Meet Our Team

Louise mcarthur, Director

My passion is to teach children, help grow young minds while challenging them to reach their learning potential. I have my Masters in Childhood & Special Education and have taught for 12 years. Throughout my career at CMS I have mentored new teachers, led professional development courses, participated in school leadership team, and have chaired several community events. For the past several years I have worked one on one with children of all ages in our community by supporting their learning needs. I enjoy traveling, spending time with family and friends, as well as hiking with my two dogs Bella and Hunter.

Our Teachers

priya rangaraj: Teacher

I am originally from India. I moved to the USA in 2012 and since then have lived in Illinois and Washington, before moving to Mooresville with my family in 2015. My husband and I have an 9 year old son who attends Coddle Creek Elementary. Even though I have a Bachelors in Biotechnology and Masters in Business Administration, teaching young minds always felt natural to me. I have previous experience as a lead teacher for 1 and 2 year old’s at The Learning Experience , also I have worked as a substitute teacher at St. Patrick’s Preschool. I enjoy watching children get excited about learning and it is an honor to be part of their life.

Meredith Gruseck: Teacher

I am so excited to be joining the Beehive family!  I have a wide array of experience with children, starting with my own! I am a mom of five (Jaxon (8), Maddox (7), Lennox (6), Poppy (4) and Piper (2). I have also coached many youth sports (water polo, swimming, lacrosse, and the Rookie program at D1 Training).  I have a degree in nursing as well as a bachelor’s degree in Public Health from Slippery Rock University. When I’m not in the classroom, you can find me spending time with my husband Jordan and our BUSY kids or training for a triathlon!! I am so excited to be a part of your child’s early learning journey, and I can’t wait to grow with you all!

Claudia Gomez: Teacher

I am so excited to be embarking on a new adventure with children, my true passion. I am a wife of 16 years and a mother of 4 wonderful individuals (15, 11, 9 and 4) with very different personalities. Our family moved to North Carolina from Long Island, N.Y. in 2016.  I have been caring for children since I was 14, babysitting for many different families along my years. In 2008, after having my first child, I took my passion for kids to the next level and opened an in-home childcare where my mother and I cared for children ages 3 months to 4 yrs old. Once moving to Mooresville I took on caring for a few children and in 2019 took a small position as a child watch provider at a local gym. I am currently an assistant cheerleading coach for Troutman where my daughter goes to school. In my free time I crochet and run a small kids party décor/favor shop. Besides my love for my children and my crafting I am all about animals. I have 2 dogs (Ruby and CJ) , 1 parrot, 3 frogs, and 2 sugar gliders.

Jennie O’Hara: Teacher

I am so excited for the opportunity to watch your children learn and grow. I have a wide range of experience working with children. I have my bachelor's degree in Elementary Education and my Master's degree in Mathematics Education. I was a middle school mathematics teacher for 10 years before we relocated here from New Hampshire in 2015 for my husband's job. I've tutored children ranging in ages from 4 to 13 both in person and online. I have also coached youth basketball and worked as a summer camp counselor. I live with my wonderful husband, Bobby and our two boys, Matthew, age 8 and Mason, age 11. I also have two rescue dogs, Sam and Maya. I love to read, exercise, and spend time with my family and friends.

Brittany Crum: Teacher

I am so excited to be working with the Bumblebees this year! This will be my third year assistant teaching at Beehive, and I couldn’t be happier to be back doing what I love. I’ve lived in Mooresville for the past five years with my husband, our 10-year-old son, and our two furry pets—a cat and a dog. When I’m not in the classroom, I enjoy volunteering at my son’s school and cheering him on at his many sporting events. He keeps us busy, but we wouldn’t have it any other way! I’m truly looking forward to getting to know each of your children and being part of their early learning journey. It’s such a joy to watch them grow, explore, and discover new things throughout the year. I know we have a wonderful year ahead filled with learning, laughter, and lots of fun!

joanna Skipper: Teacher

I live here in Mooresville with my husband, three kids, and two dogs. We love being outside going for walks, swimming, playing in the backyard and spending time near the lake when we can. I have my degree in Dental Assisting, and my favorite part of working in that field was getting to educate my patients! Although my degree is in dental I have been working in daycares and schools since I was 16. I’ve taught and cared for children ages 0-12, and I’m so excited to be your child's teacher.

Emily Barbera: Teacher

My family and I moved from South Florida to Mooresville in February of 2021. In 2019 I graduated with honors and received my associates degree in elementary education and I am continuing on with my Bachelors.  I’ve been a homemaker to my husband and two sons and I have spent time nannying. Now that my kids are getting older I look forward to working in my field of education.  Children bring me so much joy and It will be an honor to teach and watch you children grow!

Charlene Hobbs: Teacher

I am looking forward to a great school year with the Honey Bees. Working with children is a huge passion of mine and I thoroughly enjoy watching them learn and grow throughout the year. I am a mom and wife and I live in Mooresville with my husband and two daughters.