Meet Our Educators

At the heart of our initiative lies a team of dedicated educators, each bringing a wealth of experience and unbridled passion to our community schooling program. Our teachers are carefully chosen for their expertise and unwavering commitment to nurturing curiosity in every student. We believe education should be a joyous adventure, and our programs are designed to ignite that spark!

The Village Founder
Nature studies, science

Deann Clark

AS in Biology, AA in Liberal Arts
Life Lab Certified School Garden Educator
10 years of experience in Outdoor Child Education
5 years Homeschooling

Language Arts and Writing

Jackie Cederwall

Multiple Subject Teaching Credential
Educational Therapist
10 years of experience working with students with Dyslexia
4 years Homeschooling

Culinary Arts

Dr. Talia Ortega

Educator, culinary instructor, and founder of Social Skillet.
Doctorate in Educational Leadership and Organizational Innovation
Spent her career creating engaging, hands-on learning experiences for students of all ages

Craft of Game-Making
Seasons and Stories

Kacey Morgan

BFA in Graphic Design
5 years Homeschooling
2 years Free Forest School leader

Art and Mural

Carmynn Zhang

BA Fine Arts
Professional muralist for the city of Concord

Little Sprouts

Tara Magaddino

CA 6-12 Science teaching credential
2 years Homeschooling

hammer, books, law, dish, lawyer, paragraphs, regulation, court of justice, a book, §, code, law books, judge, order, rule, disposal, auction, law, law, law, law, law, lawyer, lawyer, lawyer

Civics and Speech

Carla Garrett

Law Degree, practiced law for 6 years
CA K-8 and Social Sciences credentials
Taught high school government and economics
Government and economics curriculum writer
Graduated her homeschooled children

Fitness and physical education
Fit Woman

Sarah Cole

NASM Certified Personal Trainer
ACE Certified Youth Fitness Specialist
TRX Certified
18 years leading local fitness classes
10 year homeschool veteran

Spanish

Marjorie Chavez

Tutor at Academy of Language and Music Arts
8 year homeschool veteran

Carpentry and Machines

Christopher Beasley

5+ years teaching Kids’ Carpentry
BA Landscape Architecture
Minor, Fine Arts

Enriching Experiences for Curious Minds

Every class we offer is an enriching experience, crafted to inspire a passion for knowledge in a serene and supportive environment. Our diverse curriculum is designed to cater to ages 5-14, providing tailored learning experiences that resonate with each child’s unique interests and learning style.

EXPLORE OUR CLASSES

Interested in Teaching at The Village?

Do you feel called to guide, nurture, and grow alongside children in a nature-rich, wonder-filled environment? We’re always eager to connect with educators who align with our values and vision.

Explore our teaching opportunities