Our Staff
Meet the Team
Anne McCoy
Occupational Therapist since 2008
Anne is the Executive Director of the Little Light House, a Christian developmental center providing services to children with special needs birth to age six. Anne attended Oral Roberts University for her general studies and received her Bachelor of Science degree in Occupational Therapy from Colorado State University. She has provided pediatric occupational therapy in several settings in the Tulsa Area, including owning and managing her own occupational therapy company for ten years before coming on staff to LLH in 2008. Anne is a woman of faith; she has taught in several Christian settings. She has served in ministry-related positions for years and also served on the Jenks Public School Board for a decade.
Leadership Team
Linda Steed
Senior Director of National and Global Impact
Linda received a B.S. degree and certification in Physical Therapy from the University of Oklahoma in 1974. She has been a licensed Physical Therapist since 1974 and at Little Light House since 1996. Linda was inspired to pursue a PT career by her father, a polio survivor who faced many challenges and lived a successful life. Working with children with special needs in an orphanage in China in 1995 and a trip to Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan in 1996, where she worked with children with special needs and their families, motivated Linda to serve the students at LLH as a member of the transdisciplinary team and delivering physical therapy services. She was also a foundational leader in developing the LLH’s Global Impact program. She has led 18 trips to teach about working with children with special needs in 6 countries outside of the U.S.
Lauren Gebhard
Senior Director of Children and Family Services
Lauren Gebhard completed her Bachelor of Science degree from Oklahoma State University in Communication Sciences and Disorders. Following that, she attended the University of Tulsa, where she earned her Master’s in Speech-Language Pathology in 2013. Ever since, Lauren has served as a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) at Little Light House. Lauren specializes in augmentative communication (AAC) and is a LAMP Certified Professional. She has training in the Sequential Oral Sensory (SOS) Approach to Feeding and has a passion for helping problem feeders learn and grow in their personal and professional lives. Lauren adores the students at LLH and also has a huge heart for the families and mission of LLH, “glorifying God by improving the quality of life for children with special needs, their families, and the community.”
Georgia Canady
Senior Director of Development
Georgia completed her Bachelor of Arts degree in Organizational and Corporate Communication from Oral Roberts University. She was born and raised in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and is thankful to have been raised in a city where giving is a primary focus. She joined the Little Light House staff in 2020 and has served as the Director of Events and Director of Development during her time here. Georgia has been in the non-profit world for over eight years. Before serving as Senior Director of Development, she served as the Executive Director for the Muscular Dystrophy Association of Oklahoma and Arkansas. Georgia is honored to be a part of the Little Light House team. She is passionate about demonstrating the mission of Little Light House, which is to “glorify God by improving the quality of life for children with special needs, their families, and the community.” Georgia’s goal is to represent Little Light House students in our community while connecting our donors to the mission of Little Light House.
Katie Vinyard
Director of Finance & HR
Katie Vinyard completed her Master’s in Business Administration from Cornell University where she graduated in the top 10% of her class. She also holds a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics from the University of Tulsa with a specialization in theoretical mathematics. Her professional experience includes work at JPMorgan Chase & Co. and Hilti, Inc. in both finance and supply chain. Katie is originally from Tulsa, OK and became connected with Little Light House as a volunteer in high school and college. She believes all humans are inherently valuable and is passionate about Little Light House’s mission of “glorifying God by improving the quality of life for children with special needs, their families, and the community.”
Brittany Gartner
Director of Therapy
Brittany completed her Doctorate of Physical Therapy in 2013 from Arkansas State University. Before joining Little Light House, Brittany gained incredible experience in the outpatient pediatric setting where she received special training in orthotic management, seating and equipment! She served Little Light House as a Physical Therapist for 5 years before transitioning into the Director of Therapy role. Brittany has a love and passion for children with special needs and for parent education. She believes all children deserve to be celebrated and that all parents deserve to be confident, empowered caregivers. She loved her time as a classroom therapist and is excited about following the Lord’s call to move into this leadership role to serve our students and families in a new role.
Jodi Howe
Director of Family Learning Center
Jodi Howe graduated from Rhodes College with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Spanish and then received a Master’s of Science in Occupational Therapy from the University of North Carolina in 2014. Prior to Little Light House she worked as an occupational therapist in pediatric outpatient clinics and home health settings. She then worked for five years as an occupational therapist in the developmental center at Little Light House. Her focus and training include sensory processing, positive behavioral supports, and using children’s passions and interests to fuel their visual and fine motor development. In 2021 she followed the Lord’s call to the position of Director of Family Learning Center and is humbled and excited to continue to serve families and students at the Little Light House from this role.
Kimberly Kite
Director of Volunteer/College & Career & Jr Board
Kimberly Kite received a degree in journalism with emphasizes in PR and advertising from The University of Oklahoma, and a master’s degree in Education from Oral Roberts University. As the Director of Volunteers, College and Career, she uses all of skills she has developed to help connect people to the perfect volunteer experience at the LLH. As a sibling of a LLH graduate, she is passionate about the program and is excited about being able to serve the children and families of LLH in this capacity.
Michelle Talbot
Director of HR & Finance Support
Michelle received a Bachelor of Social Science from Northeastern State University. She has worked for large manufacturing companies for most of her corporate career, starting with General Motors for 12 years and most recently, Nonni’s Foods for 9 years. While her background includes leadership roles and responsibilities in the Supply Chain and Operational areas, she is most passionate about the opportunities she has had to lead and develop people and teams. Michelle believes that strong team members are a company’s number one asset and should be developed and nurtured. Michelle is so happy to be here at the Little Light House serving the Human Resource & Finance functions. She believes that all children are special and inherently valuable and supporting them through the work here at the Little Light House is such a special opportunity.
