Our Dedicated Staff
The staff of Barrett Early Learning Center aims to meet the goals of the Center by:
• Helping children learn to do things for themselves and to make decisions and choices.
• Helping children learn to get along with others.
• Helping children develop self-esteem and a positive self-image.
• Teaching children good health practices, hygiene, and nutrition.
• Providing a variety of experiences through learning by discovery.
• Providing age-appropriate learning activities that will help prepare children for kindergarten and later schooling.
Cheri Paschall
Ms. Cheri has lived in Charlottesville all her life, graduating from Monticello High School. Passionate about her vocation, Ms. Cheri has been in child care for over 20 years and joined the Barrett family in 2014. Ms. Cheri teaches in our Butterflies (2’s) classroom and has earned her Child Development Associate (CDA) credential. She absolutely loves teaching pre-school where she can instill a love for learning in each student she has.
Tishawn Turner
Ms. Tishawn is a Charlottesville native and teaches in our Butterflies (2’s) classroom. She has several years of experience in early child care and has also worked as a camp counselor, teacher, recreational coordinator, and volunteer. She is well underway towards completing her Child Development Associate (CDA) certification
Erica Hughes
Ms. Erica, a teacher in the Bears (3’s) classroom, is a Fluvanna High School graduate who has been at Barrett since 2019. She earned her Child Development Associate (CDA) credential in 2021 and is currently working towards an associate degree in early childhood development. She loves working with children, watching them try and learn new things as they grow under her care.
Kavita Watson
Ms. Kavita teaches in our Frogs (4’s/5’s) classroom, having returned to work at Barrett in 2021. She loves teaching and working with young children and has over a decade of experience working in early child care. She is currently working on obtaining her Child Development (CDA) credential. Ms. Kavita has four daughters, with whom she enjoys spending time.
KIM FAZI
Ms. Kim serves as Barrett’s administrative coordinator. She recently moved to Charlottesville with her daughter having previously worked for Louisa County running their youth programs. She has worked with children for more than 20 years, volunteered for various community and church youth organizations and enjoys making a difference.
Iknesha Pitts
Ms. Iknesha is one of our Frogs (4’s/5’s) teachers who started at Barrett in 2022. She has lived in Charlottesville most of her life and has been working with children for over 12 years. She is currently working on obtaining her Child Development Associate (CDA) credential.
Deborah rogers, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Deborah Rogers brings over 23 years of experience as a dedicated child advocate and educational leader. With a deep-rooted passion for early childhood development, Deborah previously led Barrett from 2018 to 2021, where she championed innovative programming, strengthened community partnerships, and fostered a nurturing environment for children and staff alike. Her extensive background spans roles in public schools, nonprofit organizations, and early education initiatives, with a strong emphasis on social-emotional learning, inclusive practices, and strategic leadership. Deborah’s return to Barrett reflects her unwavering commitment to empowering young learners and supporting families across Charlottesville, her hometown.