K.E.E.P., Inc. - Staff

Christine has a Bachelor’s Degree in Biology/Pre-Med Studies from Caldwell College.  Following her undergraduate experience, Christine worked in the bio-tech industry doing contract research.  Following the birth of her first child and a little frustrated about the available child care options for working parents, Christine opened her own child care facility.  After seven years, with her mission and direction being compatible with KEEP’s, Christine merged her staff and clientele into KEEP where she was promoted to Executive Director in less than a year.  Christine, along with her two children, joined the KEEP family in August of 2008.

Rob graduated from Trenton State College in 1994 with a BA in English.  He is currently pursuing his Master’s in Teaching and will complete his studies in the fall of 2010.  Starting as a copy editor and writer before embarking on a decade long stint in retail management, Rob decided to leave it all behind to pursue his interest in kids and education in 2007.  He became a substitute teacher for the Wharton, Newton, and Sparta School Districts.  His skills, experience and education combined enable him to perform his duties as Program Director for KEEP with confidence and care.  Rob has been happily married for almost 10 years and has two children.

Linda has been with KEEP since October, 2006.  She brings vast child care experiences to this ever growing program including management positions in both private and nonprofit childcare centers.  She held the position of Director to YWCA children’s programs and has instructed adults in continuing education.  Linda has a BA degree from William Paterson University and holds NJ State Elementary Teacher Certification.  Her background in guiding children’s educational development and supervising instructors has enhanced our NJA3 KEEP program immensely.

Ginny attended Montclair State University and the County College of Morris.  She is certified in multi-media from Georgia Tech.  Ginny retired from a 27 year management position with Bell Atlantic enjoying positions in the training department as a c course developer, instructor and project manager.  She taught both interpersonal skills and customer service skills courses to service personnel and varied management groups.  Ginny worked as an editor for a technical wiriting company, was employed as a Customer Service Manager in New Hampshire, and worked for SCARC in the Human Resource Department.  Ginny has worked on the KEEP team since April, 2007.  She also serves as Organist and Music Director at the Stillwater Presbyterian Church.

Pete joined the KEEP team as the Chief Financial Officer on August 31, 2009.  He is a graduate of the Sussex County Community College graduating with an Associates degree in Accounting.  Pete realizes more than 15 years of experience working in the accounting/finance field.  He also enjoys some entrepreneurial skills by owning and operating his own tax preparation business.  In addition to his accounting skills, Pete has extensive experience in customer service!

Kathy joined K.E.E.P. in 2005 as a liaison between the growing levels of care, management, and director relationships and communications.  Formerly a business owner and sports enthusiast, Kathy is very active with both Hospice care and CASA.   Kathy is an experienced Travel Agent but still finds time to devote her strong sense of fairness, organization, communication, and problem solving abilities and logic to all, especially the kids!  Kathy has multiple certifications issued from many of our non-profit organizations throughout Sussex County, all of which help to mold and refine her direction in her lifelong pursuit of quality care for children.

Amy graduated from the University of Delaware in 2005 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English with a concentration in Film.  Prior to her tenure with KEEP, Amy was a substitute teacher in the Vernon Township Elementary Schools.  She has completed Stage 1 of the NJ Pathways Program for teaching.  Amy shares her talents between our Stanhope School Site and our Administrative Offices.