Meet Our Teachers

Melissa Bilo, Director and Lead Teacher

Miss Melissa has been in the field of Early Childhood Education for over 25 years. She is Director II certified through Mass Department of Early Education and Care and has an Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education. Miss Melissa has a passion for the field and stays up to date on the latest research through books, podcasts, trainings and professional development opportunities. She is also an active member of “Play is the Way” advocacy group here in Ipswich. When not at school, Miss Melissa enjoys spending time with her family, walking with her beloved pup, Tucker, yoga, reading, boating and the beach.

Kate Tuttle, Teacher

Miss Kate joined the Small World Community in 2021. Prior to that, she had experience working in both Preschool and Kindergarten classes. Miss Kate earned her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology. When not at school, she is a mom of three young children and enjoys watching them in their various sports and extracurricular activities. Miss Kate also loves any time spent with family and friends.

Jill Gleim, OTA, Music and Movement

Jill has an M.Ed. from Lesley University, is an OTA, and the creator of Arts All Day and Jillsville Dance School (1982). She has extensive training and teaching experience in Dance, Dalcroze Eurythmics, improvisation, and singing. Currently she teaches music and dance to children at Tufts and various nursery schools on the North Shore and studies neurodevelopmental movement techniques to apply to her teaching