Department: Learning Solutions

Nadya has earned a Bachelors of Science in Psychology with a Minor in Anthropology from the University of Central Florida. During her studies, she worked as a research assistant, a teacher assistant for multiple college level courses, and as a volunteer at the Orlando Science Center, where she often taught and helped children of all ages learn new artistic skills. Since then, she has been a day school reading teacher for 2nd-6th grade children with ADHD and other unique learning differences, as well as a tutor for grades K-12. Nadya is passionate about the importance of literacy, and the worlds and opportunities it can open up for a person. She firmly believes that every child deserves an education that is tailored to their individual needs, so they can flourish in not only their academics, but also in their self-confidence.
In her free time, Nadya enjoys reading, watching movies, laughing with her friends and family, and walking her dog. 

Lauren has over 20 years of teaching experience in public schools across Maryland, Illinois, and Florida. She has her Masters Degree in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in reading education from the University of Maryland. Lauren recently obtained her National Board Certification in Early and Middle Childhood Literacy. Her passion definitely lies in teaching children to be successful readers and writers while simultaneously building a growth mindset and boosting their confidence. She looks forward to actively participating in your child’s reading development.

In her free time, Lauren enjoys connecting with nature through kayaking, hiking and shelling and shark tooth hunting at the beautiful Florida beaches. Most of all Lauren loves spending time with her family doing just about anything together.

Laurie has over 20 years of teaching experience in public and private schools. She earned a B.A. in Political Science from Furman University and an M.A. in Reading Education and Library Science from U.S.F. She is certified in multiple areas, including Reading (K-12), Elementary Education, and Media Specialist.  She has advanced training in clinical reading methods and is a member of the L.S. Tutoring team throughout the school year and during the summer intervention program.  In addition to tutoring, Laurie previously taught small intervention groups as needed and served as the TDS librarian.  In her free time, she enjoys spending time with me with her husband and traveling to Alabama to see her son, daughter-in-law, and grandchildren.  She also lives any time spent in the mountains or at the beach

Tracy is a dedicated educator whose 20 plus years of teaching experience have been in Illinois, Kentucky and Florida in both public and private schools.  She earned her BS in elementary education from Eastern Illinois University and has taught all subject areas in kindergarten through eighth grade.  Tracy has advanced training in reading instruction and clinical reading methods and has served as both a classroom teacher and Learning Solutions Tutor during her many years at Tampa Day School.

She has a passion for helping students grow both academically and socially and believes it is important to draw on their strengths and provide them the necessary tools to overcome challenges they encounter.  She enjoys bringing Fonzie (her beloved dog) to school and outside of school, loves spin classes, paddle boarding, and watching scary movies with her two girls.

Jeanie has 16 years experience working with children and young adults in youth groups, residential and therapeutic settings, and the public school system.  She has worked with children in foster care to assist them with transitioning to and from the home.  She has also assisted in conducting small reading groups in several public schools.

Jeanie has a Bachelor of Arts in psychology from the University of Oklahoma and a Master of Education in Community Counseling from the University of Central Oklahoma. Jeanie is passionate about making a difference in the lives of children to help them to strive to be their best.  In her free time, Jeanie enjoys spending time with family and friends, traveling, and attending her sons’ baseball games.

Kerith has over 15 years of teaching experience in public and private schools. She earned a B.S. in Elementary Education from the University of Tampa and has advanced training in research-based reading methods.  She shares her expertise in reading intervention as a member of the Learning Solutions Tutoring team throughout the school year and during the summer intervention program.  In her role at TDS, she has provided small group and one-on-one intervention.  She enjoys spending time with friends and family in her free time, reading, cooking, bicycling, and completing crossword puzzles.

Kelly earned a BA in Special Education from the University of South Florida College of Education. She has worked with students of all ages and varying exceptionalities. Kelly has experience teaching students in pre-school, ages 3-5, and adored working hand in hand with these little friends. Kelly has made it full circle back to the loving Tampa Day School community. She worked in the after-school program while in college and now joins the Learning Solutions team as a Reading Clinician.  She is passionate about working with children and having the opportunity to help students grow by strengthening their academic skills. Kelly loves to cook, travel, and spend quality time with her two sons, family, and friends.

Megan has taught in public schools for six years as a classroom teacher and reading specialist. She earned her B.S. in education at the University of South Florida St. Petersburg and continued her education through the National St. Louis University for Early Childhood Literacy. Megan has experience using research-based reading and writing strategies to meet individual student needs. She values building relationships and fostering an environment of success for every student. In her free time, Megan enjoys painting, playing piano, traveling, and spending time with her dog Gus.

Sheryl has over 18 years of teaching experience in public and private schools. She earned a B.A. in Elementary Education from the University of South Florida.  Sheryl has expertise in differentiated math instruction and clinical reading methods and in her role at TDS, has served as a classroom and small group instructor, reading and math interventionist, and teacher trainer for over 15 years.  She diligently works behind the scenes to support students, LS tutors and TDS faculty.  In her free time, she enjoys traveling and hopes to visit all of the European countries in the near future.