Evergreen Preschool Staff
Kimberly Crawford
Director
Kim has been a part of the Evergreen community since 2006, when her oldest son, William, first enrolled. Two years later, her youngest son, Samuel, joined as well — deepening her connection to the school that would become such an important part of her family’s life.
Over the years, Kim has contributed to Evergreen in countless ways, from leading special curriculum projects to serving as a dedicated daily substitute. In August 2014, she officially joined the teaching team as a co-teacher, a role she held with care and creativity for more than a decade.
In January 2025, Kim stepped into a new chapter as Director of Evergreen Preschool, guiding the school’s continued growth with warmth, vision, and strong leadership. She holds a degree in Early Childhood Education, a degree in Business Management, and a Level One Director’s Credential, blending her educational expertise with organizational insight to support both staff and families.
Kim lives in Ferrisburgh with her husband, Carl, and their two golden retrievers, Rusty and Odin.
Rumsey
Torrey
Co-teacher
We are thrilled to welcome Rumsey Torrey to the Co-Teaching team! Evergreen holds a special place in Rumsey’s heart, as it’s where her own learning journey first began. She brings warmth, creativity, and a deep love of learning to every day in the classroom.
Before joining Evergreen, Rumsey ran her own home-based childcare program in Ferrisburgh for nine years, where she built a play-centered environment that encouraged curiosity, kindness, and confidence. Her background as both an elementary and art educator shapes her approach — blending structure with imagination and plenty of hands-on exploration.
At Evergreen, Rumsey loves helping children discover the joy of learning through play, nature, and community. She believes in creating a space where every child feels seen, supported, and excited to grow.
Allison
Stetzel
Co-teacher
Allison is a passionate early childhood educator who brings warmth, creativity, and curiosity to every learning environment. Drawing inspiration from nature-based and Reggio Emilia practices, she designs play-centered experiences that nurture each child’s independence, confidence, and sense of wonder.
Her lifelong dedication to learning is reflected in a diverse background that includes classroom teaching in the Neshobe School, historic education and interpretation with the Vermont Division for Historic Preservation, and a strong foundation in anthropology and Vermont studies. She holds a Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Elementary Education from Castleton State College and a Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology from the University of Vermont, along with professional certifications in Responsive Classroom (Level 2) and Beekeeping in Education from the Planet Bee Foundation.
At Evergreen, Allison brings warmth, creativity, and a love of discovery to every day. She believes that learning happens best through exploration, play, and connection—to each other, and to the world around us.
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Jennifer
Ashley
Teaching
Aide
Jennifer is an extraordinary preschool aide whose presence brightens every corner of the classroom. She approaches each day with a warm, genuine smile that immediately puts both children and colleagues at ease. Her curiosity about each child’s world is boundless; she takes the time to truly understand their interests, strengths, and unique personalities. She celebrates their individuality and nurtures their creativity, providing encouragement that allows them to explore, imagine, and grow with confidence. Her creativity knows no bounds, from designing engaging activities to finding new ways to make learning joyful and accessible.
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Shelley
Bartsch
Teaching Aide
Shelley has a profound connection to nature and its power to heal and transform. This is evident in her art and photography, which often depict the mystery and detail of close-up, ‘small-world’ subjects. With children Shelley is playful, fun-loving (often silly!), enthusiastic, and adventurous. In her free time she loves discovering new hiking trails with her beloved dog. Shelley and her husband Philip, live in New Haven on 23 acres. Their daughter Tristan, is a licensed mental health counselor in Boston. Their son Henry, lives in Burlington and is a UVM Medical Center pediatric ward nurse. Shelley believes that authenticity is the key to happiness, and good communication vital to this end. She strives to use her creativity and passion for nature to inspire exploration with curiosity, wonder, and joy. Shelley strives to give all children the attention, affection, acknowledgement and acceptance they so deserve, allowing their true selves to soar!