Meet our Teachers

Christina Palazzolo

Noah's Ark Preschool Director & Lead Teacher, Ages 4 - 5 PreK

Christina Palazzolo has been an Early Childhood Educator since 1999. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education. She has a background teaching children ages two, three, and four-year-olds. She has taught religious education and had fun teaching Kindergarten at a daycare center. She has been teaching and directing at Noah's Ark Preschool since 2011. 

Christina’s philosophy is to provide a loving, caring atmosphere where your little ones can feel secure and develop a positive attitude toward school and learning.  One of her goals as a preschool teacher is to provide a quality learning environment through discovery and hands-on activities. 

Christina is married to her wonderful husband and has three adorable children: twin boys and a daughter.  In her spare time, she enjoys making preschool crafts, baking, gardening, and antiquing with her family.  

Amanda Fulton

Noah's Ark Preschool Assistant Director & Preschool Lead Teacher, Ages 2-young 3

Ms. Amanda has been teaching at Noah’s Ark Preschool since 2012 and previously taught with Mrs. Palazzolo at Moraine Valley Community Preschool. She holds a Child Development Associates Degree and is an active NAEYC member. Ms. Amanda has four children; two boys and two girls, ranging from first grade through college. Amanda loves being able to work with children and looks forward to interacting with you and your child!

Mrs. Sloyan

Noah's Ark Preschool Teacher, Ages 3-4

Mrs. Sloyan has been teaching here at Noah's Ark since 2017.   She is married and a mother of five beautiful children. She previously worked at the Oak Lawn Park District, Chicago Park District, and the Archdiocese of Chicago.  She enjoys spending time with her family, attending their sporting events, vacationing, and watching movies.  She loves working with the little ones because she is also a big kid at heart!

Mrs. Dryier

Noah's Ark Preschool Aide