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.
Molly Smith
Senior Director of Advancement
Molly holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Multi-disciplinary studies – Psychology and Rehabilitation. She joined the LLH staff in 2006 as a teaching Associate. After spending time in the classroom as an Associate, she moved into administration and served in multiple development roles. In 2011, she moved into her current role as Director of Development. She is passionate about connecting the community to our children and their families and serving our donors by helping them fulfill their heart’s desire to change lives.
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.”
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.”
Georgia Canady
Director of Development
Georgia holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Organizational and Corporate Communication. She joined the LLH staff in 2020 as the Director of Events. She has worked with children and families with neuromuscular diseases for the last five years by providing families with tools and resources. Georgia is honored to be a part of the LLH team while demonstrating the mission of LLH, which is to “glorifying God by improving the quality of life for children with special needs, their families, and the community.” Georgia is passionate about connecting the community to our children, their families, and our mission.
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.
Administrative Staff
Sharon Keenan
Receptionist
Tracy Goins
Executive Director Assistant and Board Liaison
Ann Chinworth
Global Impact Assistant
Lucas Alexander
Creative Manager
David Strickland
IT and Building Engineer Assistant
Shawna McClung
Waiting List Coordinator
Meg Einer
Volunteer Coordinator
Brianah Dodson
Database Manager
Jordan Merrill
Family Programs Manager
Sara Massey
Development Coordinator
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
Courtney Hollingsworth
Occupational Therapist
Jordan Miller
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
Kellie Morris
Green Class Associate Teacher
Kyla Beasley
Aqua Class Lead Teacher
Hannah Sluka
Aqua Class Associate Teacher
Michelle Morris
Blue Class Lead Teacher
Taylor Cobler
Blue Class Lead Teacher
Blair Brown
Early Childhood Learning Specialist
Madi Medders
Jade Class Lead Teacher
Devin Estrem
Elana Aguilar
Yellow Class Associate Teacher
Rebecca Woeppel
Aqua Class Associate Teacher
Lesley Scott
Pink Class Lead Teacher
Seth Allen
Orange Class Associate Teacher
Kaley Gartner
Pink Class Associate Teacher
Haley Taylor
Jade Class Associate Teacher
Nicole Fields
Madison Smith
Pink Class Associate Teacher
Jordan Hames
Heather Sluka
Purple Class Associate Teacher
Maddie Donohue
Purple Class Associate Teacher
Faith White
Nursery Teacher
Cheryl Chamberlain
SKIP Teacher
Lauren Sicka
Orange Class Lead Teacher
Nicole Nichols
Coral Class Associate Teacher
Emily VanDyk
Red Class Lead Teacher
Maddie Owens
Red Class Associate Teacher
Kellie Grasich
Red Class Associate Teacher
Gabby Finley
Blue Class Associate Teacher
Nicole Kennedy
Jade Class Associate Teacher
Shawn Schwirr
Coral Class Associate Teacher
Jessica Sullivan
Coral Class Associate Teacher
Mason Myers
Floating Associate Teacher
Debbie Ross
Floating Associate 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.