Kids First Team
Caring childcare team creating a safe, happy, and supportive place for children.
Meet the Team
The Heart Behind Kids First Preschool
Dedicated parents, experienced professionals, and passionate advocates for every child's growth and well being.
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Jeremy Gonter
Owner & Operator
🎖️ Retired Chief Petty Officer
📚 20 Yrs Military Service
🎓 M.S. Safety & Emergency Mgmt
🧠 Child & Family Psychology
Jeremy is a retired Damage Control Chief Petty Officer with 20 years of dedicated military service and a strong background in leadership, safety, and emergency management. He earned his Master's degree in Safety, Security, and Emergency Management from Eastern Kentucky University and is currently completing his bachelor's degree in Child and Family Psychology.
As the owner and operator of Kids First Preschool, Jeremy is committed to creating safe, supportive, and educational environments where children and families truly thrive.
As the owner and operator of Kids First Preschool, Jeremy is committed to creating safe, supportive, and educational environments where children and families truly thrive.
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Mrs. Gonter
Co-Owner & Education Lead
🎓 B.S. Elementary Education
📖 12+ Yrs in Education
🏫 2nd Grade Teacher – TVUSD
🌱 Student Growth Advocate
Mrs. Gonter holds a bachelor's degree in Elementary Education and brings over 12 years of rich classroom experience. She currently serves as a second grade teacher with the Tanque Verde Unified School District, where her passion for student growth, learning, and academic development shines every day.
Her deep love for teaching and her genuine care for children make her an inspiring force at the heart of Kids First Preschool.
Her deep love for teaching and her genuine care for children make her an inspiring force at the heart of Kids First Preschool.
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Angela Oldford
Preschool Director
🏅 30+ Yrs Early Childhood Ed.
📋 Program Management
👩🏫 Staff Development
📚 Curriculum Planning
🤝 Family Engagement
With over 30 years of experience in early childhood education, Angie is a dedicated Preschool Director committed to creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment for children and families.
Throughout her career, she has developed strong leadership skills in program management, staff development, curriculum planning, and family engagement. Passionate about helping children build a strong foundation for lifelong learning, Angie believes in fostering creativity, confidence, and kindness in every classroom.
Her experience and commitment to excellence have helped create a positive and supportive atmosphere where children, families, and teachers can all thrive together.
Throughout her career, she has developed strong leadership skills in program management, staff development, curriculum planning, and family engagement. Passionate about helping children build a strong foundation for lifelong learning, Angie believes in fostering creativity, confidence, and kindness in every classroom.
Her experience and commitment to excellence have helped create a positive and supportive atmosphere where children, families, and teachers can all thrive together.