OUR TEACHERS
Melissa Bernovich - 2's, 2.5/3's and Parent/Tot Teacher
Melissa began teaching at Northpoint in 2009. Both of her children attended classes at Northpoint Cooperative Preschool starting with the Bates Infant/Toddler classes and ending with Pre-K. As an active member of the Co-Op, she chaired Membership, Auction, and served as a Class Representative. Her most enjoyable experiences were the times spent in the classrooms with the teachers, parents, and the kids. In previous years, Melissa worked for Bates as an Early Childhood Educator in their Parent Infant/Toddler classes. In the classroom, she brings stimulating sensory experiences utilizing music and movement activities that keep the younger children interested. Above all, she believes that preschool is a place to practice social interaction and that it truly benefits a child in these early years. Outside of the classroom, she enjoys baking, travel, reading, gardening, and watching various sports.
Melissa began teaching at Northpoint in 2009. Both of her children attended classes at Northpoint Cooperative Preschool starting with the Bates Infant/Toddler classes and ending with Pre-K. As an active member of the Co-Op, she chaired Membership, Auction, and served as a Class Representative. Her most enjoyable experiences were the times spent in the classrooms with the teachers, parents, and the kids. In previous years, Melissa worked for Bates as an Early Childhood Educator in their Parent Infant/Toddler classes. In the classroom, she brings stimulating sensory experiences utilizing music and movement activities that keep the younger children interested. Above all, she believes that preschool is a place to practice social interaction and that it truly benefits a child in these early years. Outside of the classroom, she enjoys baking, travel, reading, gardening, and watching various sports.
Kelsey Getman - 3’s Teacher
Kelsey will begin at Northpoint in 2025. She is certified in Montessori education, with 19 years of experience teaching in a Montessori school, and passionate about helping little ones grow into confident, independent learners in a calm and caring environment. Kelsey believes in letting the child lead, encouraging curiosity, and creating a space where kids feel safe to explore, make mistakes, and learn at their own pace. Whether it’s pouring water, sounding out letters, or discovering the world around them, Kelsey is there to guide and support each step of the way.
When she's not in the classroom, you’ll usually find her out on adventures with her family and dog, cooking—or daydreaming about a fun trip to Hawaii or Disneyland!
Kelsey will begin at Northpoint in 2025. She is certified in Montessori education, with 19 years of experience teaching in a Montessori school, and passionate about helping little ones grow into confident, independent learners in a calm and caring environment. Kelsey believes in letting the child lead, encouraging curiosity, and creating a space where kids feel safe to explore, make mistakes, and learn at their own pace. Whether it’s pouring water, sounding out letters, or discovering the world around them, Kelsey is there to guide and support each step of the way.
When she's not in the classroom, you’ll usually find her out on adventures with her family and dog, cooking—or daydreaming about a fun trip to Hawaii or Disneyland!
Megan West - Mixed Age, Pre-K Teacher
Megan West joined the Co-Op in September 2020 as the teacher for the Mixed Age and Pre-K classes. Megan’s educational background includes a BA in Sociology from the University of Washington and a Teaching Certification from UW Tacoma. She brings 16 years of teaching experience with her, having previously taught elementary school in the Franklin Pierce School District and most recently as the Pre-K teacher for Seabury School. Megan’s teaching philosophy is grounded in play-based, hands-on learning with a particular interest in project work guided by the interests of the children. A longtime Browns Point community member and mom of two school-aged children, Megan first got involved with Northpoint when her daughter attended the 3’s and Pre-K program. Her interests outside of the classroom include hiking, running, and watching her children play sports.
Megan West joined the Co-Op in September 2020 as the teacher for the Mixed Age and Pre-K classes. Megan’s educational background includes a BA in Sociology from the University of Washington and a Teaching Certification from UW Tacoma. She brings 16 years of teaching experience with her, having previously taught elementary school in the Franklin Pierce School District and most recently as the Pre-K teacher for Seabury School. Megan’s teaching philosophy is grounded in play-based, hands-on learning with a particular interest in project work guided by the interests of the children. A longtime Browns Point community member and mom of two school-aged children, Megan first got involved with Northpoint when her daughter attended the 3’s and Pre-K program. Her interests outside of the classroom include hiking, running, and watching her children play sports.