MKU Effingham Team

Meet Our Team

Montessori Kids Universe Effingham recognizes that our caring, dedicated teachers are what makes our school so valuable. MKU Effingham recruits and maintains a high-quality staff through an intensive selection and vetting process. We provide on-going professional development and growth opportunities within our school, and foster a healthy work environment for our employees. Meet the most important aspect of our school: Our quality teaching staff!

Hannah Mette

Director of Operations

Hannah was born and raised in Altamont. Over the past few years she has been a nanny for several families and worked in a local preschool. She obtained her degree in Early Childhood Education from Lake Land College and is working on her bachelors through EIU.

Hannah has a Dalmatian named Pongo, and in her free time she likes to travel, read and spend time with friends and family

Mackenzey Kirts

Director of Curriculum

Mackenzey grew up in Effingham County. Her passion is working with children. She has a dog named Tilly. She enjoys cooking, baking and DIY projects in her free time. She also loves spending time with family and friends.