Kiley Piercy - Associate Director

Hello, my name is Kiley Piercy and I hold a Bachelors degree in Photography from Southern Illinois University, a Type 09 teaching certificate, and a Masters Degree in Art Education from DePaul University. I have 6 years experience teaching a NAEYC accredited curriculum at the Preschool level here in Chicago. I have also taught at the High School level for two years where I developed a comprehensive art program integrating multiple disciplines. My years in the preschool environment have fostered my love for teaching children and solidified my role as an educator. When teaching I believe in putting emphasis on problem solving, creativity and socialization as key factors for a fun and stimulating learning experience. Building confidence, the love of education, music, and the arts is incredibly important to me as an educator and director. I love working with children and look forward in taking part in your child’s education at Sprouts Academy Preschool!

Outside of teaching, my interests include photography, traveling and competing in triathlons. In August, I finished my first Ironman triathlon in Canada, which was an amazing experience. As a photographer, I love to observe and take pictures of people in their environment and have had my work in art shows around the Chicago area. I also love to travel with my wife and have been to over 20 different countries, most recently Thailand. I am currently prepping for our next big adventure in Turkey.

Kiley Piercy holds a Bachelor’s degree in Photography from Southern Illinois University, as well as a Master’s Degree in Art Education from DePaul University. Kiley has over six years of experience teaching an NAEYC accredited curriculum at the Preschool level here in Chicago, and two years developing a comprehensive Art program at the High School level. Kiley is lead teacher in the Sunflower Sprouts classroom in the mornings, and transitions to the role of Associate Director of Administration in the afternoons.

His passion for teaching children is evident in his interactions with all of the children here at Sprouts Academy. As Associate Director, Kiley oversees the organization of accounts and billing for all enrollees and promotes the professional development of our staff through the pursuit of continuing educational opportunities. Kiley’s responsibilities include general operations and leading tours of Sprouts Academy. He also collaborates with Miss Quinn on presiding over curriculum and academia. Kiley is excited to help your child have a fun and stimulating learning experience and work with you, as parents, to make Sprouts Academy the best that it can be.