Sandy is a Certified Montessori teacher, having owned and operated the Garden Montessori School for 20 years in Cranberry.  She holds a BS in Psychology from LaRoche University, a PA Department of Education license, a Director's certification and an Early Childhood certification in Montessori Education. She thoroughly enjoys spending time with her 3 year old Granddaughter Claira.

“I am so excited to be included in such a purposeful and joyful community where I can use my Montessori and administrative experience as well as my creativity and love for children.”

Michelle, originally from Indiana, earned her degree in Elementary Education from Indiana State University. With over thirty years of childcare experience, she has taught both elementary and preschool students, bringing a wealth of knowledge and expertise to Beanstalk. Michelle is a proud mom to a daughter, a son, and a dachshund named Chloe. Outside of Beanstalk HQ, she enjoys visiting her daughter in North Carolina and watching her son play college baseball. She’s also an avid fan of the University of Kentucky!

“I love seeing new faces and meeting new friends every week. I’m excited to be using my elementary classroom experience.”

Paula is a student at Slippery Rock University and is studying Graphic Design and Professional Japanese. She has been studying the intricacies of coffee brewing for several years, and is excited to bring that expertise to our Beanstalk family. She values family more than anything and has lots of experience working with children. She is thrilled to be a part of the Beanstalk team, making day to day life easier and more enjoyable for local families!

Brandi Cox is a private educator with nine years of experience supporting young learners from preschool through early middle school. She began her career in Chicago and now brings her expertise and passion for child-centered learning to families across Pennsylvania.

Brandi studied Elementary Education and Dance Performance at Point Park University and earned her Master of Education specializing in Literacy and Dyslexia through the International Dyslexia Association–accredited program at the University of Central Arkansas. She is also a CERI Certified Dyslexia Interventionist.

Brandi is thrilled to partner with Beanstalk HQ to bring engaging, research-based educational programs to the community-combining literacy, creativity, and social-emotional learning in joyful, meaningful ways that help every child thrive! 

Hello! Since starting to facilitate groups for new moms in 2016 after working with children and families in a variety of mental and behavioral health settings, I found my calling. I created Empowering Moms in 2019 as a way to normalize the challenging transitions of motherhood and increase community support for new moms. With the founding of Connected Nest, I seek opportunities for increased parenting support. I love to make community connections and collaborations. THAT is what Connected Nest is working to leverage for greater impact for those entering and moving through parenthood. As a mom of a teen, tween and toddler, I know that the journey is always changing, and support is always needed. Connect with us to help support those in the community or to find support in the community.