About Our Teachers

Lake Windward Elementary School is a place where our Kindergarten teachers Learn, Grow, Lead and Show! Meet our Amazing teachers who are dedicated to meeting the needs of all students in their classroom academically and socially. They provide an atmosphere of creativity, structure and a balanced approach to learning.

Ms. Pepper Autry - Teacher

I love teaching little people at Lake Windward. My favorite part of teaching is seeing the "lightbulb" go off for students. Providing a fun and welcoming environment for students is important to me. Every student is unique, and I love helping them discover their gifts and begin to use them. I love spending time with family and friends and especially my ten year old son. I have 22 years teaching experience in all grade levels. I received my bachelors and masters degree from Piedmont College. I recently completed my specialist degree from Georgia Southwestern University. I look forward to another awesome year at Lake Windward!

Mrs. Maria Elberson - Paraprofessional

This is my first year at LWE and I am so excited to be a part of the Lake Windward Kindergarten team! I grew up in Cherryville, a small town in North Carolina and moved to Alpharetta in 2006. I have a 20-year-old son who is in school to be a mechanic. I taught private preschool for 12 years at St. David’s Preschool before becoming a paraprofessional. I love teaching "little ones" and nurturing their love of learning! Providing a safe and loving environment is important to me so that our students can be themselves and feel comfortable while learning and having fun. When I am not in the classroom, I am learning as well. I learned to paddleboard this summer and am currently learning to golf. I am an avid runner, hike frequently with my boyfriend, and love to be active. I am so excited for this school year!

Mrs. Elizabeth McKean - Teacher
I am so excited to be your child's teacher this year! This is my 17th year teaching at Lake Windward, 15 of those years teaching Kindergarten. I am a native Atlantan and have lived in the Johns Creek / Alpharetta area for 25 years where I raised my son and daughter. They are both married and live in the Atlanta area, so it is nice to have them close by! I enjoy hiking and playing pickleball with my husband as well as spending time with family and friends. I look forward to working with you this year to help your child succeed in school!

Mrs. Zhanna Egolf - Paraprofessional

This is my fourth year at Lake Windward Elementary. I have a college degree in early childhood education, and I enjoy being in the classroom helping students learn and develop new skills. My family and I live in Forsyth county. My husband David is an engineer, and we have three children (one is out of college, one is in college, and the youngest is a junior at Lambert High School). We also have a spoiled cat, George. In my free time I enjoy reading, walking, and spending time with family. I love musicals and ballet.

Mrs. Jennifer Missildine - Teacher

I live in Johns Creek, Georgia with my husband and two sons. I have been an elementary school teacher for 22 years. I have spent the last nine years at Lake Windward Elementary as a kindergarten teacher. I love teaching kindergarten students because they are imaginative and curious! I really enjoy watching them progress throughout the year.

Mrs. Ashley Hawley - Paraprofessional

Hi LWE Gator families! I love being a Kindergarten Para. This is my seventh year at Lake Windward and my 24th year of working with children. I spent 18 of those years teaching preschoolers. I am originally from Virginia and have lived in Johns Creek for 20 years. I raised my two children here in Georgia and they both went to Lake Windward so it is a very special place to me. My son is now 27 and lives in NYC and my daughter is 25 and lives in Charleston. My husband, Paolo, and I love traveling to see them and spending time with our two cats, Poppy and Tony.

Ms.Natalie Mueller - Teacher

Hi! I am so happy to be your child's teacher this year! I have been a LWE Gator for 17 years, teaching both kindergarten and first grade. I have two amazing daughters and two doodle puppies that keep me busy. When I am not teaching, I enjoy spending time with friends and family. My hobbies include travel and tennis. I look forward to getting to know your child and watching them grow!

Mrs. Roxann Wruble - Paraprofessional

My husband, Tim and I have lived in Johns Creek for 23 years! Our son, Grant, and his wife, Lindsey, live in Atlanta with our granddaughter, Lilly and our soon to be second grandchild! Our daughter, Claire, lives and works in NYC! We have one dog, Ginger. I love any lake, reading, the GA Bulldogs, and the GT Yellow Jackets! Yes, we are a house divided! We are also huge Indianapolis Colts fans! This is my fifth year at LWE and I love it here!