Faculty Bios
Jessica Black
3s Assistant Teacher
Jessica grew up outside of Boston and graduated from the University of Vermont with a degree in Nutritional Sciences and Dietetics. After raising her three children and co-founding a children’s toy company, her interest in early childhood development led her to substitute teaching at SLPS. This will be her seventh year as an assistant teacher in the 3s program. In her spare time, Jessica enjoys tennis, walking her dog Taco, and spending time with her family.
Erika Caputo
Pre-K Head Teacher
Erika received her B.A. in Communication from the University of California, San Diego and completed her Child Development Associate coursework through Connecticut’s community college system. After a career in the corporate world, she joined the SLPS team in 2009 and became part of Saint Luke’s Children’s Ministries in 2015. Her two daughters attended SLPS. In her free time, Erika enjoys walking, spending time outdoors, and being with her family.
Natalie Caputo
4s Assistant Teacher
Natalie is currently attending the University of Connecticut, where she studies Communications and Human Development & Family Sciences. A former SLPS student herself, Natalie is excited to return as an Assistant Teacher. She has lived in Darien for most of her life and enjoys dancing, spending time with friends, and relaxing with her family and their cat, Zazu.
Jessica Black
3s Assistant Teacher
Jessica grew up outside of Boston and graduated from the University of Vermont with a degree in Nutritional Sciences and Dietetics. After raising her three children and co-founding a children’s toy company, her interest in early childhood development led her to substitute teaching at SLPS. This will be her seventh year as an assistant teacher in the 3s program. In her spare time, Jessica enjoys tennis, walking her dog Taco, and spending time with her family.