Meet the THLC Team

Amie Gamache

I am Amie Gamache and I teach the DK and Kindergarten students. I also teach an upper elementary STEM elective at Legacy Hybrid. I have over 27 years of full-time teaching experience, 9 years in Flint Community Schools, and 18 years at local private schools.  I also occasionally teach Early Childhood majors as an adjunct faculty member at Rochester University. I have a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education from Michigan State and a Master’s Degree in Early Childhood from Oakland University.

I left full time teaching in the Spring of 2021 and enrolled my youngest daughter in the Oxford Primary Hybrid for 5th grade.  We had a wonderful and restful year and I fell in love with the hybrid homeschool model.  I was delighted to see Legacy Hybrid Primary open up in Rochester this year and join this amazing team.

My husband Todd and I have lived in Lake Orion for 30 years and we have 3 daughters.  Jhenna will graduate from Michigan Tech as an electrical engineer this spring.  Tia is a first year junior at Oakland University studying Accounting and Marketing. My youngest daughter Elle is completing her 6th grade year at Dragonfly Secondary Hybrid in Oxford and she enjoys fencing and art.

Ellen Sullivan

I’m Mrs. Ellen Sullivan. I’ve taught at Oxford Hybrid Primary since it opened in 2018, and at Legacy Hybrid since it opened in 2022 (mainly teaching 1st and 2nd grade language arts, math and social studies during those years).

The majority of my teaching experience is in kindergarten through 2nd grade, but I do have some experience in upper elementary as well. I love to use hands-on games and activities as much as possible! Before coming to the hybrid program, I taught in multiple Michigan school districts since 2001, and still maintain my elementary teaching certification. I also enjoy participating in curriculum work and tutoring as well when I’m not teaching at the hybrid schools.

I graduated from Michigan State University for both my bachelor’s and master’s degrees in education, and consider myself to be a lifelong learner, always looking to improve my teaching. I absolutely love being a part of the hybrid homeschool programs!

While away from school, I enjoy spending time with my husband, family, friends, dog, cat, reading and traveling.

Janel Deaver

I am Janel Deaver, and my family has been a part of the Hybrid Primary Program since 2019. I currently work as the Site Supervisor at two of our locations, and I have taught  ELA, Math, and Social Studies here. Before coming to Hybrid, I also worked as a reading tutor, ESL teacher, and reading and math intervention paraprofessional. I have also been homeschooling since 2006. 

After graduating with my Bachelor’s degree in English & Math, I worked both in public and private school settings. I found that the homeschool co-ops and hybrid learning groups were a better fit for our children’s education. I have 3 children enrolled with Hybrid and one that is graduating from college with their Mechanical Engineering degree this year. 

Rachel Bailey

My name is Rachel Bailey and I am a mother of 3 great kids and have been married for 25 years. We live in Goodrich, MI. When I am not teaching, I enjoy outdoor activities, and reading.

I graduated from Bay Mills with a Degree in Elementary Education. I’ve spent the last 8 years in education. I started with Headstart and GSRP in Tuscola County and now Oxford Hybrid Primary.  I am very involved in working with children and adults with special needs. I love helping children in Language Arts and seeing them grow throughout the year!

Heidi Couch

Hello, my name is Heidi Couch. I am a Kindergarten teacher at Oxford Hybrid Primary (OHP). I have been with OHP four years; my first year was spent teaching the 3rd and 4th grade split class and I have enjoyed being in the Kindergarten classroom the past three years. I hold a bachelor’s degree from Old Dominion University. 

My career in education began over 30 years ago while working at the United Cerebral Palsy Center’s Preschool program. Since then, my journey through the education world has led me to work with elementary age children in various capacities including substitute teaching (long and short term) for over seven years while raising our three children.  During those years, I longed for my own classroom and the ability to form relationships with my students as well as their families. OHP has offered me that opportunity and I have cherished every moment of my time here. The flexibility our program offers both parents and children is wonderful. I love being a part of children’s early learning years, watching them explore how to learn and make friends is such a joy.

I have been married to my wonderful husband, Bryan for 30 years. As I stated, we have three fabulous adult children. Jared, who lives in Florida with our beautiful daughter-in-law Kara. Leah, is a student at Oakland University’s School of Nursing, and Elliana our youngest who is an education major at Spring Arbor University. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with our family, reading, serving in our church, exercising, singing, and being in the great outdoors. I truly enjoy working with children and am passionate about being a positive role model and influence for the next generation. 

