Meet The NSB Staff!
Founder & Director
Brandi Woodlee
A homeschool mom with a passion and a dream, Brandi has dedicated her life's work to supporting families as they seek to teach their children the Lord's way
Assistant to Director & Treasurer
Beverly Elliot
Beverly is a Homeschool/Public School mom. She has been a working part of the FAITH team for 6 years and supports Brandi in her passion for teaching the way of the Lord to our students.
Assistant Director | Teacher
Nicole Matute
Nicole was promoted to homeschool mom from public educator in 2017. She is thrilled to combine her passions of serving children for the Lord, education, history and language to serve FAITH's students. While her dual FL certification in secondary education, MS. Ed, and BA in English certainly help, it is her belief that every parent has the ability to be their child's best teacher that motivates her to serve FAITH's families.
Front Office Administrator
Karen Andriola
Hi everyone! My name is Karen Andriola, Mom of 2. Molly (15) is in 9th grade at New Smyrna Beach High School and Keith (8) is in 2nd grade and attends FAITH. My passion and calling is to serve the Lord through my abilities in ADministration. Whatever I'm called to do in whatever season in life I'm in, I'm ADDing to the ministry God has called me into. I'm a full-time, lifelong volunteer and thoroughly enjoy pouring into my kids, all kids and our community in every way I can. I visualize myself as being a jack of all trades, master to none, servant to Jesus. This year at FAITH I'll be here for all families as part of our ASK Committee and administrator. Please feel free to say hello, reach out, share your ideas.
K4
Danielle Vanscoy
A homeschool mom of 2 young children and a certified Early Childhood teacher, Danielle graduated from the University of Central Florida with a degree in Early Childhood Education and a minor in Exceptional Student Education. With 11 years experience, she holds a teaching certification for children 3 years old to 3rd grade and has a separate reading endorsement. She believes the hybrid homeschool model provides the best of both worlds and is so thankful that FAITH is able to offer this to the homeschool community!
K4/K5
Andraia Lee
Andraia's energy and passion for working with children shines forth in all that she does. With and BA in business administration and 13 years of early childhood teaching experience and developing and engaging summer camps through her Cheertastics program, Ms. Andraia's class is sure to instill an excitement for learning in your child!
Elementary | Reading
Ms. Amanda
Picture and bio coming soon!
Elementary
Melissa O'Bryan
Melissa is a homeschooling mom of two girls and feels very privileged to have the chance to work with your kids at FAITH Academy! She holds an associate's degree in Business Administration, but especially has always had a love for reading, writing, and math. She is honored to have the opportunity to instill a love for these important subjects in your children from a young age.
Elementary
Laurie Parker
Laurie is excited to start her 5th year of teaching at FAITH as a veteran homeschooling mom and nurse by trade. She is also a passionate advocate for pediatric cancer awareness, and avid online shopper. She is excited to pour both book knowledge and knowledge of the Lord into your children.
Elementary
Natalie Hernandez
Mrs. Natalie has dedicated the past 11 years to homeschooling her 3 children in Volusia, Broward, and Miami-Dade Counties utilizing various educational approaches, including co-ops, seminars, field trips, hands-on experiments, and touches of the traditional classroom experience. She holds a Bachelor’s of Fine Arts in Studio Art and Art History from Nova Southeastern University and loves encouraging student growth through exploration, experimentation, and freedom of expression. When she’s not teaching, Natalie enjoys fitness, oil painting, and spending time with family.
Elementary & Middle School
Lorena Perman
Lorena has served as a teacher at the FAITH for
6 years. She has homeschooled her 3 children, 2 of whom are now graduated. Originally from Costa Rica, she has a Bachelor's in Law from her country of origin.
She loves working with the children and has had the privilege to teach many subjects at different co-ops including Spanish, math, history, civics. Her focus is that in every subject, God will be honored. Christ’s name is present in discussions and her teaching always has a Christian perspective.
Technology
Steve Hernandez
picture and bio coming soon!
Elementary & Middle School
Sandy Hill
Through youth ministries like Good News Club and Sunday Bible Club, Ms. Sandy is always teaching. Her heart is in educating youth for God's glory. With her extensive background in management and taxes, she is excited to combine her true passion of working with youth with her knowledge and expertise.
Secondary Math
Rachel Ogadah
Rachel is excited to start her 13th year homeschooling, 5 of which have been with FAITH. Utilizing her degree in educational studies, she's been teaching and tutoring in a variety of settings since 2006. Her passion is to make math accessible and engaging for all learners through various teaching methods!
Middle School
Bethany Peacock
A Florida native, Bethany Peacock was homeschooled throughout her childhood. She is a mother of 3 sons and an entrepreneur. Having a love for learning has caused her to develop strengths in language, writing, art, the preforming arts, and in biblical studies. There are nearly twenty years experience under her belt of working with children from toddlers to teenagers, including those with special needs. It is considered by her a great joy and honor to help empower the next generation.
Secondary History
Elizabeth Sheavly
Elizabeth has homeschooled her daughters through most of their education and has a passion for homeschooling. Her oldest daughter is graduating with Honors from Daytona State College this year. Elizabeth earned a Bachelor's degree with Honors from the University of Texas and has studied in University in South America. She has a passion to serve young people for the Lord and help equip them for life beyond high school.
Secondary Science and PE
Nicole Kocsis
Check back soon for Ms. Nicole's bio!
Elementary
Lindsay Dickinson
Check back soon for Ms. Lindsay's bio!
Elementary
Laura Krause
Check back soon for Ms. Laura's bio!
Science, Math, Finance
Bill McLaughlin
After a 15 year trading career, Bill furthered his education at Trinity International University in Education, with a focus on middle school math. During this time, he helped plant a church helping with every aspect as well as managing the finances. Later, he became the SVP of Investor Relations with a semiconductor start up company raising several million dollars in seed capital as well as hiring and training employees. Bill has a heart for helping young people live debt free and joy filled lives by simplifying complex financial concepts from his years of personal and professional experience.
Friday Dance
Tiffany Bracket
Update in progress
Friday Electives
Tracy Kennedy
Hello families! My name is Tracy Kennedy and I will be teaching Volleyball and Art at FAITH this year! I received my bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education, with a minor in Art from Heidelberg University in Ohio. During my time studying at Heidelberg, I was able to play volleyball at the collegiate level which helped to develop my love for coaching. In the classroom, I have taught Kindergarten, Culinary, and Physical Education.
Friday Dance
Amber McLaughlin
Check back soon!
Friday Elective
Crystal Blankenship
Ms. Crystal is an elective teacher who is excited to be with the FAITH family as an educator. With a background as a registered nurse and extensive experience in adult education, she brings a unique perspective to her role. Over the past 2 years, she's also had the privilege of teaching a homeschool co-op group, which has further honed her skills as an instructor. She am passionate about public speaking, and takes great joy in empowering others to reach their goals.