At Paradise Earth Academy, we have created a joyful and holistic learning environment where students can study academics while also being supported in discovering their personal creativity, talents, and gifts.
In addition, we recognize the natural world as a remarkable source of learning and inspiration. Students at Paradise Earth Academy get to engage with nature every day through gardening, outdoor activities, earth sciences, and play.
Melissa Alexander received her Bachelors of Science in Education from Illinois State University in 2000. She received many educational leadership awards during her time as a classroom teacher and youth empowerment coach in Arizona. Melissa left the public school system in 2020 to support homeschooling families which led to the founding of Paradise Earth Academy. Her mission was to create a more balanced learning environment for students to experience academic structure with plenty of time for creativity and outdoor time in nature. Melissa is also a dedicated mother and host mom to high school exchange students. She works to assist students in their overall well-being; giving them the tools they need to lead healthy and happy lives.
My education/degree is actually in the dental field – as a dental hygienist. After having kids and being a stay-at-home mom for 6 years I was ready to start working again but also wanted to stay near to my kids. Our family has been with PEA since day one and I jumped at the chance to work at the school. I have always adored children and I feel like I am right where I am supposed to be.
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I love working at PEA because of the community that feels like family. I love meeting and getting to know like-minded families. I get to be right near my children, and it has been the biggest blessing for all of us.
Kadee is dedicated and compassionate educator who believes in creating meaningful learning experiences for every child. At Paradise Earth Academy, she teaches kindergarten and focuses on helping…
Meagan started her career as a phlebotomist, where she loved caring for patients and being part of the hospital environment. That passion for service eventually led her to education, earning her degree in Elementary…
Espi Lopez is a passionate and dedicated educator with a strong commitment to creating meaningful learning experiences for her students. She is detail oriented and has a love for organization which shows in her…
Michelle has an Associate’s degree in Liberal Arts from Mesa Community College and working on bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education with Western Governors University. She is a wife and mother of one daughter…
Rita is a holistic life coach who has been working with families and children for over 30 years to help bring balance and harmony to the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual body. Her techniques can include using the emotional…
Maggie is an entrepreneur with a passion for community building, wellness advocacy, and living as natural as possible. With a background in the medical field and experience as a caregiver, Maggie has always been dedicated to…
Michelle has an Associate’s degree in Liberal Arts from Mesa Community College and working on bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education with Western Governors University. She is a wife and mother of one daughter…
