Pre-K

Caroline Diehl serves as a PreK-4 teacher at The Compass School of Texas. Caroline is a caring teacher who builds a strong relationship with each child and helps each student grow academically. Previously, she taught 1st grade at Washington Woods Elementary School in Westfield, Indiana. She received her Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education and completed two minors, Diverse Learners and Art + Design. Additionally, Caroline studied the Reggio Emilia approach at Butler University. 

Throughout her undergraduate education, Caroline spent time in various schools and classrooms throughout the greater Indianapolis area. One of Caroline’s student teaching placements was in a Reggio-inspired PreK-8 school. She learned first-hand the importance of giving space for a child to explore and let their curiosity run wild. From solving math word problems centered around worms to creating a fantasy “Worm Hotel,” Caroline helped facilitate the worm-centered project work that occurred in 1st grade. She is excited to foster the same curiosity and wonder about the world while working with the students at Compass. 

The idea of developing future leaders with critical thinking skills brings Caroline great joy.

Caroline recently relocated to Dallas and is enjoying living in the same city where her older sister is located as family is very important to her. Caroline grew up in southern California and loves going back to visit her parents and grandparents. She wants to continue her education and plans to complete her Master's Degree in the next few years.

Reference remarks:

“She is family-oriented, prioritizes people, and brings loyalty and trustworthiness to her relationships.” 
 

Amy Taitel serves as a PreK-4 teacher at The Compass School of Texas. Amy has over 20 years of experience in education and describes teaching as a calling. She began her career teaching 1st grade and then stayed home with her children before returning to teaching in 2013. She continued teaching 1st grade before transitioning to teach PreK where she has been for the past six years. 

Amy graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Applied Learning and Development from the University of Texas at Austin. She then graduated with a Master of Education degree with an emphasis in Literacy from the University of North Texas.

As an educator, Amy is passionate about educating the whole child. During her time as a PreK teacher, Amy has helped develop cross-curricular learning standards and more child-centered assessments. Amy’s initiative in these areas led to district-wide changes for all PreK students.

Amy enjoys spending time with her husband, 3 young adult children, and her very large extended family. She also enjoys reading, shopping, and going for walks with her two dogs.
 

Reference Remarks:

“Amy is a team player who treats colleagues with respect, kindness, and caring; and the children always come first.  She is an advocate for her students.”