Tutors & Staff

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Principal, Educational Therapist

Elementary Math, Reading, and Literature (2025-2026)

Math & Reading (2026-2027)

Gretchen is a homeschool mom of five exceptional children, most of  which have at least one learning difference including ADHD, Autism, High  Intelligence, Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, and Dyscalulia. She holds a BS in  Elementary Education from Towson University, and has taught in both PG  and Anne Arundel counties. She has worked as a classroom teacher, and a  mentor teacher for new teachers, but her favorite position was working  as a Math Resource Teacher. This provided her the opportunity to help  children who struggled in Math classes, like she had as a kid, so they  could learn the material while also building their confidence.  Gretchen's teaching style stems from her two favorite quotes; "All good  things are wild and free," and "If I can't learn how you teach, then teach how I learn." She joined LWG in the fall of 2023 while looking for  the best homeschool placement for two of her children that have Dyslexia. She began teaching there for only a few classes and is now a full convert!  

Assistant Principal

Hi, I’m Katie. I am blessed to be a wife to Ronnie and a mom to a spunky, creative little boy whose joyful personality brings constant joy and energy to our family. We began homeschooling in 2022, the same year the Lord led us to LWG. Seeing firsthand how deeply LWG supports families and students inspired me to step into a role where I could serve others in a meaningful way.

Although you might not  find me in the classroom, my work is focused on supporting the people who are. I spend much of my time behind the scenes helping systems run smoothly so tutors, students, and families can focus on learning and growth. Whether that means organizing resources, managing details, problem-solving, or improving processes, my goal is always to remove obstacles and provide support wherever it is needed.

I am motivated by service, collaboration, and the belief that thoughtful organization creates space for strong relationships and thriving community. If you stop by the office, you’ll likely find me working on ways—big or small—to better serve our families and strengthen the day-to-day experience at LWG. 

Preschool (2025-2026)

Hello! I am Tiffany Carr. A wife to my incredible husband, a proud mother of two and a follower of Jesus. My husband and I both serve our church, Antioch the Apostolic Church. I am excited to be here at Learning with Grace, it’s been a blessing for my family. I enjoy spending time with my family, going to the beach, traveling to different states and countries. My hope is to provide a fun environment with hands on learning experiences in the classroom. 

Curiosity Club (2026-2027)

Hi! I’m Claire! I’m a wife to Dennis and a mom of three awesome kids. We’re an active, sports-loving crew—my husband and I actually met playing soccer together, so you could say teamwork has been part of our story from the very beginning! As a lifelong Anne Arundel County resident, I love being part of this community. I spent many years working in the AACO School Age Child Care program, where I discovered just how much I enjoy encouraging, guiding, and having fun with kids. There’s nothing better than helping students grow in confidence and curiosity.

When I’m not at school, you’ll likely find our family enjoying Gods creation—hiking, biking, exploring nature, spending time with family and friends or building something new together. If you need something organized, a pillow-fort built, a thrifting partner, a teammate, someone to eat tacos with or just a listening ear- I’m your girl! I’m excited to join the Learning with Grace tutor team this year, as I’ve absolutely loved getting to know this community over the past few years since my kids began attending. Can’t wait to see where our fun and creative educational journeys will lead us!

Reading & Language Arts (2026-2027)

Hi, I’m Erin! I am a southern transplant, moving to Maryland from Georgia in 2016 and have been married to my wonderful husband, Jim, since 2018. We are members of Faith Community Church. 

I have a bachelor’s degree in elementary education, and my teaching experience includes teaching 3rd and 4th grades in a private Christian school, teaching English as a second language in China, as well as private tutoring. 

When I’m not at LWG, you may find me working as a school secretary for AACPS, walking my dog (Dolley), volunteering for Wellspring Life Ministry, cooking and baking, or adventuring to new towns with coffee shops and antique stores.

I have been an avid reader from the time I was young. There are few things I enjoy more than getting lost in the pages of a good book! It is a joy to share that love of literature with my students. As an educator, one of my favorite quotations about reading is “Reading should not be presented to children as a chore or duty. It should be offered as a gift.” —Kate DiCamillo  

Minnow Math and Starfish Math (2025-2026)

My name is Katie Kinch and I am a wife, a mother to four amazing children,  and a child of the King. Our family moved to Maryland four years ago, making this our 12th home! My husband, who retired from the military one year ago, and I loved Maryland so much that we decided to make Maryland our permanent home. My love for teaching began when the Lord called me to homeschool our eldest son, 12 years ago and we continued with our other children. I so enjoyed teaching and watching our children grow in  their love and curiosity for learning while fostering their little hearts to love our Lord. Over the years, I taught science, math, Bible and preschool across several tutorials. I strongly believe that the love and curiosity of learning is fostered at a young age. My desire as a teacher is to grow my students'  excitement for learning while building confidence in who God says  they are. In my classes, we have fun while we learn, incorporate lots of hands-on learning, inspire growth in our friendships, and pray with one  another. Psalms 127:3 says "Children are a gift from the Lord; they are  a reward from him" and I believe this strongly about my students - they are a gift! 

