Lower School
Amy Rangel – Teacher
Degree(s): Bachelor of Arts in English from Baylor University, Master of Interdisciplinary Studies with focus on Child Development from Texas Tech University
Certificates/Awards: 5+ Years of Service at Vanguard
Why Vanguard? Amy was teaching a class at Brookhaven related to Children with Special Needs. The class needed a school to visit so she scheduled a tour. There was something magical about about Vanguard and she immediately wanted to be a part of it! She started working part-time the following school year.
Antaniece Johnson – Teacher
Degree(s): Bachelor’s degree in Special Education and Elementary Education from Arizona State University
Certificates/Awards: General Education Certification, English Immersion
Why Vanguard? Antaniece chose Vanguard because she believed in Vanguard’s mission. She believes in teaching the whole student whether its academic, social, emotional, or behavioral.
Devin Warren – Teacher
Degree(s): Bachelor’s degree in Social Work with a minor in Family Studies and Child Development from The University of North Texas
Certificates/Awards: 5 Years of Service at Vanguard
Why Vanguard? Devin chose Vanguard because she loves family. Vanguard is a family community that works to center the child’s success. All parts work together in hardship and joy.
LeighAnn Wolle – Teacher
Degree(s): Bachelor of Arts in Family Science and Master of Education in Instructional Practice and Special Education from Lipscomb University
Why Vanguard? LeighAnn chose Vanguard because it’s unique approach to education. The goal is so clearly to equip each child to live to their full potential, not just prepare them for a test and leave them there.
Martha Sharrock – Teacher Assistant
Degree(s): Currently pursuing Bachelors of Art in Elementary Education at Grand Canyon University
Certificates/Awards: Registered Behavior Technician, 5+ Years of Service at Vanguard
Why Vanguard? Martha choose Vanguard on the recommendation of Becky Hodnett for herself and her son. She loves watching kids learn and grow socially, emotionally, and academically.
Michele Guerrero – Teacher Assistant
Degree(s): Currently pursuing Associate of Arts Teaching degree in EC-6th at Dallas College
Why Vanguard? Michele chose Vanguard because of the safe and welcoming environment that the staff provides for everyone and the children that we teach.
Khaterra Dangerfield - Student Support Staff
Degree(s): Bachelor of Biology from Texas A&M University-Commerce and currently pursuing a Special Education (EC-12th Grade) certificate.
Certificates/Awards: Registered Behavior Technician
Why Vanguard? Khaterra chose to be at Vanguard because ofthe distinctive and customized approach for children with a range of needs. Choosing Vanguard will enable her to provide children with warmth, love, and care.