Biologist. Educator. Mom.
Ms. Steffani is the Director and Lead Educator for Homeschooling in Nature. She’s an experienced field biologist, naturalist, researcher, and educator. Best of all - she LOVES connecting children with nature! Full of energy and enthusiasm, Ms. Steffani implements a child-centric, inquiry-driven learning approach that fosters curiosity, discovery, and nature stewardship. Kids under her wing develop positive environmental attitudes, great appreciation for nature, improve academic achievement, build self-confidence, and develop a sense of place.
She facilitates, Nature does the rest.
Credentials:
Associates in Life Sciences
Bachelors in Science, Zoology, & Conservation Biology
Masters in Inquiry-driven Education & Community-based Conservation
Bilingual (Spanish)
8+ Years of Outdoor Learning Experience
First Aid and CPR certified
Fully vaccinated (including COVID-19)
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