Bernadette Payne

3s Preschool Teaching Assistant

Bernadette Payne grew up in Naperville and has been a lifelong member of Saints Peter and Paul Parish. She feels fortunate to have attended SSPP, Benet Academy and the University of Dayton, all Catholic schools that reinforced her strong faith in God. Bernadette earned a Finance degree from UD and worked as a commercial real estate lender for 9 years before shifting gears to become a stay-at-home mom. She and her husband, Mark, raised three children, all of whom are SSPP alums. She fondly looks back on those years and considers the many friendships that were made such a blessing!

Although she is new to the staff this year, Bernadette has much experience with leadership and volunteerism within both the school and parish. Along with her husband, the two have worked/chaired the school Auction, Hobby Fair, Fish Fry and PADs. She considers SSPP a big part of her life and is excited and honored to return to her alma mater. Bernadette looks forward to working with your preschoolers in a fun, safe, faith-based environment.

Be brave and steadfast; have no fear or dread of them, for it is the Lord, your God, who marches with you; He will never fail you or forsake you. Deuteronomy 31:6

Mrs. Payne thinks each child is a special gift from God. She hopes to nurture and guide her students with compassion, joy and positivity