TEC Phoenix Academy Staff

TEC Phoenix Academy is headed by a Principal, who provides leadership, policy and operational direction. Professional staff members include licensed academic teachers who specialize in core subjects, licensed school social workers, clinical/behavioral specialists, instructional support staff and an administrative assistant.

An integrated team of skilled teachers, adjustment counselors and therapists assist students to develop a sense of self-awareness and effective personal decision making that will enable them to acquire the knowledge and skills needed to be successful in school, college and/or career. Licensed social workers provide ongoing counseling, clinical consulting, and case management. College and career counseling programs prepare students for success in school, college and career through goal development, interest assessment and internship opportunities within the community.

Meet Our Staff

Christine Behn
Christine Behn

Christine Behn - MS, CCC-SLP Speech Language Pathologist

Licenses/Qualifications: American Speech-Language and Hearing Association certified; MA licensed Speech-Language Pathologist; MA DESE licensed speech-language pathologist; Master of Science in Speech Language Pathology (University of Rhode Island); Bachelor of Science (University of Rhode Island)

Interests: Understanding the connection between communication and social/emotional/behavioral disorders, spending time with friends and family, traveling, reading, running

Andrew Bevilacqua
Andrew Bevilacqua

Andrew Bevilacqua - Culinary Arts

Licenses/Qualifications: Bachelor Degree, Vocational Educator License 8-12 , 20 years experience in the hospitality field, 15 years providing vocational training and instruction at The Education Cooperative
Interests: Everything FOOD, enjoy watching and playing sports, nature, outer space, world history, and also a love of dogs

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Julian Diaz - History Teacher

Subjects: US History 1 & 2, World History, Government
Licenses/Qualifications: History (5-12), Master of Social Science, Criminal Justice, Bachelor of Social Science, Sociology (Anna Maria College)

Skills/Interests
Mentor, QB/K Coach at St. Raphael Academy, Father to an American Bulldog (Oliver)
Diane Holloway Carnes
Diane Holloway-Carnes

Diane Holloway-Carnes - Teacher/Culinary Arts Aide

Subject: Cooking/Baking/Culinary Arts Program

License/Qualifications: Culinary, Hospitality.

Bachelor of Arts in Business Management/Accounting, Paralegal Certificate, Upper Cape Tech and Blue Hills Tech - Culinary/Baking Certification.  Notary Public

Interests: Baking and craft activities, sewing, reading

Vladimir Joseph
Vladimir Joseph

Vladimir Joseph - Physical Education / Teacher Assistant

Subjects: Physical education, Health, Nutrition
License / Qualifications: Associates Degree in Business (Massasoit CC); Bachelor of Arts in Sociology (UMass Boston); Masters Degree in Sports Management (Lasell University); Behavioral Specialist, BCBA experience.
Skills/interests: Coach: Professional Basketball (Mass Monarchs);  Outside linebacker: semi-pro football (Marshfield Hurricanes); player: basketball men's league; Pool shark; travel; Marvel/DC fan.

Pete Kahle
Pete Kahle

Pete Kahle, M.Ed. - History/Science/Special Education Teacher

Subjects: Biology I & II, STEM, Woodworking
Licenses/Qualifications: Middle School Humanities, Middle School Math/Science, Moderate Disabilities (K-8), Moderate Disabilities (5-12), Biology, Elementary Education, SEI Endorsement.
Bachelor of Arts in Theater (Binghamton University), Master of Education (Ashford University)
Skills/Interests: Author/publisher, reading, football, science fiction/horror films, travel, animals, world history

Paige Kenney College and Career Readiness Tec Coop MA
Paige Kenney

Paige Kenney, M.A. - College and Career Readiness

Subjects: College and Career Readiness
License / Qualifications: School Counseling, Professional, PreK-12; English 5-12, MASCA member B.A. English & Secondary Education (Saint Michael's College), M.A. School Counseling (Boston College), Youth Mental Health First Aid
Skills/interests: Leadership development, SEL, experiential learning, executive functioning skills, professional advocacy, skiing, working out, binge watching television, dad jokes
Susan LeMay
Susan LeMay

Susan LeMay, LMHC - School Adjustment Counselor

Licenses/Qualifications: Certified School Adjustment Counselor (K-12),  Licensed Mental Health Counselor.

Bachelor of Science in Human Services (Fitchburg State University), Master of Science in Counseling Psychology (Fitchburg State University)

Interests: Substance use prevention education and treatment. Exploring and sharing the health benefits of humor with others. Nature walks, hikes, geocaching, leisure sports, traveling

Siobhan Lennon
Siobhan Lennon

Siobhan Lennon, M.Ed - Special Education Teacher

Subjects: Wilson Reading, Special Education

Licenses/Qualifications: Moderate Disabilities (PreK-8, 5-12), Wilson Dyslexia Practitioner, Wilson Reading System Level 1 Certification.

Bachelor of Arts, English Major (University of Massachusetts, Boston), Master of Education (Eastern Nazarene)

Skills/Interests: Spending time with my family, camping, reading, travel, history, listening to podcasts

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Susannah Mazer - Adjustment Counselor

Licenses and Qualifications: Licensed School Adjustment Counselor (Initial, K-12)

Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and Philosophy (University of Massachusetts, Amherst)

Master of Arts Mental Health Counseling and School and Community Counseling (Lesley University) 

Interests: Running, humor, podcasts, friends and family, dogs and cats

Karen Morgan
Karen Morgan

Karen Morgan, Ed.D - Teacher Specialist

Subjects: Math Algebra 1 & 2, Geometry, Pre-Calculus, OSHA, Credit Recovery: U.S.History, Science, English
License / Qualifications: Math, Social Sciences, School Administration, School Counselor (grades 5-12).
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education/Political Science Antioch College, OH;  Masters of Education-School Counseling Univ. of Louisville, KY; Doctor of Education- Educational Leadership Univ. of California. Berkeley, CA.
Skills/interests: Professional ski Instructor Alpine (downhill), dance, painting, hiking, boating, golf, global travel to sacred sites, education research school improvement, mysteries, bird watching.

Sean Nugent
Sean Nugent

Sean Nugent, MS Ed - Assistant to the Principal

License / Qualifications: MA DESE licensed Principal/Assistant Principal (K-12), Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (University of New England), Master of Science in Education - Educational Leadership (University of New England). Professional Certified Trainer in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention for both Schools and Families- Cornell University, Certified Safety-Care Trainer- Quality Behavioral Solutions, Inc.

Interests: High School Lacrosse Coach, Patriots Season Ticket Holder, Music Enthusiast.

Amy Sulkala
Amy Sulkala

Amy Sulkala, LICSW - School Adjustment Counselor

Licenses/Qualifications:  MA Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker; DESE School Social Worker/School Adjustment Counselor, All Levels, Professional.

Master of Social Work from Boston University; Bachelor of Science from UMASS Amherst. I have been employed by The Education Cooperative as a School Adjustment Counselor since 2004.  I’m passionate about helping students explore their interests and abilities through service learning in the community.  

Interests: Community service, animal rescue/care, reading, making creative/crafty gifts, nature walks/hikes, skiing, dancing & cooking

Julie Vadala
Julie Vadala

Julie Vadala - English Language Arts (ELA)

Licenses/Qualifications: Bachelor Degree in English, 8 years experience teaching 7-12 ELA
Interests: Hiking with my dog, exploring New England, traveling to see family in NY and NH, spending time with family

Madelyn Ricketts
Madelyn Ricketts

Madelyn Ricketts - Administrative Assistant

Skills: Supports managers and staff through a variety of tasks related to organization and communication.
Interests: Outdoor activities, travel

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