The Floats Team

Ruth is very excited to be joining the NOW team! She is new to Vermont, Ruth moved here from Maine in June, and has loved everything this beautiful state has to offer. Previously she worked at a pediatric doctors office as a CNA working with a wide range of children, different ages and background, and that opportunity has given me a lot of vital skills in childcare. Ruth is currently a first year student at CCV studying Early Childhood Education. In her free time she loves to spend it outside any chance she can get, if she is not outside Ruth is most likely cuddling with her cats while crafting up a storm. Another hobby Ruth enjoys and grew up with, something she holds close to her heart, is singing and playing along with her guitar and ukulele. Ruth is truly excited for this opportunity to work with all your beautifully unique children in such a naturalistic atmosphere that nurtures their individuality. 

Hi, I’m Nancy and I’m excited to be part of the float staff at NOTW. My professional background is primarily in the architectural and farming fields, but I have always wanted to work with children. I have been around kids my whole life, and specifically the last few years as my nieces and friends’ children grow up around me. I bring a calming, artistic and nurturing presence to my work with children, as well as a patient curiosity to learn more about them and what they need from us. In my free time I love to garden, farm veggies, do pottery, and spend time at home with my partner and our dogs and goats.

Raised in New York, Devin has been living in Vermont since 2022 with his wife, Lauren and in-laws, Tom and Sue. He majored in education at Coastal Carolina University at first, but after realizing his passion for healthcare, he earned a Bachelor's Degree in Exercise and Sports Science and then moved on to Parker University in Dallas, Texas, to earn his Doctorate of Chiropractic. He has always had a passion for teaching, even with this shift in his professional path, and he is excited to return to NOW, where he was a camp counselor during the summer of 2024. He enjoys hiking, skiing, camping, video games, cooking, and playing with his cat Sven in his spare time.