Colleen Marsh

My name is Colleen Marsh and I teach our Developmental Kindergarten (DK)students. I started at Oxford Hybrid four years ago as an assistant teacher to Ms. Jen in Kindergarten. This is my third year teaching Developmental Kindergarten. I absolutely love our program and working with the little kiddos! We have a wonderful and tight-knit community of families, students and instructors.

I have a BA in English and History from Loyola University in Baltimore. I worked as a project manager in direct mail marketing before moving to Michigan over 20 years ago! After being home with my three daughters, I began to work as a substitute teacher in Oxford Community Schools and also worked teaching elective classes in writing, history and literature for several  of our OVA partnerships .

John and I have been married for 27 years! He works for Kumon Math and Reading, so he  has a passion for education too. My oldest daughter ,Kate (23) , graduated from Grand Valley University and was accepted into the Teach for America program. She is in her third year teaching third grade in Detroit and will be completing her Masters in Education from University of Michigan this spring. Caroline (19) attends Western Michigan University and is studying special education. She just started working for the Student Disability Center and has been mentoring a few special needs adults and loves it! Julia(18), my baby :), graduates from OVA this spring. She has overcome many challenges and will graduate with a  high school diploma- we are very proud of her. She wants to work with preschool kiddos!

In my spare time, I love to read, walk, bike, work on house projects and of course travel. I feel blessed to live in the wonderful  and beautiful community of Oxford and to be an instructor for Oxford Hybrid.

Bailey Olsen

My name is Bailey Olsen and I love to teach! My love for teaching started at a young age as I was the oldest of 7 children and was always helping my mom with the kids.  I ended up earning a Bachelor Degree in Elementary Education. 

I have taught Kindergarten through fourth grade in Elementary school and I even spent some time teaching preschool to be closer with my own children.  I currently teach Second and Third Grades at Oxford Hybrid Primary and I absolutely love it!

In addition to teaching, I coach gymnastics at Energy Zone and am a proud wife and mother of two children.  My goal as a teacher is to make sure every student LOVES to LEARN.

Hollee Keel

I’m Hollee Keel. In June of 2020, I retired from 30 years of teaching in Oak Park, Michigan. I taught grades 1-5, primarily first grade for the last 10 years. In the fall of 2020, I started teaching at Oxford Hybrid Primary School as I was not quite ready to “fully” retire.

I have taught 3 rd grade science, reading, math and social studies, developmental kindergarten and kindergarten science, first grade reading and fourth grade reading. It is an absolute pleasure working with smaller groups of students after teaching with 25-30 students in a class! I live in Metamora, Michigan with my husband and three dogs. My daughter is married and lives in Lapeer, Michigan with her family. During my free days, I help my 92 year -old mother by grocery shopping, doing laundry, driving to doctor appointments and playing cards. She is a  retired elementary teacher as well and inspired me to follow in her footsteps. She still gives me pointers.

I love to work in my perennial gardens, camp “glamp” with my husband, and sing with the worship team at Lakepoint Community church. My husband and I are currently in the process of building a new house in Metamora with some extra property for our dogs to run. Retirement is turning out to be very busy and satisfying!

Megan Kinsler

My name is Megan Kinsler. I assist at Oxford Hybrid Primary in multiple classrooms: AAR 2, Saxon Math 3, 3rd grade Social Studies and Science. I love helping our kiddos learn! Prior to taking a position at OHP, I worked for 8 years in Human Resources at Genesee Intermediate School District. I’ve been married to my husband Anthony for 12 years. We have two girls, Angela and Gabriella, who are enrolled in OHP. My favorite things to do (other then spending time with family) are singing and playing the piano at church. I also love riding my bike, playing volleyball, football and golf. I can’t get enough of that fresh Michigan air!

Andrea Angier

I am Andrea Angier, and I have been an assistant at Oxford Primary Hybrid for four years. I have been married to my wonderful husband, Clayton for 16 years. We have 5 children and live in White Lake. I enjoy cooking, reading and playing card games with my family.  This is my eleventh year homeschooling with Oxford Virtual Academy. Ava(15), Aleister (15), and Ainsley (13) attend Dragonfly Secondary Hybrid.  Annika (9) and Aliza (7) attend Oxford Primary Hybrid. After homeschooling online for so many years, we love the hybrid program.

