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About Us
We bring the excitement of field trips to your location! With over 20 years of educational experience in Florida, we offer customizable, engaging STEM lessons and activities for all ages, class sizes, and grade ranges. We foster creativity and innovation by creating a safe space for children to learn, explore, and grow.
Our Mobile STEM Academy
We are dedicated to bringing hands-on STEM learning experiences directly to you. Our customizable programs are designed to ignite curiosity and passion for STEM in students of all ages. Let us bring the wonder of science, technology, engineering, and math to your doorstep.
Meet Our Founders
Our team of passionate founders is committed to making STEM education fun, engaging, and accessible. With diverse expertise and experience, they are dedicated to inspiring the next generation of innovators and problem solvers.
Stephanie Ferreira
Chief Education Officer
Stephanie is a highly experienced educator with over 20 years of teaching under her belt. She has taught various subjects, including veterinary science, marine science, Zoology, and biology, and she has a passion for all things animals and the great outdoors. Stephanie attended the Governor's School for Global Economics and Technology in Virginia and was a Gifted student throughout her childhood. The field trips were always her favorite since they allowed her to relate her learning to the real world.
She has planned and orchestrated countless lab activities as Department Chair of Veterinary Science and Marine Biology, and her fan favorites have always been loved by both students and parents. She ensures that all students can participate in as many labs as possible to demonstrate their knowledge and enjoy the subjects they are actively learning. She has always given ample hands-on activities to stimulate growth from her students and leave them with unforgettable science fun.
With a Bachelor's degree from Longwood University in Virginia and a FL teaching certificate, Stephanie is well-equipped to provide quality education to students of all ages.
Stephanie's love for Florida, her home for the past 20 years, is evident in her personal interests. She cherishes the outdoors and often indulges in kayaking and hiking with her family, a reflection of her commitment to hands-on learning and her belief in the power of nature to inspire and educate.
Matthew Ferreira
Chief Marketing Officer
Matt has over twenty years of experience in experiential marketing.
During that time he has planned, measured and activated thousands of engagement events for clients. In addition, he has also taught undergraduate marketing courses at The University of Tampa as well as Barry University where he was an adjunct professor for both undergraduate and graduate level courses. While attending Virginia Commonwealth University he earned a bachelors and master's degree in management. He enjoys adventurous trips with his family.
Meet Our Education Specialists
At Mobile STEM Academy, our education specialists are the heart of our mission to ignite curiosity and innovation in STEM. With expertise across science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, each team member brings unique skills and a passion for hands-on learning. Their dedication to empowering students and fostering a love for STEM education is what sets Mobile STEM Academy apart. Get to know the incredible minds behind our programs!
Kayla
Kayla is an experienced educator and business owner with a passion for teaching and empowering others. With a background in education, Kayla has worked in both traditional and learner led environments. Kayla thrives off fostering independence and curiosity in students. Teaching is about more than just instruction, it’s about connection, inspiration, and making a lasting impact.
In her free time, she loves spending quality time with her family, creating lasting memories through adventure and exploration. Whether it’s spending a day on the water, boating or simply enjoying the calming ocean breeze, she finds joy in being near the water.
These experiences not only provide quality family time but also foster a love for adventure, curiosity, and an appreciation for the beauty of the natural world.
Gabby
Gabby is a true Floridian, born and raised in southwest Florida. She has always had a great love for nature and the sciences, and was a regular volunteer and camp counselor at the Charlotte Harbor Environmental Center throughout her middle school and high school years. Gabby attended the University of South Florida in Tampa, where she graduated from the Honors College and received her B.S. degree in Environmental Science. For her Honors Thesis, she wrote a curriculum for an environmental education program that was published in the USF library system.
Gabby began her professional career at Tampa Bay Watch, a marine science research and education center. There she interned as an Environmental Educator, and later worked as an Environmental Specialist, leading boat field trips, kayak cleanups and eco tours, summer camps, laboratory lessons and dissections, and assisting with government funded environmental restoration and research projects. She also helped manage the “Seagrasses in Classes” program, working with schools and students from all over the Bay Area. Gabby loved watching kids get excited about getting muddy and saving the earth! Since her time at TBW, she moved on to working mostly in event management and experiential marketing, and is excited to go back to her scientific roots as a part of the MSA team!
Liz
Liz is an accomplished Human Resources professional with over two decades of experience in leadership, communications, and education. She has worked across multiple industries, specializing in employee relations, compliance, and organizational development.
Beyond her professional achievements, Liz enjoys cultivating her garden, crafting, and exploring her artistic talents. She is quite active in the community as well. Her passion for creativity and people-driven solutions defines both her career and personal life.
Marty
Shaped by the rugged landscapes of a remote ranch in New Zealand, Marty developed resilience and creativity from an early age. After earning his degree from Massey University, his thirst for knowledge and adventure led him to backpack around the world, immersing himself in diverse cultures and experiences.
Marty’s journey eventually brought him to London, where he discovered his passion for education and innovation while working with Rococo International, a pioneer in Desktop Publishing. There, he contributed to projects for prestigious clients such as the British Ministry of Defense, SWIFT, NASA, and the European PGA, while representing the company at international conferences from Singapore to Genève.
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Marty's unique background and global perspective have fueled his dedication to empowering learners and fostering creativity in the classroom. His hands-on experience in technology and communication makes him a dynamic force in the world of education and we are so honored to have him as a part of Mobile STEM Academy!