Our Staff

Mrs. Sarah Yost
Director & Preschool Teacher

Sarah Yost was born and raised in the Lehigh Valley. A graduate of Emmaus High School, Sarah started her Early Childhood Education career working in local child care facilities. She also has worked as a nanny and volunteered in her church's Sunday School Programs, her experience totals over 10 years of working with children. Sarah is continuing her coursework in Early Childhood Education and in the process of obtaining her Early Childhood Director's Certification. She previously served as Little Lamb Learner's 2-year-old's teacher and currently teaches our 3-year-old preschool program. Sarah lives in Emmaus with her husband of 8 years, her sons Jack and Abraham, and cranky cat. In her spare time Sarah enjoys gardening and hiking with her family.

Denyse Edwards
Pre-K Teacher & Assistant Director

Denyse Edwards was raised in Bergen County NJ where she met and married her husband in 1992. They have two daughters ages 21 and 18. Denyse received her BBA from Pace University in NY and continued her education in Early Childhood Education at Harrisburg Community College. In the past she has worked at a Montessori school in NJ, Little Angels Child care center in Carlisle PA, A Small Society Preschool in Macungie before coming to Little Lamb Learners in 2010. Mrs. Edwards will return as our Lead Teacher for our Pre-K class, and will also continue her role as an Assistant Director. During her free time she enjoys working out, shopping with her daughters and visiting with extended family.

Mrs. Nicole Wessner
​Pre-K Teacher

Nicole Wessner was born and raised in Alburtis, and is happily still living here for 40 + years, She joined Little Lamb Learners in 2011, and ever since she has assisted in our 2’s, 3’s, 4’s and Pre-K classes.  Previously, she worked in the child care industry. She is married with one daughter of her own. She enjoys volunteering at her daughter’s school and accompanying her daughter in her extracurricular activities.

Mrs. Nikki Dang
​Preschool & Pre-K Teacher

Nikki Dang has been living in Alburtis for over 10 years with her husband Thai, and is blessed with 4 children: Connor, Tyler, Rylee, and Brayden. Nikki was first introduced to Little Lamb Learners while her youngest, Brayden attended preschool. She stayed at home to raise her children for many years, but is very excited to be returning for her second year teaching in the Little Lamb Learners program. Nikki previously taught in the 2-year-old program, and will be returning this year in the 3-year-old Preschool room.

Mrs. Amanda Swenson
Pre-K  & Music and Movement Teacher

Mrs. Amanda Swenson is extremely excited to continue her journey  at Little Lamb Learners this school year. After watching her two older sons excel in the Pre-K program before attending Kindergarten and her daughter blossoming in the 3-year-old class, it felt time to really invest into the beautiful family at Little Lamb Learners. When the opportunity came for a teaching position she felt it would be the perfect balance as she continued to head the Music and Movement Program. With a Bachelors Degree in Dance from DeSales University, Amanda has spent countless hours teaching children from ages 3-18, and hopes to incorporate dance and creative movement in the classroom. Amanda lives locally in Alburtis with her husband Dan, and their 4 kids- David, Derick, Audrey, and Dragon. She is beyond blessed to help your children start their academic journey, and cannot wait to see what the students and teachers can accomplish this year.

Mrs. Shannon Kacsur
​Preschool Teacher

Shannon Kacsur was born and raised in the Lehigh Valley. She now lives in Macungie with her husband Brian and two sons Paxton and Kian. Both of her sons completed and thrived in the Little Lamb Learners program. Last year she began subbing for the Pre-K classes and is pleased to be coming back this year! Shannon also works at Lehigh Valley Hospital in the Operating Room and volunteers at her sons school.  She looks forward to using her crafting skills to help your children learn and explore their world.