new staff

Welcome to the 2024-25 school year at Chagrin Falls Schools! We are thrilled to introduce our newest team members who will be joining our educational community. These talented individuals bring fresh perspectives, diverse experiences, and a shared commitment to excellence in education. As we continue our tradition of providing outstanding learning opportunities for our students, please join us in welcoming these educators and staff members to the Chagrin Falls family. Below, you'll find a list of our new hires across all schools and departments.

DISTRICT
Gregg Dickson, Bus Driver
Corey Hoynacke, Principal of Instruction, Central Office
Kathy Mack, Gifted Instruction Specialist, Central Office

GURNEY ELEMENTARY

Larissa Balachick, Third-Grade Teacher
Stephanie Casper, Intervention Specialist
Paelyn Benz, Preschool Specialized Student Support Aide
Rachel Jackman, Kindergarten Teacher
Samantha Koller, Substitute Teacher
Andrea Barch, Aide
Katie Chapman, Specialized Student Support Aide
Shelby Goldstein, Educational Aide
Kali (Kaylee) Waddell, Building Aide
Hallie Wagner, Specialized Student Support Aide
Leia Bromfield, Educational Aide
Kendyl Switzer, Specialized Student Support Aide

INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL

Megan Campbell, Fourth-Grade Math, Science, Social Studies Teacher
Lisa Jackson, Gurney and CFIS School Psychologist
Ella Gartner, Fifth-Grade ELA Teacher

MIDDLE SCHOOL/HIGH SCHOOL

Nate Bachofsky, CFMS/CFHS, Choir Director
Katie Murray, CFMS Specialized Student Support Aide
Valerie Yarmesch, CFHS Computer Science Teacher
Emily Morgan, CFHS Substitute Teacher 
Matthew Markusic, CFHS Substitute Teacher
Brittany Sorn, CFHS and Gurney Speech Language Pathologist
Nick Taddeo, CFHS Health and Physical Education Teacher