hiking, camping, and spending time with family and friends.

RACHEL CARTER

After years of focusing on a career in social work and education, my husband and I started attending FBC in 2023 where we quickly found our church home. Soon after, I came on staff as FBC’s Upward Sports Coordinator, running our youth sports program throughout the year. I joined Foothills Christian Preschool in 2024 and have enjoyed the chance to be in the classroom working hands on with little ones and watching their confidence grow after learning new things. I have three beautiful, hilarious children who are my world, and in any spare time I have, I enjoy learning new recipes, playing volleyball, and going for drives to watch the sunset.

JEWEL JOSEPH

I started working for preschool in 2018 in different capacities. I have attended FBC since I was young and have been involved in various ministries. I have a son, Zion, who was born in 2023. I have worked as an assistant teacher for the preschool in the past but will be leading Wee Wiggle starting fall 2025. When I’m not working or with my son I’m pursuing a degree in nursing. I love being outside and just relaxing or reading.

JADE JOSEPH

I started attending Foothills in 2003 and have volunteered in many different areas of the early childhood ministry. I joined preschool in 2018 as an assistant teacher. My fondest memories in this ministry are watching children learn about Jesus and grow in their faith. I have 4 beautiful children whom I share with my amazing husband. As a family we love laughing together, playing outside, and having movie nights.

JENNIFER CROSS

I started attending Foothills in June of 2007 when my oldest daughter attended VBS, and my son was only a month old. I have done many Bible studies, MOPS, activities since then and started being a teacher assistant at the preschool in 2017 when my youngest daughter started school. I love being in the classroom with little ones as they are just starting school and learning so much. It is an absolute privilege to be able to love on them and teach them about God! I enjoy spending time with my busy family, being outside and having a warm cup of coffee.

MAUREEN LEACH

Maureen began working at FCP in 2024 after a long career as an aerospace engineer. She has fallen in love with the FCP family and is passionate about helping children get excited about learning and playing in a loving and supportive environment. In her free time, she is a leader for Embrace Grace, a ministry for women with unplanned pregnancies. She also loves spending time with her husband, Todd, their children, their grandkids, and their extended family. Regardless of the season, you’ll also often find Maureen on a court or on a trail with friends!

BESS PAGANO

Bess has a degree in Family and Child Studies and has worked with children most of her life. She came to FPC in August 2015 and has been the Jr. K assistant with Mrs. Baxter ever since. She loves hanging out with her husband and 2 children (both who went through FPC&K!) She loves all things outdoors and especially the beach!

CHELBEY EILER

Chelbey Eiler has worked at Foothills Christian Preschool since 2024 and has worked in early childhood education since 2022. In her free time, she enjoys reading and spending time with her nieces and nephew. She loves teaching children about God and the love he has for us.

JENN BILEK

Our family first connected with FCP in 2020 when our children began attending preschool. I quickly fell in love with the warm, nurturing environment and felt called to be a part of it. I joined staff in 2023 and have loved being in the classroom ever since. It’s a joy to support and grow alongside the amazing children, families and staff here at Foothills.

I enjoy spending time with my husband and 3 children. We love being outside, playing/watching sports and having family nights in. When I do have a moment, I like to read with a hot coffee by my side or go on walks with my husband.

LAURI JOSEPH

Lauri Joseph has been working and attending FBC since 2003. She has a love of children and has held many roles at FBC. She is going back to her first love of teaching 3-year-olds after being the preschool director since 2013. She loves hanging out with her kids and grandkids. If she isn’t around here, she is off traveling with her husband.

KAYCEE GUITIERREZ

I’ve been on staff at Foothills since June 2014. My husband, Adain, and I got married in 2009 and have a daughter, Evelyn, and twin boys, Oliver and Isaac! As a family, we enjoy walking, visiting loved ones, and playing games. I love reading, watching the Broncos, spending time with friends, and taking trips.

RAVEN JONES

Raven Jones has been part of the FBC family since 2015, when her family moved to Colorado. She joined the staff shortly after and has been faithfully serving ever since. Raven has a lifelong passion for working with children and has been involved in kids ministry and preschool settings for many years. She finds joy in watching children grow in both faith and confidence. Raven has been married to her husband, Nick, since 2012, and together they have two energetic boys who keep their lives full of adventure. While she loves a quiet moment with a good book and a cup of coffee, most of her time is joyfully spent at baseball games and cheering on her boys in their many activities.

