Valerie Jopek

Valerie Jopek is an early childhood education professional based in Webster, New York, with extensive experience supporting and educating young children. She currently serves as a Lead Preschool Teacher at Care-a-lot, a position she has held since August 2025. Previously, Valerie spent more than two years as a Lead Teacher at Kiddie Academy and began her career in early education as a Teaching Assistant at Childtime Learning Centers.

Valerie’s passion for working with children began early in life and has continued to shape her professional journey. She finds fulfillment in helping children become excited about learning and takes a proactive approach to supporting their development. Her experience has allowed her to make a meaningful impact on individual students, including helping children overcome communication challenges and become more comfortable engaging with others. She also has volunteer experience through her parents’ church, further reflecting her commitment to serving and supporting her community.

Alongside her professional work, Valerie is pursuing continued education to expand her impact in pediatric care. She earned an Associate’s Degree in Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies from Monroe Community College and is preparing to pursue a Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy at Nazareth University, with an interest in pediatrics. She views occupational therapy as a natural extension of her work in early education and her desire to help children develop essential life skills. Valerie also continues to develop her Spanish language abilities and is committed to lifelong learning and professional growth.