Meet Us
At the core of Walden's teaching methodology is a deep commitment to the mission and philosophy of the school. The faculty, staff, and administration of Walden work together to ensure that these values are implemented and honored throughout all aspects of the school in its daily function.
We invite you to learn more about our community members and the work that they do, and explore the characteristics of professional excellence that guide our work together.
- Leadership Team
- Lead Teachers
- Specialty Teachers
- Associate Teachers
- Student Support Services
- Administration
- Village Teachers
Leadership Team
Ludia Chae-Zerrudo
Director of Annual Giving and Alumni Relations
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Billy Christian
Director of Admissions
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Kelli Dawn Holsopple
Director of Curriculum
Birthe Landerer
Director of Communications
Kevin Sullivan
Director of Finance
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Terra Toscano
Head of School
Nellie Yoshimura
Director of Operations
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Lead Teachers
Joe Braxton
K/1 Lead Teacher
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Janet Chae
2/3 Lead Teacher
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Grace Park Cubas
4/5 Lead Teacher
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Nathalie Griffiths
K/1 Lead Teacher
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Wendy Ha
Pre-K Lead Teacher
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Ella Moran
6th Grade Lead Teacher
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Sydni Myrick-Causey
4/5 Lead Teacher
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Janice Orense
1/2 Lead Teacher
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Tina Riddle
Pre-K Director/Lead Teacher
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Janet Thometz
2/3 Lead Teacher
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Sophie Winik
K/1 Lead Teacher
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Specialty Teachers
Marinés Adrianza
Spanish Teacher
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Ben Boquist
Art Teacher
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Monica Dolan
Science and Outdoor Education Teacher
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Carolyn Hancock
Librarian and Technology Teacher
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Dr. Alejandro Lazo
Music Teacher and Music Director
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Paolo Marino
Wonderlab Associate and K-6 Village Teacher
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Whitney Matsuno
Village Director and P.E. Teacher
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Daphne Trager
Pre-K to 3rd Grade Dance Teacher
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Associate Teachers
Yolanda Bouffard
K/1 Associate Teacher
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Samantha Crotty
Remote Quarantine Teacher
Corye Frame
Pre-K Associate Teacher
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Jordan Frazier
6th Grade Associate Teacher
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Melanie Gillespie
4/5 Associate Teacher
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Sophia Hamilton
K/1 Associate Teacher
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Stephanie McGowan
1/2 Associate Teacher
Micaela Padilla De Feria
Pre-K Associate Teacher
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Daniel Ramirez
4/5 Associate Teacher
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Lily Round
2/3 Associate Teacher
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Elizabeth Zeleke
1/2 Associate Teacher
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Student Support Services
Administration
Christine Donley
Communications and Events Associate
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Lauren Frankel
Human Resources Consultant
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Danica Hamilton
Program Administrator and Matriculation Specialist
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Hariani Laksana
Controller
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Giovanny Luna
Security Officer
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Val Martinez
Facilities Manager
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Frank Rosamond
Front Office Manager
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Village Teachers
Emily Buttner
K-6 Village Teacher
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Michelle Cohen
Pre-K Village Teacher
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Saba Farwell
K-6 Village Teacher
Paolo Marino
K-6 Village Teacher and Wonderlab Associate
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Whitney Matsuno
Village Director and P.E. Teacher