Our Staff
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Molly Smith
Executive Director
Molly Smith has served the Little Light House through various roles and departments since 2005. After receiving her B.S. in Multidisciplinary Studies from the University of Oklahoma, she started her career at the Little Light House and fell in love with the children and their families. Molly believes that the Little Light House is only possible because of the strong community that surrounds it. As the Director of Development and then Senior Director of Advancement, Molly has helped the Little Light House grow to where it is today by creating strategic fundraising plans, growing and nurturing constituents, and praying for provision daily. As Executive Director, she plans to come alongside the staff and community to serve our special students according to the mission every day. She believes that if we put our faith in God and serve our families with excellence, that He will provide every time. Molly is mom to two energetic boys, a novelist, and loves to spend time with her family outdoors. You can always find her with a cup of coffee and a friend, and she hopes that next time that friend is you.
Leadership Team
Linda Steed
Senior Director of National and Global Advancement
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.
Georgia Canady
Senior Director of Development and Events
Georgia completed her Bachelor of Arts 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 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 was 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.
Brittany Gartner
Senior Director of Children and Family Services
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.
Michelle Talbot
Senior Director of Operations
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.
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.
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.
Katie Vinyard
Director of Finance
Katie Vinyard completed her Master’s in Business Administration from Cornell University, graduating in the top 10% of her class. She also holds a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics from the University of Tulsa, specializing in theoretical mathematics. Her professional experience includes work in finance and supply chain at JPMorgan Chase & Co. and Hilti, Inc.. 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.”
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
Mindy Mason
FLC Receptionist/Family Programs Coordinator
Molly Willis
Children Services Coordinator
Macy Basquez
Waitlist & Enrollment Coordinator
Cassidy Corbine
Database Coordinator
Kenna McCully
HR Manager
Lindsay Canady
HR Coordinator
Sara Emery
Volunteer Engagement Manager
Meg Einer
Volunteer Assistant
David Birky
IT Systems Administrator
David Strickland
Facilities Manager
Calvin Strope
IT Technician
Gracie Smith
Social Worker
Ann Chinworth
National and Global Advancement Coordinator
Tracy Goins
Executive Director Assistant and Board Liaison
Hannah Jimenez
National and Global Advancement Teacher & Academy Writer
Julie Wilson
Academy Developer & Trainer
Emma Blystone
Creative Coordinator
Alexis Oakes
Events Coordinator
Taryn Ferrel
Development Manager
Shelby Cinanant
Grant Writer
Therapy Team
Chris Staub
Lead Nurse
Paula Brice
Nurse Associate
Jamey Fox
Physical Therapist
Nikki Cutright
Physical Therapist
Alyx Calvert
Physical Therapist
Brooklyn Smith
Occupational Therapist
Jordan Allison
Occupational Therapist
Breann Carver
Occupational Therapist
Clarey Sharum
Speech-Language Pathologist
Riley Horton
Speech-Language Pathologist
Lindsey Kehr
Speech-Language Pathologist
Lynda Crouch
Vision and Assistive Technology Coordinator
Christina Craig
Therapy Associate
Kaiser
Therapy Dog
Educational Services
Kyla Beasley
Aqua Class Lead Teacher
Becky Woeppel
Aqua Class Associate Teacher
Jordan Eberle
Aqua Class Associate Teacher
Taylor Pruitt
Blue Class Lead Teacher
Emily Casella
Blue Class Associate Teacher
Madison Donohue
Blue Class Associate Teacher
Lesley Scott
Coral Class Lead Teacher
Shawn Schwier
Coral Class Associate Teacher
Jalyn Halpine
Coral Class Associate Teacher
Kristen Neary
Green Class Lead Teacher
Susi Cochran
Green Class Associate Teacher
Beth Watson
Green Class Associate Teacher
Michelle Morris
Jade Class Lead Teacher
Gabby Finley
Jade Class Associate Teacher
Heather Sluka
Jade Class Associate Teacher
Lauren Sicka
Orange Class Lead Teacher
Madison Smith
Orange Class Associate Teacher
Hannah Sluka
Orange Class Associate Teacher
Kellie Keim
Pink Class Lead Teacher
Kirk Shaffer
Pink Class Associate Teacher
Hannah Ball
Pink Class Associate Teacher
Madi Fielder
Purple Class Lead Teacher
Amairanie Baltazar
Purple Class Associate Teacher
Emily Gibson
Red Class Lead Teacher
Tatum Everett
Red Class Associate Teacher
Wendy Kise
Red Class Associate Teacher
Devin Estrem
Tina Morris
Floating Associate Teacher
Dillon Smith
Yellow Class Associate Teacher
Stephanie Decoster
Floating Associate Teacher
Haley Patton
Floating Associate Teacher
Cheyanne Peterson
Early Childhood Learning Specialist
Kaley Gartner
Early Childhood Learning Specialist
Megan Fleishacker
Early Intervention Associate Teacher
Mindy Cash
Connected Learning Manager
Cheryl Chamberlain
SKIP & SKIPPERS Coordinator
Faith White
SKIPPERS Associate Teacher
Marsha Fritz
SKIPPERS Associate Teacher
Anne Freel
SKIP Lead Teacher
LaShondia Horn
SKIP Associate Teacher
Marilyn Gonzalez
SKIP Associate Teacher
We strive to bring out the best in you.
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.
