Meet Our Amazing Director!!!

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Amanda teaches the Bears Class

18 month - 2-year-olds

Amanda is in her 4th year at Triumphant Lutheran Preschool. She is from San Antonio, Texas, and graduated from Texas State University with a degree in Communication Design. She has been active in teaching roles for over 30 years---from the church nursery & elementary Sunday School classes, to training new employees in the customer service industry, to the challenging role of homeschooling two toddlers during Covid. Teaching has always been a part of her life. She has two kids in elementary school, one of which graduated from TLP. 

Kim teaches the Fish Class

Older 2's

 I first joined the TLP family in 2015 working as both a teacher assistant and teacher until 2022. Before that, I worked in finance, but my heart has always been in the classroom, helping little learners grow and shine. 

A proud wife to Matt and mother to 3 children, two of whom are adults and the youngest in high school.  We have deep ties to the community and my youngest daughter is a TLP graduate.

In my spare time you can find me attending high school football games and volunteering to support my youngest daughter who is a member of the Samuel  Clemens Mighty Buffalo Band.  GO BUFFS!

I’m excited to be returning to TLP and I feel blessed to have the opportunity to help your child grow and learn in a fun nurturing environment. 

Alissa teaches the Ladybug Class

T/Th/F 4's

  Alissa graduated from Indiana University of PA with a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education.  She and her husband met in college, and he served in the military for 22 years.  They spent 2 years in Virginia, 9 years in the DC area and 10 years in Texas.  Alissa spent 2 years teaching in a private preschool before becoming a stay-at-home mom to their 3 children.   Once their children entered elementary school, she became a substitute for 3 years before finally landing a job as a teacher's assistant here at TLP in the 2-year-old class 4 years ago.  Alissa is eager to be a lead teacher this year and to work with a new age group as she loves the curiosity, inquisitiveness and stories that children of this age tell!   

Jutta teaches the Owl Class

3-year-olds

 She grew up in Germany and earned her degree in Early Childhood Education there. She has been a teacher for around 20 years and is passionate about working with young children to help them grow and thrive. In 2022, her and her family moved from Lexington KY to New Braunfels TX.  

She is married and has two wonderful boys – one in 3rd grade and the other in kindergarten. Outside of the classroom, she enjoys spending time with family, and exploring the beautiful area she now calls home. This is her second year at TLP. She is excited to get to know all of her students and their families and to be a part of this amazing community. Shes looking forward to a year filled with learning, growth, and fun!

Kristin teaches the Butterfly Class

Kindergarten

 Kristin has her Bachelor's in Education from Western Michigan University.  She taught in 

San Antonio for 6 years before coming to Triumphant where she served as a teacher at various levels to being the Director for 17 years.  After a short retirement, she is happy to be back!  “I have missed working with the children and being a part of their educational journey!” 

Kristin teaches the Llama Class

M/W/F 4's

 Kristin graduated from Martin Luther college with a Bachelor's degree in Education. She taught first grade for one year before getting married. She and her husband, Dave have 7 children, 4 of whom attended TLP. Besides teaching preschool, Kristin enjoys teaching music lessons from home. 

"I truly treasure being able to share God's love with my students."