Archive for Church School Staff

Melissa Moody – Grades 1-4

Melissa, a Brunswick native grew up less than a mile from First Parish Church. Melissa has many memories throughout the years involving the church and its community, singing on the fellowship hall stage in the Little Bo peep nursery school Christmas concerts is one of them. Melissa has volunteered for various organizations throughout Brunswick, Girl Scouts of Maine and the Brunswick School department to name a few. She is looking forward to a new endeavor of substitute teaching with the school district this coming school year. Melissa enjoys spending time with her husband, two children and dog as well as curling up with a good book.

Danielle Moody: Preschool – Kindergarten

Danielle is Brunswick born and raised. Her nurturing nature started early with her mother operating a daycare out of their home growing up…

Jocelyn Hooydonk: Infants & Toddlers

Jocelyn, a Brunswick native, has been working in the FPC nursery since sometime around 2008. With her BA in Early Childhood Education from UMF, Jocelyn taught preschool for several years before moving into her current position in the functional skills classroom at a local elementary school…

Bridgette Hodgkins

Bridgette has been working at FPC in the Children’s program in growing capacity since around 2016. With a degree in Early Childhood and Elementary Education, 25yrs of Nanny experience for all ages, combined 14yrs of Jr High Ministry, and combined 6yrs of High School Ministry under her belt, it is safe to say, Bridgette loves working with children and youth…