Gloria Jones Ellis, M.A.
Managing Partner
Online Services Coordinator
Gloria holds a bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Vassar College and a master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from the University of Hartford. She has spent years in classrooms, clinics, and special education settings working with students who struggle with learning. She also possesses extensive assessment training in the fields of education, psychology, and neuropsychology, and over two decades of experience and success with academic intervention.
Jamaica Thompson, M.S.
Managing Partner
Clinical Services Coordinator
Jamaica holds bachelors’ degrees in Biological Anthropology and World Religions from UCSD and a Master of Science in Educational Psychology from Capella University. She has a diverse background teaching children of all ages in a variety of settings and brings a wealth of experience to her work. She is passionate about working with students in the areas of reading comprehension, fluency and mechanics.
Kristen VanOrman, B.S.
Intervention Programs Instructor
Kristen holds a Bachelor of Science in Music Therapy from Utah State University. She possesses over seven years of experience working with student in schools and other therapeutic settings as a paraeducator and music teacher. Kristen has also worked as a social skills interventionist and music therapist using the DIR/ Floortime model. Kristen loves finding creative ways to engage her students, helping them to build confidence and achieve their best!
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Mayra Diaz, B.S.
Intervention Programs Instructor
Born and raised in Ventura County, Mayra has a deep love of the sciences! She holds a Bachelor of Science in Biology from California Polytechnic State University. Her teaching experience includes work as a naturalist at the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History as well as work as a restoration specialist with the Ojai Valley Land Conservancy. In these settings, she developed an appreciation for sharing her knowledge with the inquisitive minds of young people. She is excited to join the Lighthouse team and is looking forward to this new journey!
