JUMP Staff

At Jenkintown United Methodist Preschool, our teachers are the heart of our program—passionate educators who nurture curiosity, kindness, and a love for learning in every child. Each brings a unique blend of experience, warmth, and creativity to the classroom, ensuring your little one feels safe, valued, and inspired. With backgrounds in early childhood education and a shared commitment to fostering social, emotional, and academic growth, our team creates a joyful environment where children thrive. We can’t wait for you and your child to get to know them!

Patti Kennedy

Superintendent

I have been a part of JUMP Preschool for 34 years. Twenty-five years as a Prek teacher and nine years as the Director beginning this year!

I hail from Philly, born and raised. I am married to my husband Bob, and together we have four daughters and one granddaughter, Madeline!

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Shelia Furlong

Assistant teacher - TWO'S CLASS

Hello! I have worked at Jenkintown United Methodist Preschool for over 25 years. I am the assistant in the 2 year old class. I was born and raised in Ireland. I have one son, Sean, who is 30 years old now!

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Kathleen Miller

LEAD TEACHER - THREE'S CLASS

Hi! I have been teaching at JUMP since 2014 in the 3’s class. When I am not at JUMP, I am home with my husband, our four children, two dogs, two lizards, and a kitten! My favorite thing to do is work in my flower garden

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Nancy Kee

ASSISTANT PREK2 CLASS

Ashton Parker

ASSISTANT TEACHER -THREE'S CLASS

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Eszter Gyongyosi

ASSISTANT TEACHER -PREK1 CLASS

I have been a part of JUMP for 17 years! I am an assistant in the Prek1 class but also help in other classes.

Debbie Reiff

ASSISTANT TEACHER -THREE'S CLASS

For fun I like to spend time with my friends and family. I also love to read. I was born and raised in Glenside and still live here. I have been at JUMP for 35 years. I have been with all age groups, but PreK is my favorite!

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Tammy Prout

educator

I have been the PreK 2 teacher at JUMP for many years. Both of my children have attended JUMP, they are now 25 and 27 years old! I enjoy spending time with my family and traveling. I also volunteer with the children and youth group at my church.

Paul Lucas

Minister & sexton

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Allen Sherrod

usher

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