Archives: Team Showcase

Meet Camila Guillama Capella!

Camila is the Executive Assistant to the Head of School at JCDSRI. She holds a B.A. in Comparative Literature from Brown University and previously served as Academic Coordinator in the Teaching + Learning in Art + Design Department at the Rhode Island School of Design. Camila looks forward to seeing JCDSRI from a new perspective and developing systems that help the school operate smoothly and serve its students to the fullest.

Outside of school, Camila enjoys cycling, doll collecting, crocheting, and printmaking.

Meet Heather Cline!

Heather is the Early Childhood Physical Education Teacher (Nitzanim-1st Grade) and our Art Teacher for Grades 1-5. She also serves as the school photographer. She holds a B.S. in Communications with a minor in Recreation from Ithaca College. Before joining JCDSRI, Heather focused on caring for her family and children and worked as a real estate agent. She loves being part of the JCDSRI community and takes joy in watching students experience the excitement of learning, the pride of accomplishment, and the kindness they show to one another.

Outside of school, Heather enjoys volunteering with the American Liver Foundation, where she has been active for 20 years. She also runs her own photography business and loves being outdoors — skiing, playing pickleball, tennis, golf, cycling, and going on adventures. Spending quality time with her son, daughter, and extended family brings her the greatest happiness.

Meet Jill Davis!

Jill is the Principal at JCDSRI and has held many important roles within the school community, including mentoring new teachers for over 15 years. She holds degrees in Psychology, Philosophy, and Social Work, as well as a Master of Arts in Teaching and Education with a focus on Special Education. Jill also studied Educational Psychology at the University of Westminster in London. Before joining JCDSRI, she worked as a counselor for Newport Mental Health, Adeline Laplante Center, and Child and Family Services, and as a therapist for children with Autism and their families. Jill is passionate about inspiring teachers, fostering strong connections with students and families, developing progressive and integrated curriculum, and creating learning spaces where children can thrive.

Outside of school, Jill enjoys traveling with her husband and their five children — including two sets of twins — hiking, trail running, and coaching her kids in basketball. She also looks forward to the upcoming publication of her children’s book.

Meet Shayna Fel!

Shayna is the Director of Admissions and Community Engagement at JCDSRI and a proud graduate of the school, formerly known as the Alperin Schechter Day School. She holds a B.A. in Elementary and Special Education from Boston University and an M.S.W. from Hunter College, and is an independently licensed clinical social worker. Before joining JCDSRI, Shayna spent 15 years working with children, teens, and young adults with diverse learning needs in schools, camps, and community organizations, and most recently served on the admissions team at Solomon Schechter Day School of Greater Boston. She loves welcoming new students and families into the JCDSRI community and watching them make the school their home for learning, exploration, and joy.

Outside of school, Shayna enjoys reading a great novel, going to the beach, and having dance parties in the rain with her children.