Our Staff
We are blessed at McMannen to have a loving, experienced teaching team. Our teachers will love and teach your children. Our goal as teachers is to support children to learn and grow in a safe, fun, and exciting atmosphere.
Lyndsey Webster
Lyndsey is an amazing addition to the McMannen Preschool team! With three years of experience as a teaching assistant and her caring, fun, and knowledgeable personality, she is sure to excel as the lead teacher for the 1s and 2s classes. We are excited to see the creativity and love she brings to the classroom.
Martha Anne Wright
Martha Anne is an exceptional educator with over 30 years of experience in, including 6 years as a preschool director and 6 years as a librarian. Her warm and caring personality makes her an excellent teacher She has been serving as the four-year-old teacher at McMannen for four years now.
Tatiana Braga
Tatiana is a dedicated and experienced teacher who has been a part of the McMannen community for seven years. With her extensive background in childcare and her leadership skills, she has been serving as the lead teacher for the past four years. Tatiana and her family have been proud residents of Durham for over 15 years.
Dana Newton
Dana brings a wealth of experience to her role as the director of McMannen Preschool. With 8 years of teaching as the four-year-old teacher at McMannen and work with the Autism Society of North Carolina, she is well-equipped to lead the school and support its students. Her dedication to education and passion for helping children thrive make her an invaluable asset to the McMannen community.