LeaAndrea Otto
Director of Education
LeaAndrea graduated from Texas A&M with a Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Development. She began her education career by teaching Kindergarten and received a Master’s in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Texas. LeaAndrea continued to teach Kindergarten while serving as the team leader and developed several leadership skills during this time. She was involved on the district curriculum team and contributed to the development of initiatives to integrate curriculum in schools. She has a passion for helping teachers and working alongside them to create positive, inviting classrooms where all learners have the opportunity to experience growth and success within their school year. She feels called to work at Little Light House and encourages classrooms to be as enjoyable, inventive, and individual as God was when he created each of us.
Kenna McCully
Director of Events
Kenna holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Hotel and Hospitality Management. She joined the Little Light House in October of 2021 as the Director of Events. She has worked in the non-profit sector for four years and Human Resources for the last three years. Kenna is thrilled to work with our community by showcasing how incredible our students are. Kenna is empowered by our students reaching their milestones every day and hopes to change the paradigm of children with Special Needs.
Lucas Alexander
Creative Director
Lucas joined the Little Light House team in July of 2020. The Lord led Lucas from being a professional musician and educator, with a Masters of Music, to help transform Little Light House’s public appearance. He has worked with many non-profits providing marketing consulting, photography/videography, branding, and more. Lucas is excited to help spread special needs awareness and help Little Light House become an internationally recognized authority.
Administrative Staff
Sharon Keenan
Receptionist
Tracy Goins
Executive Director Assistant and Board Liaison
Ann Chinworth
Outreach Coordinator
David Strickland
IT and Building Engineer Assistant
Shawna McClung
Enrollment Coordinator
Meg Einer
Volunteer Assistant
Jordan Merrill
Family Network Manager
Rachel Ellis
Grant Writer & Foundation Manager
Sara Emery
Development Coordinator
David Birky
IT Systems Administrator
Emma Blystone
Creative Coordinator
Dash Spaulding
Creative Assistant/Graphic Designer
Julie Wilson
NGI Academy Developer & Trainer
Macy Basquez
Children & Family Services Assistant
Elysa Griggs
Events Assistant
Emily Talbot
Finance/HR Coordinator
Peggy Johnson
FLC Receptionist
Cassidy Corbine
Database Manager
Therapy Team
Chris Staub
Nurse
Paula Brice
Health Associate
Jamey Fox
Physical Therapist
Nikki Oakes
Physical Therapist
Alyx Calvert
Physical Therapist
Brooklyn Smith
Occupational Therapist
Jordan Miller
Occupational Therapist
Breann Carver
Occupational Therapist
Lynda Crouch
Assistive Technology Coordinator
Clarey Sharum
Speech Language Pathologist
Riley Horton
Speech Language Pathologist
Lindsey Kehr
Speech Language Pathologist
Educational Services
Molly Willis
Children Services Coordinator
Mindy Cash
Connected Learning Manager
Kristen Neary
Green Class Lead Teacher
Kyla Beasley
Aqua Class Lead Teacher
Hannah Sluka
Aqua Class Associate Teacher
Rebecca Woeppel
Aqua Class Associate Teacher
Michelle Morris
Jade Class Lead Teacher
Susi Cochran
Green Class Associate Teacher
Gabby Finley
Jade Class Associate Teacher
Madi Fielder
Purple Class Lead Teacher
Haley Taylor
Coral Class Associate Teacher
Devin Estrem
Lauren Sicka
Orange Class Lead Teacher
Elana Aguilar
Yellow Class Associate Teacher
Heather Sluka
Purple Class Associate Teacher
Maddie Donohue
Purple Class Associate Teacher
Faith White
SKIPPERS Associate Teacher
Cheryl Chamberlain
SKIP & SKIPPERS Coordinator
Shawn Schwier
Blue Class Associate Teacher
Emily VanDyk
Red Class Lead Teacher
Kellie Grasich
Pink Class Lead Teacher
Hannah Bell
Pink Class Associate Teacher
Lesley Scott
Coral Class Lead Teacher
Megan Fleishacker
Blue Class Associate Teacher
Madison Smith
Pink Class Associate Teacher
Taylor Cobler
Early Childhood Learning Specialist
Blair Brown
Early Childhood Learning Specialist
Marsha Fritz
SKIPPERS Associate Teacher
LaShondia Horn
SKIP Associate Teacher
Tina Morris
Jade Class Associate Teacher
Wendy Kise
Red Class Associate Teacher
Sarah Disney
Green Class Associate Teacher
Jordan Eberle
Floating Associate Teacher
Emily Casella
Coral Class Associate Teacher
Dillon Smith
Yellow Class Associate Teacher
Kaley Gardner
Red Class Associate Teacher
Daniel Casella
Floating Associate Teacher
Taylor Pruitt
Blue Class Lead Teacher
Alaina Pekary
Pink Class Associate Teacher
Marilyn Gonzalez
SKIP Associate Teacher
Jenny Connell
SKIP Lead Teacher
We strive to bring out the best in you.
The Little Light House is committed to hiring individuals who are committed Christians dedicated to glorifying God in their individual life through utilizing their gifts, talents, and expertise to further His kingdom.