Elle Stephens
Elle Stephens (they/them)
Third Grade Teacher
Elle is a passionate and dedicated educator with over 25 years of experience working with children. With a deep commitment to human development, Elle believes in meeting each child where they are and nurturing their unique strengths. Having homeschooled their own children and worked in private school classrooms in Vermont, they bring a wealth of experience to their teaching practice.
Currently pursuing their Waldorf teacher certification at The Sophia Institute, Elle has also studied at The Center for Anthroposophy, further deepening their understanding of the educational pedagogy. Their approach in the classroom is grounded in a holistic view of child development and a focus on fostering a supportive, creative, and thoughtful learning environment.
Outside the classroom, Elle enjoys spending time by the ocean and adventuring with their partner. Elle holds a certificate in herbalism, studying under Rosemary Gladstar. An artist and published writer, they spent several years writing a parenting column, sharing their insights and experiences with others.
Elle’s work and life are shaped by their passion for nurturing the whole child, their love of nature, and their dedication to lifelong learning.