Fall 2026 Mash-Op

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Hi! My name is Aly, and I’m so excited to be teaching a class for our younger learners! I’m a mom of three and a homeschool mom myself, so I understand how important it is for children to feel safe, supported, and excited to learn.

I currently work in the mental health field and am also studying psychology. I have experience working with children of different ages and abilities, and I’m passionate about creating an inclusive, patient, and welcoming environment where every child can participate and learn in their own way.

I believe young children learn best through hands-on activities, creativity, exploration, and—most importantly—having fun! I’m looking forward to getting to know your children and being part of their homeschool journey! 💛

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Whimsical: Little Minds, Big feelings: Building my own calming tool kit

I’m Miss Amanda! I’m a stay at home mom of three who loves to be creative and silly! I loved playing and hanging out with the littles during co-op!

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North Star: Story Time and Craft

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Pioneering: The Art of Math: Crochet Edition

I am a former Nanny and preschool teacher with 20 years of experience, but my passion for working with kids is as vibrant as the day I started. We started homeschooling because it is a gift to be able to do so and I’m so excited to meet the community that I have heard so many wonderful things about!

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Whimsical: Assembly Art

Danielle here… 6 years deep in homeschooling magic! I have helped graduate my two younger siblings. My oldest (17) is a national athlete and we have been balancing athletics, socialization, and intense academics (including two college courese- one being three weeks away at Syracuse University). My partner-in-crime and 7-year-old daughter is whirlwind of stories, crafts, and chaos. I’m also an Indepedent Education Consultant, run crazy craft classes through Well Played Enrichment, and run Bursting Barn- all about small space homesteading.

But back to co-op: I started Misfits in 2025 as a way to help families bring a little structure to their lives without rigorous rules and accessibility barriers. It has since grown to over 40 families in over 6 locations. Building this huge community has been such an adventure! But most importantly: it’s given me an opportunity to bring organized chaos to our students! I’m the Queen of Crazy and like to bring to life out-of-the-ordinary classes to students. Whether it’s being insanely messy or a little risky… I don’t shy away. I believe students should be equipped with the life skills to thrive and want to provide a safe space to explore them.

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Wayfaring: Automotive Workshop; Fire and Hides; Zombie Apocalypse Survival Guide; Line Dancing
Wandering: Escape Room; Croc Pit; Creative Chefs; Reel Stories
Pioneering: Blank Canvas; Hoops-A-Daisy; Passport Pursuit; Dissection lab
Whimsical: Robotics; Coding; Career Discovery Lab; Tie Dyed
Mystic: Prototyping; Cardboard Creations; Crafts and Snacks; History Realigned
North Star: Pocket Realms Workshop; Forgotten Skills: From Fiber to Finished Book; Inventors Studio; Time Travelers’ Table

Hi! I’ve been a teacher and school program director for the past 15 years, most recently as the Director of Entrepreneurship, Innovation, and Experiential Learning at a South Jersey high school. I’m certified in 7–12 ELA, but more than anything, I love creating classes where students can think out loud, ask big questions, and connect what they’re learning to real life.
I’m a new homeschool parent (our son, Kieran, is 8). I care deeply about partnering with families and creating learning spaces that feel thoughtful, engaging, and supportive to all learners.

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Wayfaring: Medieval Maxxing: Latin, History, and Crafts; Theater in Motion; Case Closed: Debate through Mysteries
North Star: Math through Architecture; Handmade Home: Mixed Media Makers; Short Story Book Club

Meet Gianna — a passionate young dancer who loves performing, creating choreography, and helping younger kids build confidence through dance! Gianna has experience in jazz, tap, ballet & competition dance and enjoys making classes fun, encouraging, and energetic. She’s excited to share her love for movement while creating a positive space where kids can learn, express themselves, and shine.

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Pioneering: Combo Dance Class

Hello, my name is Harriet! I am a retired daycare teacher, proud mama of three grown children, and proud grandmother of four grandchildren, one of whom is homeschooled. I am looking forward to being a part of Misfit Mashop and learning and growing together.

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Whimsical: Daycare Play Care

Hi! I’m Jenna a mom of four and I homeschool three of them. I have always loved writing and reading. I am blessed to share the love of reading with my kids and letting them explore their interests.

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Wandering: Ink & Imagination

I’m Kat- homeschool mom of 2, doula, lover of all things math, science, animal, and nature related! I taught 5th grade math before transitioning into homeschooling my own kids and hope to share my excitement and love for math!

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Pioneering: Ready, Set, Snack; Clay Creators; Fragile Flight Challenge; Stories + STEM
Whimsical: Ready, Set, Snack; Dino Discovery; Blueprint Balances; Life Cycles

Hi! I’m Kelly, a Christian homeschooling mom of five with a heart for helping the next generation grow in confidence, purpose, and direction. Over the years, I’ve spent a lot of time studying and teaching mindset, personal growth, and real-life skills – especially how our thoughts, habits, and decisions shape the direction of our lives. I’m passionate about helping teens build a strong foundation early, so they don’t just drift through life but instead learn how to think for themselves, make wise choices, and step into who they were created to be. My goal is to create a space where students feel comfortable, challenged, and encouraged while also gaining practical tools they can actually use in everyday life. Outside of teaching, I love spending time with my family, homeschooling, and finding ways to build a life that reflects our values and faith.

