impact learning center

The Impact Learning Center is based on the belief that every child has individual strengths and weaknesses. We all learn in different ways. Our goal at Impact Learning Center is to help students recognize how they learn. Students who understand how they learn, can play to their strengths by using techniques and tools that enable them to succeed!

Evelyn MacLean

Evelyn MacLean is a long-time advocate of children and a licensed teacher in the State of Oregon. Evelyn has been working with children for 18 years. As a teacher who has worked in the public schools, she understands the need to tailor learning opportunities to best fit each child. She is an accomplished artist and crafts person. She has used many mediums both in her professional art, but also as an educator to reach children and encourage their expression and creativity.

Evelyn has a BA in Psychology from Sacramento State, a Teaching certification from University of Maine, an ESL endorsement from Portland State University, and has a Masters in Education, Curriculum and Instruction from Portland State University.

Eileen Anderson

Eileen is an Oregon Certified Elementary Teacher. With 12 years of experience having worked both here in Oregon, and in Thailand, she brings with her a unique set of skills. She has been a private tutor to students here in Sandy for the past couple of years. Her specialties are in working with kids within elementary grades. Eileen also adds to our artistic offerings. She has taught art classes through middle school and is quite artistically inclined.

Charlie Jones

Charlie holds a Masters in International Management and speaks fluent Mandarin Chinese. She has been a longtime resident of Sandy and her daughter attends Oregon Trail Primary Academy. Charlie has a talent for upper level math and a love of science. She has been volunteering at OTPA and running their after school science program. Charlie has been tutoring students privately for eight years.

Annatova Neches

Annatova Neches is a young singer/songwriter recently relocated from Oklahoma to pursue music and art in the free thinking state of Oregon. With classical training in piano, guitar, and voice, Annatova has been teaching all ages and all levels for almost two years now. With a strong background in psychology, Annatova implements teaching methods from various disciplines formatted specifically for each student. To inspire dedication and passion in her students, Annatova strives to create an intellectual and emotional connection with the material that she presents.

Taryn Ackelson

Taryn is currently a college student finishing her degree in elementary education and writing at Eastern Oregon University. She has been working with youth of all ages for more than eight years. Ready for any challenge, her experience with summer camps, running an after-school program, and as the news editor of Lane Community College’s student-run newspaper have provided Taryn with a tool box of tricks to help your student with their educational obstacles. Her focus is on empowering youth and helping students work hard to achieve success.

Lance Erickson

Lance has been involved with the Start Making a Reader Program since 2001. Lance holds a degree in law and is currently working towards his Master’s in Teaching. He has been involved with tutoring students through the Urban League of Portland and worked with students in the Oregon’s School’s Activities Association. Lance has a love of history of reading. With a passion and zest for learning and inspiring children to learn, he encourages children to strive for excellence in their academics.

Note: Ms. MacLean and Mrs. Anderson are licensed by the State of Oregon and are Certified Elementary School Teachers. Ms. Maclean, Mrs. Anderson are CPR certified and Red Cross licensed.