Cristan Weir

I am Cristan Weir and I teach Social Studies to upper elementary students at Oxford Hybrid Primary. I am an Oxford Community Schools Alumni, born & raised in Leonard, Michigan. I graduated with my Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education from Oakland University.

I spent many years working at the Oxford Public Library and have a love for all books. During my library career, I especially enjoyed working with the public of all ages; from storytime with children to outreach delivery for homebound seniors.

My family and I live in rural northeast Oxford. We enjoy all things nature and wildlife. Experiencing new adventures is always at the forefront of our family time. My happiest places always include water, as in the beach! 

My boys, Kameron age 11 & Mason age 10 are my pride & joy! We began our homeschool journey together at the start of the pandemic and enjoy the variety and flexibility of Homeschooling! I can’t forget to mention my son’s Madagascar Hissing Cockroach as well as their furry feline sister Meow-Meow. She is our sassy princess who rules our home. We aspire to have more pets join us one day on our 10 acres of land!

Alaithia Morell

Hi, my name is Alaithia Morell! I teach Language Arts and Math for 3rd and 4th grade primarily. I was homeschooled from kindergarten through 12th grade, after which I earned a Bachelor’s degree in English Writing and Political Science.

Through the various homeschool programs I participated in, I did a lot of tutoring, student teaching, and working with kids. Because of my background in homeschooling, I have a lot of personal experience with different curriculums and learning styles. I’m always available to answer any questions you may have, so never hesitate to reach out!

My current interests and hobbies include playing video games, watching anime, creative writing, baking, and crocheting little sweaters for my puppy, Yuki.

Jennifer Jamieson Novak

Hello. My name is Jennifer Jamieson Novak, or simply, Ms. Jen. I live in Rochester Hills with my husband Dave, daughter Jada and two cats, Margo  May and Clover Jane. I grew up in Michigan and love this beautiful state.  I enjoy all things glitter, nature and “up north”.

I started my Hybrid career in Oxford, in  2019 teaching KIndergarten. I then moved on to all things Science! With the opening of Legacy Hybrid in Rochester in 2022, I have had the exciting adventure of adding teaching Social Studies and an Art elective. My favorite place to be is on a beach at sunset, no matter the weather.

Misty Martin

My name is Misty Martin and I am the Co-Director of The Hybrid Learning Co. My family began our journey with Hybrid in 2019 when my children became students at Oxford Hybrid Primary.

In 2022, I joined the team as Co-Director with the addition of Legacy Hybrid, our Rochester location. I have a passion for the Hybrid Homeschool model and I am so excited to be a part of this amazing team. I live in Ortonville with my family. I love to garden, travel and spend time with my family and friends. 

Libia Dudzinski

Hola! My name is Libia Dudzinski, a.k.a Miss Libi. I am an Assistant Teacher at Oxford Hybrid since 2020 and a Paraprofessional at Legacy Hybrid since 2022. I am also the ZOOM Story Time lady for grades K-2nd and I will start teaching Spanish as an elective at Oxford Hybrid in the Fall.

I obtained an Associate Degree in Special Education in my country of origin, Venezuela. Since I arrived in the U.S.A I have been involved in different volunteering jobs in organizations such as MOPS, Great Start, and the Pregnancy Center of Lapeer.

When I am not working, I homeschool my two teenagers, listen to music with my husband and play with my dog, Finley.

Jodi Waters

My name is Jodi Waters, and I’m an assistant teacher at Oxford Hybrid Primary.  I live in Oxford on a beautiful 5 acres with my husband and four children. We have one cat named Jericho and 8 chickens that provide us with many eggs. I have been homeschooling for 12 years. I absolutely love it. It gives us a chance to do all the extra things. We love to be outdoors gardening, biking, kayaking, hiking, camping, etc. I am in my third year with Oxford Hybrid, and I can’t wait for the new year to begin.

Amy McKahan

I am Amy McKahan and I am a classroom assistant at Oxford Hybrid Primary. This is my second year assisting at this site. I primarily assist in the kindergarten classroom as well as one 5th grade math class. I have two children who are in the 3rd and 5th grades; this is their third year attending OHP and my third year homeschooling them. I have degrees in Psychology and Social Work and have been a stay at home mother since 2012 when my oldest was born.