Parker faculty and staff are a large part of what makes the Parker experience so special. We are pleased to introduce just a few of our new faculty and staff for the 2023 – 2024 school year. Welcome to Parker!
Chris Gram
Chris Gram currently holds the position of Associate Teacher in the Lower School. Chris earned her associate’s degree in Child Development from San Diego Mesa College. In her spare time, Christine enjoys playing with her grandchildren, walking on the beach, and playing board games.
Hannah LeBlanc
Hannah LeBlanc currently holds the position of Social Studies Teacher in the Middle and Upper School. Hannah earned her Ph.D. in History from Stanford University and her bachelor’s degree in Neuroscience and Gender & Sexuality Studies from Brown University. In her spare time, Hannah enjoys reading, practicing ceramics, and trying new things to eat in San Diego.
Dr. Elise Mabene
Dr. Elise Mabene currently holds the position of World Language Teacher in the Middle and Upper School. Elise earned her Ph.D. and master’s degree in Linguistics from the University of Geneva, post-graduate certificate in Education from the University of Hertfordshire, and bachelor’s degree in Bilingual Latters with Spanish option from the University of Yaounde. In her spare time, Elise enjoys reading research and books, comparing and contrasting the five languages she speaks, shopping, traveling, and spending time with family and friends.
Elizabeth Morales
Elizabeth Morales currently holds the position of Clinical Counselor in the Upper School. Elizabeth earned her master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health from Liberty University and her bachelor’s degree in Psychology from California State University, San Marcos. In her spare time, Elizabeth enjoys traveling with her husband, playing board games, art, and going to Disneyland.
Ryan Olson
Ryan Olson currently holds the position of Theater Teacher and Drama Club Director in the Middle and Upper School. Ryan earned his master’s degree in Playwriting from the Actors Studio Drama School and bachelor’s degree in Liberal Arts from Bard College at Simon’s Rock. In his spare time, Ryan enjoys biking, playing tennis, and riding roller coasters.
Devon Outcault
Devon Outcault currently holds the position of Grade 2 Teacher in the Lower School. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Human Development from California State University, San Marcos. In her spare time, Devon enjoys spending quality time with her family, taking her puppy to the beach, traveling, painting, and socializing.
Nick Rodriguez
Nick Rodriguez currently holds the position of Associate Teacher in the Lower School. Nick earned his bachelor’s degree in history from National University. In his spare time, Nick enjoys watching his favorite sports teams, playing video games and Yu-Gi-Oh, listening to music and watching films.
Joanne Sith
Joanne Sith currently holds the position of 6-12 Associate Director in the DEIB Department. Joanne earned her master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of San Diego and bachelor’s degree in American History from the University of California, San Diego. In her spare time, Joanne enjoys spending time with her four-year-old and trying her hand at Pinterest and DIY-friendly house projects.
Tobin Style
Tobin Style currently holds the position of Mathematics Teacher in the Middle and Upper School. Tobin earned his master’s degree in Secondary Mathematics Teaching from Boston College and his bachelor’s degree in Mathematics from The College of William and Mary. In his spare time, Tobin enjoys spending time with his family, trail running, engaging in outdoor sports, gardening, and cooking.