Meet our staff!

Sarah

Head of school and teacher

I love when I learn something new and it seems when I am around children, it is a constant affair! Young people show me the deeper side of every moment where the joy and wonder of learning is always waiting. I have a hunger for creativity - whether I am redesigning a cozy space, painting, writing a poem, cooking a thoughtful meal or dancing and singing in my living room, I’ll take any opportunity to elevate the moment with a splash of joyful creativity. My many years of early childhood experience in public, private, and international school settings has fueled my passion for my field and driven me towards opening Misty Wagon Schoolhouse, a place where creativity, discovery and authenticity are at the center. You can learn more about me on my website Sarah Loeb Education.

Nora

Atelierista

I am a visual artist originally from Northern California currently based in Los Angeles. Creating became an integral part of who I am when I was a child. My mother and father, who understood the importance of art in education, provided me and my siblings with a wide variety of materials and the space to explore and create freely. This instilled in me an appreciation for art as a language through which to communicate ideas and channel emotion. My journey into the world of early childhood education was lit by the desire to share my knowledge of materials with children as a way to facilitate self-discovery, cultivate relationships with others and the natural world, and bring to life the imaginative worlds within them.

Melissa

RIE Infant and Toddler Specialist 

Melissa Coyné is an Early Childhood Educator who has over 33 years of experience building relationships with children and the adults who care for them. In addition to holding a bachelor’s and master’s degree in child development, she is a certified RIE Associate and PITC (Program for Infant/Toddler Care) trainer. Melissa was first introduced to the Educaring Approach by the early childhood program where she worked for 22 years and cultivated her commitment to philosophical integrity. She facilitates RIE courses, consults with early childhood programs and she has also presented workshops related to respectfully parenting tweens and teens. As a mother of a young adult and older teen, Melissa has seen the results of the power of relationships built on connection and collaboration that began in infancy. She is passionate about inspiring adults and children to be critical thinkers in areas of anti-bias practices, equity, and self-awareness.

Emma

Teacher

I’m an early childhood educator born and raised in Los Angeles. In 2016 I received my Bachelor’s from NYU. After graduating, I began babysitting and fell in love with the work of childcare and the study of child development. Since then, I’ve developed a personal teaching philosophy informed by my experiences working with children in homes, classrooms, and studios. I’ve had the opportunity to work in multilingual environments and have experienced a wonderful cultural exchange as a result. This, and my return to LA in 2018 where I was working with many more Spanish-speaking youth, inspired me to commit to learning Spanish. I’m also inspired by my time assisting in Montessori classrooms, giving me a deep trust in and respect for the innate capacity of very young children. 

Caitlin

Teacher

I am a visual artist born and raised in Los Angeles with a BA in Sociology from Bard College. I’ve spent many joyous summers as a camp counselor, and am excited to return to the important work of childcare at Misty Wagon. My background in various creative fields, from set decoration to custom costuming, has equipped me with a passion for crafting engaging environments and bringing ideas to life, and I’m excited to foster those skills with children at the schoolhouse. Beyond my professional experience, I have a love for hands-on arts and crafts. From sewing to ceramics, I’ll bring my love of tactile artistry into the classroom, where I look forward to collaborating with your child to create a joyful and enriching experience at Misty Wagon!

“Sarah and her entire team at Misty Wagon have created a truly unique and special place where children are allowed to be children.  The fact that it’s in the center of Los Angeles makes it all the more astonishing.”

— Jason, Misty Wagon parent