Leslie Daniels: Leslie graduated from Indiana University with a B.S. in Environmental Education and a minor in General Science. She also received a Teaching Certificate through IU’s School of Education for Grades K-8, and she took graduate courses in Alternative Education at the Waldorf Institute of Southern California and at Antioch College in Keene, NH. In addition to working as an Oak Meadow teacher since 1986, Leslie homeschooled her children with Oak Meadow’s curricula for fifteen years. She is currently the founder, director and head teacher of the “Little Tree Education” program, which offers educational activities to groups of homeschooled students. Her tutoring services are offered for grades K-6. Contact: littletree.edu@gmail.com

Megan Devine: Megan is a mom of four school-age children and an experienced educator. She has a K-6 Elementary Education Teacher Licensure with an emphasis in elementary art instruction (Bemidji State University) and a Master’s of Education in Teaching and Learning (Saint Mary’s University) She has completed a variety of training programs during her teaching career focusing on academic and social-emotional curriculums and pedagogy.  For inquiries contact megtdevine@gmail.com.

Eric Ferrara: Eric has been tutoring chemistry since 2011, with experience including general high school chemistry, AP chemistry, the Chemistry SAT Subject Test, and the standard college introductory chemistry sequence. Some of his tutoring has been online via Skype with a virtual whiteboard to help explain concepts. Eric received a BA in Chemistry from Rhode Island College in 2012, completing the teacher licensure program for chemistry and general science. Contact: epferrara@gmail.com

Robbin Dilley: Robbin has been teaching high school biology (general and AP), chemistry, environmental science and SAT/ACT prep since 2012. She has experience working with neurodiverse students and students who are learning English. Robbin holds a high school science teaching certificate in Massachusetts and is a National Board Certified Teacher. She graduated from Columbia University with a BA in Biology and from UMass Boston with a Masters in Education. Contact: robbin.dilley@gmail.com

Kristen Glover: Kristen has been working as a private homeschool teacher and tutor for 4 years with direct instruction experience including: elementary and middle school core curriculum, PSAT, and SSAT. Kristen also has extensive experience teaching English and History at high school level. She strives to make learning an engaging and exciting experience with the goal to create lifelong learners. She has had success working with reluctant learners and students who struggle with learning differences. In addition to being an experienced educator, Kristen has worked in fields of diplomatic relations and with non-government organizations around the world. Kristen holds a Virginia State Teaching Certification and has received a MAT in Middle School Humanities. Contact: kristenglover01@gmail.com

Stephanie Lieblappen: Stephanie has over 10 years of experience tutoring students in math, physics, and chemistry. She has tutored a range of students from middle school through upper level college courses both online and in person. Subject areas include Pre-algebra, Algebra 1 & 2, Geometry, Calculus, Trigonometry, HS/College Physics, and HS/College Chemistry. Stephanie has an MS in Engineering Sciences from Dartmouth College and a BS in Chemical Engineering from the University of Rhode Island. Contact: steph.lieblappen@gmail.com

Anna Logowitz: Anna has been working with homeschool families since 2012, both in person and at a distance, as well as teaching in Montessori, Waldorf, project-based, and special education schools. She brings a wealth of approaches in connecting to student interests with both motivated and struggling learners. Anna often uses storytelling and projects to demonstrate a concept, drawing on interests ranging from animal care to schooner sailing. She has taught students aged preschool to grandparent, and currently runs a program that combines elementary, middle, and high school students. Anna received both her BA and Master of the Arts in Teaching from Smith College. Contact: edenite.arts@gmail.com

Julia West: Julia has been teaching with Oak Meadow for over 20 years, and has developed the high school biology, environmental science, and health courses. She is available for tutoring these subjects. Julia is a lifelong learner with a passion for the study of the natural world and cultural perspective on environmental issues, climate change, and all things science! Having homeschooled all three of her children from K-12, she understands firsthand the joys and challenges of homeschooling. She received a BS degree in environmental and forest biology with a focus on fisheries biology, and has pursued several professional development opportunities during her career. Contact: juliawest60@gmail.com

Lindsay Vanoli: Lindsay has been tutoring middle school through college-level mathematics since 2005, both in-person and virtually. She has a BA in Mathematics, an MS in Mathematics and Math Education, and holds grades 7-12 mathematics teaching certifications in Vermont and New Hampshire. She has experience teaching a range of math courses from Pre-Algebra through Calculus at both private and public high schools since 2013. Lindsay joined the Oak Meadow faculty in 2020 and enjoys working in a distance learning format with homeschool students to foster an appreciation for math and build confidence in their mathematical abilities. Contact: lindsay.vanoli@gmail.com

Nicole Williams: Nicole has been teaching high school biology, chemistry, middle school science and anatomy and physiology since 2008. Nicole has experience teaching and tutoring both in person and online. Nicole earned her Bachelor’s of Science in Cellular Biochemistry and her Master’s of Science in Teaching and is holds NYS teaching certifications in biology, chemistry, general science and students with disabilities-generalist. Contact: omnwilliams@boltoncsd.org or 518-812-5249

Rebecca Larkin:

Struggling with Homeschooling? Planning and Keeping Up? Organization or Motivation Challenges? Frustrated by Reading, Writing, and Research? Rebecca Larkin offers professional support for Adolescents and their Parents.

Rebecca is an Oak Meadow Humanities teacher, Executive Function and ADHD Advisor, Adjunct College Professor, Reading, Research & Writing Tutor, and Life Coach.

Rebecca is engaging and enthusiastic about establishing rapport with students and families. She teaches self-advocacy for learners and promotes positive parenting/family skills. Rebecca also coordinates partnerships with other schools and programs for Independent Oak Meadow families.

Rebecca is the parent of a college student and has 30 years of teaching and coaching experience in public, private, alternative, and homeschool settings. As an Independent Coach, Rebecca can be contacted directly at rdl@rdlcoaching.com or (802) 376-6124 for more information.

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Groza Learning Center

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Their award-winning (PreK-12th grade) programs provide tutoring for all subjects and all levels. In addition, they provide SAT/ACT test prep, reading/writing programs, academic management, executive functioning, foreign language tutoring (French, Spanish, Latin, Russian, Mandarin, and Japanese), and college essay support.

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