Kazoo School Faculty since 2021

Email Dara

I’m so excited to be returning for another year of discovery with Natural Learners! This is my fourth year teaching and the first year with the full day program and I enjoy sharing my love of nature, crafting, gardening, books, and community with my class. I’ve enjoyed previous careers as a part-time farmer, costume designer/technician, and zoo keeper! I like to travel with my family, watch and play sports, and snuggle with my cat, Uli.

Education

B.A. Art-emphasis in Ceramics, Minor in Interior Design (May 2003) from Minnesota State University Moorhead

Member of the Faculty since 2025

Emily Emily

Emily is back! Way back in the day Emily was our early years Spanish teacher. We are so thrilled that she is back as a preschool teacher with Catty’s friends!

Education

B.A. Art History, Spanish, Sociology from Kalamazoo College

Member of the Kazoo Faculty since 2024

 I am excited to join Kazoo as an assistant for Kathleen’s group. I am a KVCC student studying Early Childhood Education. I joined Kazoo as a Summer Session facilitator- the school has given me a chance to learn and work while also reconnecting with nature and preparing me for my future. I’ve always wanted to be a teacher and this position has truly given me so much to look forward to. As a future educator of children so young my goal is to help guide them and prepare them for their future while also showing them the beauty of nature. I am truly so thankful for this opportunity and can’t wait to meet and connect with all the great kids along this journey.