Seekonk Educator Receives Teacher of the Year Award

As workdays wind down for most teachers, educator Jackie Orcutt’s day is just getting started. A site director for the Champions after-school program at George Martin Elementary School, Orcutt is known for continuously going out of her way to lend a helping hand and making all feel welcome in her program.

This week, she was celebrated with a teacher of the year award from KinderCare Learning Companies®. Orcutt is one of only 28 KinderCare teachers around the country to earn the company’s Educational Excellence Award.

KinderCare, a leading national provider of early childhood education and childcare, has more than 35,000 teachers across the country. Of those 35,000 teachers, more than 500 were nominated by their peers for this inaugural award. Orcutt was one of 28 award winners chosen for their passion and dedication to early childhood education and to their students.

Children, families, peers and leaders gathered at George Martin Elementary School to celebrate Orcutt’s dedication and commitment to inspiring young minds at Champions.

“We’re proud to celebrate Jackie for all of her accomplishments,” said Kerri Kubacki, Champions area manager. “She works every day to set children up for success and walking in to her program is like a warm hug for families — knowing their child is in a safe, quality learning environment during the time gaps between the workday and school day.”

KinderCare’s Educational Excellence Awards include individual cash prizes as well as professional development opportunities and a cash award for the winning teacher's center, school or site. 

“Whether it’s attending school plays and PTO meetings, coordinating walk-a-thons for breast cancer or calling students and families one-on-one before their first day at Champions, Jackie is always there for the children and families in her care,” said Kubacki. ”She works hard to create an inclusive environment right from the start to help children build relationships amongst their peers and is always looking for new ways to enhance their skills and abilities at Champions.”

To learn more about Champions, visit DiscoverChampions.com.