We are extremely proud of our excellent staff of teachers and directors! Our staff is part of the consistent care provided by Kids ‘R’ Kids.

All Kids ‘R’ Kids faculty & personnel are required to follow state regulations that apply to training. Our staff is trained in First Aid/CPR, Infectious Disease Control, Injury Prevention, and Child Abuse Awareness. Additional training in curriculum, child development, classroom arrangement, classroom management, age appropriate activities, nutrition, field trip planning and OSHA regulations to provide the staff with skills needed to create a quality learning environment. The staff is encouraged to further their education through CDA and CCP programs and are given opportunities to attend professional training conferences.

Meet Our Staff

Three Year Old Teacher - Beverly Rodriguez I was born in New Jersey and moved to Georgia in 1976. I have been married for 37 years to my high school sweetheart. We have 2 boys, Ricky and Robby. We also have 7 grandchildren. I like swimming, bowling and arts and crafts. My favorite movie character is Tigger!!!!

Assistant Teacher - Corby Ghrist I am married to my terrific husband, Tom, and we have 2 wonderful children. Alex is 16 and Zach is 14. I taught in Newton County for 5 years. I love working in the classroom with the children and seeing their faces light up when they learn something new.

Substitute Teacher - Marie Craig I have 3 children and 6 grandchildren. I substitute for Newton County School System along with Kids R Kids. I also work at Sam's Club. I worked 8 years at Victory Christian School. I love to attend church, read religious books and go camping. I like a variety of music, such as soulful gospel, instrumental and romantic music. My husband, Wesley, is an evangelist and a terrific husband. I enjoy teaching and helping people. I like southern country style food and chocolate.

Front Desk Staff - Carrie Alexander I am 19 years old and currently attending Georgia Perimeter College followed by Georgia College and State University. I intend to get my degree in Early Childhood Education to become a second grade teacher. I enjoy my job very much and love working with children.

Pre-K Teacher - Sanette Shenk I was born and raised in South Africa. I graduated from Jim Fouche' High School in Bloemfontein in 1977. I obtained my University Diploma in Primary Education from the University of the Free State. I am married to Eric Shenk and have two sons - Heinrich and Neilru. My interests are reading, playing the piano and traveling.