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Our Team

Benhaven Academy’s richest resource is the competencies, knowledge and experiences of the professional staff.

  • Linda Grimm, Director:  Certified Elementary Education Teacher, Certified Special Education Teacher and Administrator, PhD in Leadership; more than 35 years’ experience in the field.

 

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  • Christa Jachym, Clinical Coordinator:  Certified Special Education Teacher and Administrator.  A Board Certified and Licensed Behavior Analyst; more than 25 years supporting students in home and school settings. 
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Melissa Soybel, Student Service Facilitator & Family Liaison:  Degree in Marketing with a background in advocacy; more than 15 years of experience. She skillfully blends her skills in communication and relationship-building to support both prospective families and school staff

 

 

CERTIFIED SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHERS:

CERTIFIED SUBJECT AREA TEACHERS:

SUPPORT STAFF:

  • Jaida Hart:  Certified, Licensed Speech & Language Pathologist
  • Erin Fox:  School Social Worker 
  • Chris Abildgaard:  Contracted School Psychologist
  • OT/PT are contracted as determined appropriate for a student
  • Well-trained, dedicated instructional assistants

ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF:

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