Owner/Staff - Pratt Educational

Meet Our Team

Mrs. Gillian Pratt, M.A., Owner/President

Gillian Pratt is a remarkable woman with a wealth of experience in early childhood education. As a wife mother, and grandmother, she understands the importance of nurturing young minds and providing them with a solid foundation for their future. With over 45 years of experience in the field, Gillian is a true expert and a valuable asset to any educational institution.

Education

Gillian has an impressive educational background. She graduated from Diamond Oaks with a major in Childcare in 1979 and later earned a degree in Early Childhood Education from the College Mount St. Joseph in 1996. She also holds a B. in Social Science a concentration in Education from Ashford University and a Master of Arts degree in Teaching and with Technology.

Experience

Gillian is a highly experienced childcare professional with a background in teaching and administration. a focus on early childhood development, she has worked with children from birth through age 12 in a variety of settings. Her expertise in family services has also made her a valuable asset to Cincinnati public schools.

Her other affiliations and accolades include:

With over 17 years of experience as an Adjunct Instructor in the Early Childhood Department at Cincinnati State Technical and Community College, I have had opportunity to work closely with Curriculum Development Team and serve on the Advisory Committees. It has been a fulfilling experience to contribute to the growth and success of the Early Childhood Program.

As a member of the Early Childhood Department at Cincinnati State Technical and Community College, she served on the Advisory Committees and collaborated with the Curriculum Development Team. With 17 years of experience as an Adjunct Instructor, I have been able to witness the growth and development of the program and its students firsthand.

In 1996, Gillian started Pratt Educational Services, Inc., a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit Christian organization that serves Greater Cincinnati and other areas in Ohio. She is the owner, president, and educational consultant of the company.

Honoring Christian Values

Gillian lives by two familiar scriptures:

“With God, nothing shall be impossible.” (Luke 1:37)

“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me” (Phil. 4:13)

God has given her a passion for the well-being of children. It is her goal to help them grow in a Godly way, and she honors that passion to the best of her ability.

Mrs. Jacqueline (Jackie) Hunter, Instructor

Jacqueline Hunter is married and a mother of two sons, ages 33 and 37. She was born and raised in Cincinnati, Ohio, where she still resides today. Her love for God and children has allowed her to work in the field of early childhood education for more than 36 years.

Education

Jackie has successfully completed college and obtained an associate degree in Early Childhood Education from Cincinnati State Technical and Community College. She also has a bachelor’s degree in Social Science with a concentration in Education, as well as a CDA (Child Development Associate) certification.

Experience

Having worked with children and families from all walks of life, Jackie has widened her experience in the field. She has had many memorable and heartfelt experiences while working with various families.

Her primary goal in life has always been to make a difference in the lives of the people she meets and touches through her career in childcare. She believes in making a difference and trying to find some good in every situation and encounter that life brings. Over the years, she has made it her goal to offer quality childcare services by fostering an environment where God is expressed in every experience.

For the past 21 years, Jackie has been working as a CDA instructor and childcare consultant at Pratt Educational Services, Inc.

Personal Life

Jackie enjoys spending time with family and friends, settling down with a good movie, and reading novels. The church is a large part of her life and she sings in the choir. She also participates in other activities when called upon at her local church.