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Pioneering: Unstoppable: Confidence, Purpose & Real-Life Skills for Teens

Hi! I’m Kelly, a homeschooling mom to three boys with a passion for creating engaging, hands-on learning experiences. I love helping children learn through stories, creativity, nature, movement, and play in a welcoming environment where every child feels encouraged, included, and excited to explore. I’m looking forward to learning and growing alongside your families!

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Wandering: Pretend + Play; Kindness Club; Little Kicks Soccer; Retro Recess; Story Sprouts

Hi, I’m Lauryn! I am a longtime homeschooling mama of one amazing daughter. I am also a counselor, artist, yoga aficionado, crazy cat lady, foodie, surrealism nerd, and a lover of all things weird. I love having the opportunity to participate in co-op with so many awesome families.

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Whimsical: Weird NJ; Surreal Folklore

Hi! My name is Mary and I’m a mom to two awesome kids. My educational background is rooted in science and I love using hands on learning to show kids that no matter their age they can be scientists too just by being curious about the world around them!

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Whimsical: Edible Earth Science

I am a homeschool mom of 7 kids. 3 are adults, 2 have graduated college and one graduated high school. I have 4 kids still homeschooled that are ages 13, 10, 8 and 6. I love the freedom of homeschooling, socializing, teaching and learning with others. I also have a background in nursing and homeopathy. We live on the holistic side of things and like to learn and teach about real health, nutrition, herbs and love all things nature! I also enjoy gardening, reading and cooking. I like to volunteer my time to coordinating events and gatherings to unite the homeschool community and I do it all with the sole purpose of seeing the kids learn and create memories of fun and joy!

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Pioneering: Retro Recess; The Wellness Lab; Element Explorers; Confident Kids Connect

I am homeschool mom to 6 boys, homeschooled since kindergarten,  ages 10 to 16.  I run a homeschool co-op in Salem County,  Pioneering Kids of South Jersey.   I was a preschool teacher, curriculum director, and ran a family child care program among working in other educational settings.  I have a BA in elementary education.  We are out in nature as much as possible!!

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Pioneering: Stories + STEM; Little Explorers: Autumn Adventures; Sensory Sprouts; Jersey Journey
North Star: Autumn Art and Adventure; The Gathering; Jersey Journey

I’m a homeschooling soccer mom of 2 who loves to teach through fun, interactive methods. I believe kids learn best when the worksheets are put down and they’re able to use their hands, minds and bodies to learn.

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Whimsical: Soccer Class

First and foremost, I’m a proud dad to a 13 year old boy so I understand the importance of educating our children with valuable information that is going to help them succeed in life. A little bit about my background; I’m a Marine Corps veteran and former law enforcement officer so I have a strong passion for keeping our communities safe. I’m also a board certified Human Trafficking Investigator and volunteer my time as an Open-Source Intelligence Investigator identifying victims of human trafficking online. But when I’m not trying to save the world, I enjoy traveling it with my son.

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Pioneering: Gym Class; Internet Safety; Basic Financial Literacy
Whimsical: Gym Class; Internet Safety; Basic Financial Literacy
Mystic: Gym Class; Internet Safety; Basic Financial Literacy

I’m Rosie! I’m a mom of two wonderful kids. I enjoy reading, gardening, nature, indoor plants, crafting and cooking. I believe learning should be an enjoyable experience done in a manner that suits the needs of each individual learner. One of the things I love about homeschooling is being able to learn alongside my children in new and creative ways. I look forward to working with your children to deepen their love for learning.

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Pioneering: Spy Academy; Nature Explorers
Whimsical: Spy Academy; Nature Explorers

I’m a homeschooling mom of 3 with a background in Early Childhood Education. I love to do hands-on experiments and allowing children to explore their interests.

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Pioneering: Hands-On Science; Bug Science
Whimsical: Intro to Baking; Hands-On Science
Mystic: Bug Science

Hello Families,

I’m excited to meet you! I am a NJ State certified teacher in both PS-3 and K-12 Health and Physical Education, with a Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership and Instruction from TCNJ. I have 23 years of experience in the field of Education, with 15 of those years passionately serving the early childhood education community. Most recently, my professional roles included Regional Director of Education and Preschool Director for private preschools in the Philadelphia and South Jersey region.

I specialize in helping young children build strong foundations across all domains of learning, empowering them to become confident, capable learners. My play-based educational sessions nurture social-emotional readiness while fostering early literacy & math concepts, fine & gross motor development, and STEAM through engaging, hands-on, theme-based learning experiences. Every session offers a thoughtfully designed rhythm that balances active exploration, social connection, and creativity. Children transition naturally between teacher-guided experiences and child-led play, allowing learning to feel joyful, purposeful, and developmentally appropriate.

I look forward to partnering with your family during this exciting season of learning!

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Whimsical: Nature Detectives: Autumn Discoveries

Hi I’m Tess I’ve been homeschooling my 14 year old for 5 years. I love all things creative and making learning a party

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Whimsical: Drawing Basics