Meet the Founders of Grace Education Academy INC

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Hello there and God Bless

My name is Yahaira Fernandez and I am the PreK-4 teacher here at Grace Education Academy. I am so excited to be part of this amazing place. God is truly working here and you can see His mighty presence in the eyes of the students and in the hearts of the staff. The staff is so supportive here and they not only have welcomed me as a teacher but my children as well. This is a place like no other school that I know. This school accepts all students. We are a full inclusion school and we welcome every child no matter what. Teachers are supported  by administration and each classroom has a teacher assistant and a behaviorist !

I just want to thank God for all that He is providing for me, my children and this school.

Dr. Rivera-Tubbs received her educational doctorate degree from California Lutheran University, in Educational Leadership, K-12. Dr. Rivera-Tubbs holds three (3) Master’s degrees. Two of them are from California State University, Northridge. The first is in Special Education and the second is in Educational Administration. Her third Master’s degree is from Ohio Christian University in Pastoral Care and Counseling. Dr. Rivera-Tubbs has been in education for over 25 years. She has worked with children and adults. Dr. Rivera-Tubbs has worked in the areas of special education, moderate to severe disabilities, mild to moderate disabilities, autism, deaf and hard of hearing, English as a Second Language, Bilingual education, Math, Science, Reading, gifted, migrant education k-12, adult migrant education, preschool, daycare, GED, Computer education for adults (Microsoft word, power point, excel, email, etc). Dr. Rivera-Tubbs has been a Dean of Students, Director of Special Education and Intervention, Bilingual Dean of Students, Director of Inclusive Education, Principal of Summer School, and a Director of Little Angels Home Daycare Center. She has been the Director of the Faith Tabernacle of Peace, Educational Learning Center for over 20 years and she has run Children's church for more than 25 years. Dr. Rivera-Tubbs has dedicated her life to helping others to be the best that they can. She has worked with unwed teen moms; teaching them the importance of continued education and hard work is what will help you be successful.  She is passionate about teaching others to learn to do more so they can be more. It is her passion that keeps others wanting to be successful and to be all that they can. 

 Teaching has been my heart’s calling since I was 10 years old, when I first led a Sunday school class. That early spark grew into a deep passion for helping children learn, grow, and feel seen. I’ve also worked as an EMT on an ambulance and at a center for children with special needs—experiences that shaped my belief in the power of patience, compassion, and connection.

Now, as a mom of two and a teacher, I pour that same love and dedication into every child I have the joy of working with. 

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 Hello! My name is Macie Rodriguez. This will be my first year teaching at Grace Education Academy and I could not be more excited! I studied elementary education at the University of South Florida and it has always been a dream of mine to be a fourth-grade teacher! I am from Tampa Florida but we just recently moved to Brooksville. In addition to my education, I have been a nanny for 10 years and a health and wellness coach for 5 years! I am so excited to be starting my teaching career here at Grace Education Academy as I believe the standards and other staff are right up my alley. The opportunity to work at a school where all children are accepted is the most amazing thing I could have asked for. I have always had a passion for people with disabilities, a passion to teach children, and a passion for God so this is perfect! I am really looking forward to getting to know everyone and many memories! 

My name is Tiffany Middleton, and I am third year teacher at Grace Education Academy. I have been

happily married for 10 years with five children, three of which attend Grace Education Academy. Two of

my children have been diagnosed with different disabilities which has allowed me to learn more and

deviate from traditional teaching methods to some that are more effective and enjoyable for everyone.

Currently, I am attending Grand Canyon University to complete my degree in Childhood Education with

an emphasis in STEM. I am so excited to be teaching science this year to secondary students. My favorite

science subjects are Biology and Anatomy and Physiology. I absolutely love the life that God has created

and the study of it amazes me. Before becoming a teacher at Grace Education Academy, I was a long-

term substitute teacher at West Hernando Middle School. This changed my career choice from the

medical field to Education and I have been blessed since I made the change. I hope that I am able to

empower students to be the best that they can be as an individual and through Christ.

My name is Priscilla Hall. I am married with two beautiful daughters in college. We are a strong Christian family that centers our lives around the teachings of Christ and following the word of God. 

  I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Psychology/ Pre-Med from the University of Central Florida in 1998. I had dreams of becoming an MD in Pediatric Psychiatric Research.  I didn’t realize at the time that my dream would be costly. Upon this realization, I changed my field and went back to school for Perioperative Nursing at National University in Indianapolis, IN. I stayed in the medical field for many years working in ambulatory surgical centers and ophthalmic offices. After living in very cold Indiana for many years, I returned home to Florida with my family in tow. I took a job working for Lake County Schools as a long-term substitute teacher in a Special Needs Unit. I finally got to put my original degree to good use. I fell in love with teaching. I had the most amazing students! My contract with Lake County Schools ended. My family and I decided that we wanted a farm so we moved to Pasco County, where we have a small family farm. I signed a teaching contract with Pasco County to teach a self-contained special needs class at Hudson High School. I also returned to school (my alma mater) The University of Central Florida, earning my Master’s in Higher Needs Education with a focus on Learning Strategies and Curriculum design. I am currently in pursuit of my Doctorate in Higher Needs Education. I am also the Founder and Director of The Blue Bulb Foundation. BBF is a nonprofit organization that continues educational services through the summer months for special needs students that require a more rigorous educational schedule. I believe that all children should have every opportunity to succeed.  

 Due to my strong faith and fortified belief in teaching our future with a Christian sense, I left public education and decided to teach in the private sector. I am very blessed to have been offered a teaching position at Grace Education Academy. Having the freedom to teach a Christ-centered curriculum and being able to be open about my faith is truly a blessing in life.

Gracias Jesus Cristo

Bio and Picture coming soon

Bio and Picture coming soon

Bio and Picture coming soon

Bio and Picture coming soon