PE (2025-2026)

Filled with a deep passion for kids ministry, Olivia has been serving as a Sunday school teacher for about three years, assisting a variety of ages. Her younger brother was diagnosed with Autism and ADHD and it has been hard on her and her family, but she believes God has used it as preparation for them to help and support other families going through the same trials. Olivia has been home-schooled since first grade, currently enrolled at Anne Arundel Community College. She loves the opportunities that homeschool has to offer, and really understands the necessity of a Christian tutorial that encourages children to learn on their level and in their way. She is so glad to have the chance to show Jesus to these children and help them on their academic journey.  

Preschool and History (2025-2026)

History, Language Arts, Reading, Discovery Lab, Think Tank (2026-2027)

Hello! I’m Jessica Mills, a devoted wife and proud mother of two spirited boys who attend LWG. For the past five years, I have been on an incredible journey of homeschooling, fueled by a deep commitment to meeting the unique learning needs of my children. My Philosophy is simple: I firmly believe that children learn best through hands-on experiences and by engaging with the world around them. By intertwining daily life and play with our lessons, I strive to create an interactive learning environment that ignites curiosity and fosters a love for knowledge.  In my free time I love to read, plan National Park trips with my husband and kids, and love on our rescue pets 2 cats, 1 dog and our newest addition, a bearded dragon. 

Math and Science (2025-2026) (2026-2027)

I am a husband of nearly 38 years and father of 3 grown children.  I am a retired Army Officer and recently retired from Federal Service after a combined 37 years of service.  I’ve always been inquisitive and from an early age loved taking things apart and putting them back together.  This natural inquisitiveness led me to study Chemical Engineering during my undergraduate work and later Systems Management at the graduate level.  I truly enjoyed taking part in my children’s activities as they were growing up whether it was school work, sports, music or other events.  Through teaching your children at Learning with Grace, it is my hope that service to your family will be a source of encouragement and a catalyst for your child’s growth.

Cognitive Coaching & 

Coworking/Speech Team (2025-2026) (2026-2027)

Ginger retired from homeschooling her three daughters in 2020 after the youngest one graduated from high school. She's been working with homeschooled students with learning challenges since 2015, first as an NILD educational therapist and currently as a Feuerstein-trained cognitive coach. As part of her homeschooling career she was a public speaking coach for The Edge Speech and Debate Club which prepared students to compete in the National Christian Forensics and Communication Association. She and her husband, Scott, are active in their church, love hosting gatherings of all sizes, and enjoy brief periods of being empty nesters.

Big Kids STEM (2025-2026)

Hello! I’m excited to join the LWG family this coming school year! Let me introduce myself: First and foremost, I’m a grateful follower of Jesus Christ through Whom, “by grace [I] am saved through faith and not of [myself], it is the gift of God, not of works lest [I] boast.” (Ephesians 2:8-9). My husband Alan and I attend Severna Park Evangelical Presbyterian Church where we are both active members and

serving in various ministries. We have an adorable, but ornery, 2-year-old mini-Schnauzer puppy, CeCe (short for Cookies n’ Creme). My teaching experience since 1995 has mainly been

elementary music in both Christian schools and for Anne Arundel County. Having retired from AACPS, I’ve also been subbing for the county system on the side and have taught various elementary classes, including STEM/EEE. This experience quickly showed me that while Music and STEM may be different subjects, both are multi-sensory, multi-learning styles, group and individually creative, and FUN! I’m looking forward to this new experience with teaching, but most importantly, getting to know my students and seeing their God-given individuality and talents in action

with what we will do and create in class.

 Math (2025-2026) (2026-2027)

With an Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education, she brings both formal training and real-world experience to her teaching. A wife and mother of four, she homeschooled her three boys through middle school and is currently homeschooling her daughter with dyslexia, giving her valuable experience in differentiated instruction and learning support. She has a particular passion for teaching math and enjoys helping students develop confidence and problem-solving skills. Alongside her husband, she leads the children’s ministry at her church, reflecting her heart for nurturing and guiding young learners. Outside of teaching, she enjoys hiking, traveling, playing board games, and completing puzzles, all of which highlight her love of challenge, exploration, and lifelong learning.