Welcome 
  New to the Nest 2023 -2024

 I am an Orlando native, through and through.  I graduated from Lake Howell High School and then went to the University of Central for my undergraduate and graduate degrees. For the past 8 years of my educational career, I worked at Winter Park High School. Over the years, I have taught 9th, 10th, and 12th grade ELA.  In regard to my life outside of school, my husband and I welcomed our first child into this world last year. We have a rottweiler named Brandy and she is our son’s best friend. I am excited to join the Audubon team and look forward to an exciting new chapter this year!

~Jessica

 I grew up in Tallahassee, met my wife at Florida State University. We have three sons and two cats. I have a degree in Chemistry with an interdisciplinary minor in math and physics. Before my teaching career I was an environmental chemist and musician. I've taught science at Glenridge MS for the past 17 years. On the weekends you can find me noodling around on my guitar. 

~Phil





Hello!

I am excited to be teaching VPK this year at APS. This is my 9th year teaching. I previously taught Pre-K, Kindergarten, and 4th grade at Park Maitland as well as 1st and 5th at the old Audubon Park Elementary School campus in Baldwin Park.  I graduated from the University of Florida and have my master's degree in Elementary Education from UCF. My husband, Chad and I have three children all at Audubon Park; my daughter Caroline will be in 5th grade, my son Chase will be in 3rd grade and my daughter, Annie will  be joining us in VPK.

~Brittany

My mission is to provide APS Elementary Students with the fundamentals of sports and fitness while giving them confidence not only in physical activities but also in life while building social skills and friendships.

Career Highlights include High School Track Record Holder, Summa Cum Laude UF Graduate, Program Financial Analyst, Orange County Firefighter holding multiple qualifications,  10^th Place Overall Female Ironman Finisher, and Mom. My favorite thing to do is spend time in Siesta Key with my husband Mike and two adventurous girls, Mia and Emma.

Check out APS’s Elementary PE Instagram page where you will find out about our new PE Outreach program, Game Ball Challenge, 5^th Grade PE Mentorship opportunity, APS Flying Falcons Run Club, Field Day, new grants, and more!

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~Heather





Hey Falcons, my name is Rachel Hernandez. I graduated from University High School and Southeastern University, where I played basketball all four years and received my Bachelor’s and Master’s in ESE. I am teaching Geometry and 6-8th grade Intensive Math this year. This is my 9th year of teaching. I spent my first eight years at Legacy Middle, teaching 6-8th grade math, including Algebra and Geometry, and coaching basketball. My husband and I have two beautiful children and a sweet, energetic Border Collie. The beach is our favorite spot. I am so excited to be joining the Third Floor and our wonderful Math Team! It’s going to be an amazing year! 

~Rachel

I am a local girl, 5th generation born and raised in Maitland Florida. I graduated from Winter Park High School and Florida Southern College where I received a bachelor's degree in Marketing. I worked at my family's company, Tip Top Roofing Co., Inc. for over 20 years. I became a substitute teacher in 2021 and joined OCPS as a Program Assistant in 2022. I have an adorable and spunky Boston Terrier named Bojangles. I am very excited to be joining  the ESE team and look forward to a wonderful year together. 

~Lisa




I am thrilled to be a Falcon this year! I am an Orlando native, attended all OCPS schools, and graduated from UCF with a bachelors degree in Exceptional Student Education. I am a double certified educator and before coming to teach at Audubon, I taught preschool and 1^st grade. APS holds a special place in my heart as both of my daughters, Audrey (4th grade) and Estelle (1st grade), attend this excellent school. When I have free time, I enjoy spending it with my husband and daughters, reading a good book, or traveling to a new place. Teaching is a true passion of mine and I’m so excited to be joining the second grade team this year. 

       ~Kelly





Hello, 
I will be the assistant teacher in your child's Pre-K class with Mrs. Carter. I have a degree in Elementary Education and was a Kindergarten Teacher many years ago, before having my 4 children. My husband, Scott and i have twin 11th graders, Brooke and Parker. I have two at Audubon - Jonas 8th grade and Katie 7th grade.
I love children and teaching. I am so excited to get the opportunity to work with your students alongside Mrs. Carter.

~Heidi