Jaime Koller--P.E.

Miss Koller grew up in upstate New York and has lived in Houston, TX, Cleveland, OH, and Vernon, NJ. During her time in these cities, she worked for Continental Airlines. After spending several years with the airline, she decided to pursue her passion for teaching Health and Physical Education, beginning her teaching career at Ridgewood Public Schools.

During a break from public education to focus on her two children, who currently attend school in Central Bucks, Miss Koller worked at the Central Bucks YMCA. There, she co-developed an inspiring reverse-inclusion wheelchair basketball program, motivated by Ciarlo Liples, a CB student with Spina Bifida and lower extremity paralysis. Thanks to her efforts, the community now has access to 24 multisport wheelchairs.

Miss Koller returned to public education during the pandemic and is thrilled to be back, doing what she loves most: helping children lead long, strong, healthy, and playful lives. She currently teaches at Barclay and Pine Run Elementary Schools. Although Miss Koller can often be found lifting weights, her true joys involve being outdoors skiing, fishing, camping, and hiking!

Dave Rodgers--P.E.

Mr. Rodgers is glad to be back at Barclay for the third year in a row. He will be splitting his time between here and Cold Spring. Mr. Rodgers graduated from West Chester University then got his master’s degree in education from Cabrini College. He has been teaching in Central Bucks for 17 years. Mr. Rodgers spends his non-teaching hours training local athletes and spending time with his wife and three kids, who also go to Central Bucks schools.

Jennifer Wasserman--Library

Mrs. Wasserman grew up in Churchville, Pennsylvania. She attended Rider College for her undergraduate degree and Drexel University, where she received her Master's in Library Science. When Jennifer is not teaching she enjoys watching her daughter Lily grow and thrive at Drake University and her son Henry play on various baseball teams for Cheltenham Township, Cheltenham High School and Protech. She also enjoys working on her house with her husband, traveling with her family, taking lots of pictures (much to her childrens' dismay!), reading and spending time with family and friends.

Nicole Smith--QUEST

Mrs. Smith is thrilled to be the QUEST teacher at Barclay!  Her teaching career began immediately after graduating from Gwynedd-Mercy College with certification in Elementary and Special Education. She earned her Masters of Education degree in reading, also at Gwynedd- Mercy. Since then, she has taught learning support, third grade, kindergarten, first grade and QUEST.  She has been teaching for 17 years. Outside of school, she enjoys spending time with her family which includes; her husband Jesse and their three children Chloe, Oliver, and Bennett. Mrs. Smith also has a sweet hound dog named Gertie. 

David Garcia--QUEST

Mr. Garcia grew up in Upper Darby, Pennsylvania.  He attended West Chester University for his undergraduate degree, spent one year at the University of Seville in Seville, Spain, and earned his Master's degree at Temple University.  When David is not teaching he enjoys riding his bicycle, reading, and spending time with his family and friends.  

Alissa Nelson--Music

Kate Sayer--Art

Kate Sayer grew up in Northern Virginia before moving to Pennsylvania.  She attended  Temple University’s Tyler School of Art for her undergraduate degree in art education and then earned her Master’s degree in Instructional Media from Wilkes University. Kate has taught Art in all grade levels, elementary, middle school, and high school, throughout Bucks County, Montgomery County, and Philadelphia. When she is not teaching, she enjoys spending time with her husband and dog, playing ball hockey, cooking, and creating art.

Jason Fillette--PEN

Mr. Fillette is one of the PEN teachers this year at Barclay.  He has worked in Central Bucks School District for 27 years.  His career began as a third-grade teacher at Warwick Elementary School.  He received his master’s degree, and after 12 years of regular education he made the switch to gifted education.  He absolutely loves working in PEN.  Mr. Fillette has three children of his own and just recently celebrated the birth of his first grandchild, Giovanni.  

Karly Abbott--ELD

Karly Abbott grew up in Warwick and attended the CB school district, graduating from CB South.  She then earned her Bachelor’s degree and ESL Program Specialist from Millersville University.  After that she attended Cabrini University receiving her Master’s degree and Reading Specialist certification.  Before joining the Barclay family, she has taught in the Pennsbury and Upper Darby school districts.  When she is not teaching, she enjoys spending time with her two sons, Jace- 5 and Jax-3, as well as her husband.  Mrs. Abbott also likes going to the beach.

Heather Houghton--ELD

Heather Houghton grew up in Plumsteadville, PA and graduated from Central Bucks East High School.  She has a Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education from Lock Haven University, an elementary certification from Holy Family College, a Master's Degree in Education from Gratz College, and a certification in English as a Second Language from Eastern University.  When she is not teaching, Mrs. Houghton loves reading and playing games with her son, Ryan, and her daughter, Reagan.

Lauren Linden--ELD

Mrs. Linden grew up in Churchville, PA and attended Council Rock School District.  She earned her Elementary Education certification through Gwynedd Mercy University and her ESL Program Specialist certification through Eastern University. She previously earned her bachelor’s degree in Psychology and her master’s degree in Counselor Education, both from the Pennsylvania State University.  Outside of school, Mrs. Linden enjoys running and spending time with her family.