Jennifer Carrino was raised in Idaho. After graduating high school, she moved to New Jersey, where she attended William Paterson University and graduated with a bachelor of arts degree, majoring in English literature with a concentration in elementary education. Jennifer has over 24 years of experience working with children from infancy through middle school in various settings, including public and private schools, and served as a program director for a nonprofit organization. She also worked as a certified infant/toddler Montessori guide.

Jennifer’s greatest joy is spending time with her husband, Anthony, and two boys, Anthony and Nicholas. She also enjoys reading, paddleboarding, skiing, practicing yoga, and playing pickleball.