Sarah McMackin is an early childhood education and program leader committed to strengthening educational programs, cultivating innovative learning environments, and empowering educators and high-impact teams that deliver meaningful outcomes for children and their families. Her passion for fostering language and literacy in young children led her to serve as Program Director for The Early Learning and Literacy Initiative at Stepping Stones Museum for Children in Norwalk, CT.
Sarah also oversaw operations for NORY, a STEAM education startup based in New York City, helping translate the organization’s vision into learning experiences that encouraged exploration, experimentation, problem solving, and learning through failure and iteration. Her experience also includes developing sustainable learning environments at a language-immersion school in California. Across these diverse educational settings, Sarah has developed a broad perspective on early childhood education and a strong foundation in educational leadership.
Sarah holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Economics and Child Development & Family Studies from California State University, Long Beach. She completed her early childhood teacher education at the University of California, Irvine, and her lower elementary teacher education through the North American Montessori Center. She also serves on the Mather Homestead Junior Board, supporting the organization’s mission to preserve and share local history and heritage.