Archives: Staff

Hello, my name is Kaylee Nash, and I am the 1^st grade teacher at North Metro Flex Academy. I graduated from Winona State University with a degree in Elementary Education K-6. I have always had a passion for helping children learn and I am so excited to teach and learn along side the students this year. During my free time I enjoy being outdoors going to the lakes, taking hikes and going on walks with my bulldog Russell.

Hi!  I am a Special Education Paraprofessional at NMFA!  I graduated from South Dakota State University with a B.A. in Global Studies.  I graduated from Minnesota State University with a M.A. in TESL.  I enjoy working at the school and helping the kids grow and learn!  Aside from working at school, I enjoy reading and creating art!!!

Kyle Johnson graduated from Saint Cloud State University with a degree in Social Studies Education in 2014. After graduating, he spent several years teaching English and social studies in Bangkok, Thailand. While living overseas Kyle was able to travel to countries such as China, Japan, and Vietnam and learned much about the history and culture of Asia. Besides travel, he enjoys reading, watching movies, spending times with friends, biking, and hiking.

Hello, my name is Jennie.  I received a BA in Psychology/Elementary Ed from Bethel College and added Early Childhood/Special Ed licensure from the U of M.  It is my pleasure to welcome everyone who comes through the door and greet people on the phone during my day. I really enjoy working at NMFA and being a positive influence on all that I meet and greet. In my free time, I enjoy going to movies and plays (especially the ones my niece shines in) and spending time with family and friends.

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Hello. My name is Caesare Engstrom. I am the physical education and health teacher here at North Metro Flex Academy. My whole life has been centered around being active as an athlete myself, being a coach, a gym teacher and individually as I continue to strive to live a healthy lifestyle as much as I can. My passion to teach physical education and health stems from a desire to share my knowledge, experiences, and encouragement for our youth today. Being physically active, on any level, has so many positive benefits to our bodies both mentally and physically, that I hope my support and encouragement can help our youth realize the benefits too. Aside from being a teacher, my family and I enjoy frequenting our cabins in the summertime, playing hockey in the wintertime and much more outdoor fun and entertainment in between.

Hello, my name is Chris Cowan and I am the middle school math para, specializing in math intervention. I’ve been working with students from Kindergarten through adults for over twenty years, but my favorite grades are junior high. My goal is always to help people understand math in ways that take away the stress and negative feelings commonly associated with the subject. I enjoy reading, art, movies, and video games.