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Who is Jean?

A creative, compassionate and experienced educator offering personalized services as a tutor, academic coach and mindful outdoor guide for individuals and groups of all ages.

Degrees & Certifications

  • Oberlin College, B.A.
  • Lesley University, M.Ed.
  • Harvard University, Citation: Religion & Education
  • Earned Japan Memorial Fulbright Teacher scholarship
  • Mindful Schools Fundamentals
  • Kripalu School of Mindful Outdoor Leadership, Level 1
  • Kripalu School of Mindful Outdoor Leadership, Level 2
  • Kripalu School of Yoga, Certified Yoga Teacher (200 Hours)
  • Wilderness First Responder
  • Certified Lifeguard
  • Sheltered English Immersion Certificate
  • Teacher of English as Foreign Language

Additional Experience

  • 20+ years in elementary and secondary education in the US and abroad.
  • 30+ years as an actively performing musician, providing an ear for listening and a commitment to collaboration
  • 20+ years as a meditation/mindfulness practitioner and group leader to youth and adults
  • Outdoor faculty at Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health
  • Board Member with Friends of the Blue Hills
  • Mindful Outdoor Hike leader at Mt. Greylock Reservation
  • Mentor with Elevate Youth

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