MELANIE POWELL

Melanie Powell began teaching at FCP&K in 2021. She has been teaching and ministering to children since 1981 in a variety of ways. She has taught Kindergarten, ministered under CEF to our military dependents in Germany, homeschooled her kids, and worked, as well as, subbed at TwoRoads. She has a deep love for teaching children and great desire to clearly share God’s Word with them. Melanie has been married to her husband, Daivd since 1989. They have three adult children who love Jesus and two grandchildren who call them ‘Oma & Opa’. Melanie enjoys being active, especially outdoors!

PAULETTE LANDRUM

Paulette Landrum has worked at FCP&K since 2003 and has worked in early childhood education since 1988. She has been married to her husband Gary since 1979 and has two sons and 5 grandchildren. In her spare time, she loves to go for drives in the mountains and be with her grandkids – they are the joy of her life. She has such a heart for the 2 ½ year old class and has been with them since she started here. She says it warms her heart as they develop and start understanding all of God’s lessons, the Bible, and other basic skills. She always prays that through the Bible lessons they will realize how much God loves them and they will always learn to trust and rely on Him.

KIM HARRIS

Kim has worked at FCP&K since 2006 and has been teaching since 2000. She feels so blessed and passionate about working with kids. Kim graduated from UNC Greeley in 1998 and holds a BA in Social Science and Elementary Education. She has been married to her husband, Josh, since 2015 and has two beautiful daughters. She enjoys BBQing with friends and family and traveling.

LAURIE BAXTER

Laurie holds a bachelor’s degrees in Bible and Early Childhood/Elementary Education. She joined FCP&K in 2012 and is committed to teaching by thematic emphasis rich in literacy, hands on experience and relevance to God’s Word. Laurie enjoys quality time with her husband, three children and chocolate lab. In her spare moments, she can usually be found outdoors running a trail, walking her dog, or finding a good bargain.

NICHOLE HORAN

Nichole has been teaching at FCP&K since 2014. She was an assistant for her first two years here while she got certified in teaching early childhood. She grew up in the Littleton area and went to FCP&K when she was young. Her heart and passion are for teaching preschool aged children. She enjoys sports, shopping, and being with family.

D’LYNN ANDERSON

D’Lynn has been at FCP&K since 2002. I love being with children – loving on them, teaching them and training them in the ways of God and the Bible. She’s been married since 1983 and have 2 grown children. In her free time, she likes to travel, quilt, read, do Pilates and Zumba, hike, watch movies and spend time with family and friends.

LAURI COLE

Lauri worked at FBC as a Children’s Director from 2007 to 2019. She began substitute teaching and assistant teaching at the Preschool in 2020. In October 2021 Lauri became a lead teacher of her own preschool class here at FCP&K. She has always had a love for children and helping them grow. Lauri has been married to her husband Steve since 1986. They have three adult Sons, Tyler, Drew, and Grant who are all married and one granddaughter, Sawyer born in 2020. When she is not spending time with kids, she loves to read and visit with friends.

JOANNA GRANT

Joanna has been attending Foothills Bible Church with her husband since 2005. She graduated from CCU with a bachelor’s degree in English and an emphasis in secondary education and biblical studies. She enjoys skiing with her husband and children, watching movies, and reading.

BECKY JORDAN

Becky has been attending Foothills Bible church since 2012 and joined the preschool staff in the fall of 2016 teaching our 3’s. She enjoys working with this age group and giving them a solid foundation build on God’s Word. Outside of work she enjoys spending time with her very active family, she and her husband, Brian, bowl on a league together, her daughter Dakota is a figure skater who competes all over the state, and her son Preston has taken an interest in golf and baseball. She is also very involved in church here, her and Brian lead an AWANA class together and work in the media booth during Sunday morning service.

Raven Jones

Kaycee GuitIerrez

Paulette Landrum

Lauri Joseph

Jenn Bilek

Lauri Cole

Laurie Baxter

Chelbey Eiler

bess pagano

MAUREEN LEACH

JENNIFER CROSS

JADE JOSEPH

JEWEL JOSEPH

RACHEL CARTER

KATY FLYNN

Jen Fogg

Joanna Grant

Kim Harris

Laurie Baxter

Sue Hawbaker

Nichole

Leslie Rains

D’Lynn Anderson

Ashley Glader

Becky Jordan