Our Faculty

	Principal Sheila Thomley is a veteran educator of grades 3-12, serving the State of Florida in both the Taylor and Hillsborough County School Districts. Her education includes: Florida State University - B.A. in Curriculum & Instruction, FAMU-M.Ed in Elementary Education, and Argosy University- Ed.S in Educational Leadership. She is presently pursuing a Doctorate Degree in Educational Leadership with Argosy University - Tampa. Mrs. Thomley is certified in the areas of Elementary Education, Exceptional Student Education K-12 and Educational Leadership K-12.
	Assistant Principal Pamala Leonard has been with Tampa Charter since 2003 and has experience educating students in grade 3-8. She relocated to Tampa in 2002 with her husband and is now the mother of two daughters. She has a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Miami and a Master's Degree in Educational Leadership from University of South Florida. Mrs. Leonard is currently the Assistant Principal, ESE Specialist, Gifted Program Coordinator, and ELL Program Coordinator. She is certified in Educational Leadership, Middle Grades Mathematics, Elementary Education, Gifted Education, and Exceptional Student Education.
	Sylvia Matthews has a Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education from Florida State University. She has taught grades 3-6 in the state in private schools, traditional public schools and charter schools. Mrs. Matthews is certified in all subjects for elementary grades 1-6 and in all subjects for the middle grades 6-9. Mrs. Matthews is certified for Elementary Education (Grades 1-6), all Middle Grades Subjects (5-9), Exceptional Student Education (ESE) and English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL). She is married and the mother of three sons.
	Bethany Kanach graduated from Central Connecticut State University with her Bachelors of Education. Mrs. Kanach is certified in Social Studies Education, Exceptional Student Education, Gifted, English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), Middle Grades Integrated Curriculum, Elementary Education, and Reading Endorsement. She spent 5 years teaching in a daycare/home school setting where she directed the elementary school program. Mrs. Kanach has been with Tampa Charter since 2006 and currently serves as the Yearbook Advisor. She is married to Mr. Kanach and is the mother of a beautiful daughter.
	Jennifer Collins graduated from the University of South Florida with a Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education. Ms. Collins has been with TCS for two years but previously taught third and fifth grade at Hillsborough County Public Schools. She is certified in the areas of Elementary Education, English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), Exceptional Student Education, and is in the process of completing her Gifted Endorsement.
	Charles Miller has a Bachelor of Science in Biology Education from St. Petersburg College. He is certified to teach Middle Grades Science. His most recent assignment before coming to TCS was teaching science at Admiral Farragut Academy in St. Petersburg. Mr. Miller has spent time teaching at the Boydhill Nature Preserve summer camp and has extensive field experience. In addition, Mr. Miller is an artist for the Florida Turtle Conservation Trust and Diamondback Terrapin Working group. Mr. Miller also applied his artistic talents to the school lobby and lunchroom.
	Allyson Thomley has a Bachelor of Science in Microbiology from the University of South Florida. She is certified to teach Elementary Education, Middle Grades Integrated Curriculum, and Pre K-3. Mrs. Thomley has experience teaching students in grades 3 through 5. In addition, she has spent time teaching science camp at the Florida Aquarium and working on a research and development project in the Microbiology field.
	John Kanach was born and raised on a dairy farm in New Jersey. After relocating to Florida in 1999, Mr. Kanach earned an Associate's Degree in Arts from St. Petersburg Junior College. He then transferred to the University of Tampa and received a Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education. He is married to Mrs. Kanach and they have a beautiful daughter. Mr. Kanach has been with TCS for two years but previously taught second grade and kindergarten at Hillsborough County Public Schools. He is certified in the areas of Elementary Education, English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), and Exceptional Student Education.
	Emmanuel Vincent is a graduate of Florida Atlantic University. Since 2001, he taught classes for students in grades 3-Young Adult, mentored at-risk students and worked in the capacity of a tutor for low-performing students. He is certified for Elementary K-6 and Middle Grades Mathematics.
	Nicole Bernor Bernor recently moved to Florida from Long Island, New York. She has taught English Language Arts for the past six years. Nicole earned her Bachelor's Degree in Secondary English Education from St. Joseph's College in Patchogue, NY. She also earned a Master's Degree from St. Joseph's College in Special Education with an Annotation in Severe Disabilities. Mrs. Bernor is certified in English (Grades 6 - 12), Exceptional Student Education (Grades K - 12) and also has the Severe or Profound Disabilities / Endorsement. Nicole resides in Tampa with her husband and 2 year old son.
	Alisa Saladino has been with Tampa Charter School since it opened in 2003. She is the lead Para-Professional and works with students in grades 3-8. Ms. Saladino is a longtime resident of Tampa and is the mother of three sons.
	Eva Tossas serves as a Para-Professional for Tampa Charter School. She works with students in grades 3-8 and is the mother of two sons.
	Danny Pineyro serves as a Para-Professional for Tampa Charter School.
	Sandy Santiero organizes and maintains the library at Tampa Charter.
	Norma Alonso Pages Smith recently joined Tampa Charter School in April 2012 as the school secretary. She has a degree in business and is fluent in both English and Spanish. Ms. Norma and her husband have two lovely daughters and two beautiful grandchildren.
	Kathrin Ramos serves as a substitute and Para-Professional. She speaks German and is the mother of two children.
	Mrs. Gunther serves as a Para-Professional for Tampa Charter School.
	Mrs. Cruz serves as a Para-Professional for Tampa Charter School.
	Mrs. Thomas serves as a Para-Professional for Tampa Charter School.

Ethics Training and Reporting - Reporting of Ethical Misconduct

Reporting of Ethical Misconduct is required by law and is our duty as professionals entrusted with the safety and welfare of students every day. Florida Statute section 39.203 and section 768.095 protect the person reporting ethical misconduct from reprisal by the individual reported or the employer if the report was made in good faith without malicious intent. Tampa Charter School requires that every employee report any issue that could currently or potentially impact the health, safety, or welfare of its students and school employees.

The process for reporting is as follows. Any incident that an employee believes is potentially harmful to a student or another employee should be immediately reported to their immediate supervisor, the Principal, or in the absence of those persons, to the Vice-President or President of Center Academy. Any employee who knowingly fails to report misconduct or abuse will be subject to discipline, up to and including termination.

In cases of suspected Physical Abuse, Sexual abuse or Neglect the employee should report those issues immediately to the 1-800-96Abuse hotline.

Notice: All employees will be required to complete ethics training on an annual basis as a condition of their employment with Tampa Charter School.