Outside of the classrooms and therapy sessions we have an amazing team of individuals that work hard to keep the everyday operations of the center running.
Beth Campeotto- President/CEOMs. Beth has been with SRRC for 14 years this year! She started as a teacher in the classrooms and worked her way up. Beth ran family events for the center and was also handled the therapy billing before entering her current position. Beth brings over 20 years of experience in the childcare field to the CEO position along with a ton of fun. If you can't find her in her office, you will find her with the children! She is a strong advocate for children, ensuring that our center provides the best quality care, and making sure every child's needs are heard and met.
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Paula Williamson- Director of Program ServicesMs. Paula has been with SRRC for over 25 years! She began at the center as a developmental therapist in 1999 after graduating with a Bachelor's in Psychology from Western Illinois University and obtaining her credentialing through the Early Intervention Program. In 2003 she began her current role as the Program Director. In addition to overseeing the therapy program, she oversees the Autism Resource Center. Paula also provides evaluations for children in the Early Intervention Program as well as developmental screenings, and she helps facilitate the Toddler Class.
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Katherine Chismudy- Director of Child Development CenterMs. Katherine is in her first year as director at SRRC but overall has been committed to the field of early childhood education (ECE) since 2012 and brings a wealth of experience and dedication to the center. She hold an Associate Degree in Applied Science from Waubonsee Community College and a Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education with specializations in Administration and Infant/Toddler Studies from National Louis University.
Katherine is a strong advocate for high-quality early childhood education and is dedicated to ensuring that every child receives the care, support, and learning opportunities they deserve. Her commitment to advancing early education extends beyond the classroom. She actively participates in the Birth To Five Regional Council, where she collaborates with fellow educators and community leaders to advocate for children, families, and early childhood professionals. Through her involvement, Katherine works to improve resources, policies, and professional development opportunities that directly benefit the ECE community. |
Samantha McKee- Fundraising and Marketing CoordinatorMs. Sam first started at the center in 2017 as a teacher in the Big Birds room with Ms. Beth! She held many different positions throughout the years ranging and has worked in many of the different rooms. Ms. Sam left in December of 2020 to pursue her Master's degree and has recently rejoined us! Ms. Sam handles the organization and planning of all the fundraising and outreach projects and events that happen in and out of the center. She also handles the media and marketing side of the center controlling the Facebook, website and designing the various items used at the center for marketing.
Ms. Sam holds a Bachelors of Science in Human Development and Family Sciences with an emphasis in Child Develpoment and sub-emphasis as a Parent and Infant Specialist. She also holds a Master's Degree in Applied Human Development and Family Sciences and a Graduate Certificate in Infant and Child Mental Health. She is the wife of a firefighter and has three beautiful girls. |
Kayla Muncy- Administrative AssistantMiss Kayla has been with SRRC for about 5 years! She started as an assistant teacher and now works in the front office as the billing coordinator for the therapy department and also handles many other tasks to help keep the center running smoothly. Miss Kayla is also currently in school to become an occupational therapist! She loves being the smiling face the children see in the morning and can often be found dressing up and surprising the children with her silly antics. Miss Kayla has 4 children of her own who have all attended the center. Give her a big wave when you come in!
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Brittany Anderson- Administrative AssistantMiss Brittany has been with the center for 10 years! She has worked all over the center with the majority of her time being a Wild Thing and Preschool teacher. You will still find Miss Brittany filling in from time to time to help out but now she spends her time helping in the front office. When not at work, you can catch Miss Brittany at Disney or watching the Cubs. She has two fur-babies at home JJ & Rizzo.
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