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Amy Doyle, M.Ed.

Learning Vine Preschool Teacher

Hi, I am Amy and my first experience at The Grapevine was as a parent in 2008 when my son Thomas attended the Learning Vine Preschool Program.  I completed my college internship here at The Grapevine and eventually became part of the staff in 2010.

It is my great joy to teach our Learning Vine preschool program and also to work in the children’s enrichment portion of our Better Beginnings programs.

I have my Bachelors Degree in Sociology and my Master of Education Degree in Child Growth and Development.  I couldn’t think of a better place for me to work than The Grapevine.  

The Grapevine is such a special place.  The staff I work with are exceptional and I feel very supported.  I love this place.

I live in Deering NH with my husband, three children and my dog Betty. 

Paula Coombs

Learning Vine Teacher & Hillsborough Program Coordinator

Hi, I’m Paula and I started with the Grapevine when my 16 year old was a toddler! I joined as a volunteer and then as a staff member.  All four of my boys have attended the Grapevine programs and camps.

My interest in childhood work began in high school.  I have taken many courses through the years in child development.  

I love the children at the Grapevine because of their unique personalities.  My boys are older now so it is refreshing to have a hands on position with the toddlers.   I enjoy my peers at the Grapevine as well. It is my “second” family.

As a family we like warm weather activities.  The ocean is a favorite of all of ours and we also like hiking and camping.  Winter will find all six of us gathered around the television rooting on New England sports teams.

My boys all play multiple sports but I enjoy reading and baking.

Sarah Beaumont

Administrative Office Support

Hi, I’m Sarah, and I have been with the Grapevine since 2011.

In my administrative role at the Grapevine, I greet people, answer phone calls, check emails, and work behind the scenes on events and fundraising.

I have two children who have attended Grapevine programs.  Being involved in these programs showed me how important community is in raising children.  This led me to the path of being a part of children’s programs across our community. 

I love my job because helping our community is important to me. I enjoy being home with my husband, two children and dog. We like to spend our time with family and friends either swimming at the lake, enjoying a cup of coffee, going for walks, playing a game in the yard or hanging out around a campfire.