Special Education Teachers – Page 4

Jodi Varecha

An alumni mom, Jodi developed a passion for the early intervention services that Joya provided for her daughter. Her desire to share the significance of the program with others led to Jodi volunteering in the classroom, speaking at local elementary schools for the annual penny drive, and helping out at various fundraising events. Jodi began working as Teamroom Assistant in 2015, eventually transitioning to her current role as Medical Records Specialist & Scheduler, where she supports staff with the day-to-day operations of the medical and therapy programs. It brings Jodi joy to work with therapists and staff who offer hope and encouragement to the families served. She looks forward to seeing the future of Joya growing and making a difference for even more families. Jodi is a wife and mother to three wonderful children. She enjoys spending time with her family, shopping and planting trees.

Paige Briggs

Paige has been fortunate to work in pediatric nutrition since the start of her career. She finds working in pediatrics to be rewarding, fun, and challenging all at the same time. Paige enjoys helping children grow and thrive no matter their physical or developmental hurdles. When not at work, Paige spends time on her family property and baking.

Matt Thompson, M.D.

Longtime Pediatrician Matt Thompson was raised in Spokane and went to the University of Washington for medical school. His pediatrics training was at Children’s Mercy Hospital in Kansas City, Missouri. He is board certified by the American Academy of Pediatrics.

Kristy Scheidt

Kristy has had an interest in caring for others since an early age. She volunteered at Valley Hospital and Medical Center at age 13, gaining experience in a variety of departments. This volunteer opportunity led Kristy to apply to the Eastern Washington University nursing program where she graduated and became a registered nurse in 1994.

Jennifer Morgan

Jennifer works to help families meet the many needs that can come with having a child with developmental delays or disabilities. She joined the Joya Child & Family Development team in May 2015. She earned her master’s in social work from Eastern Washington University and has an early childhood associate degree from Spokane Falls Community College. Jennifer has great experience, having worked with children and families in the Spokane area for more than 30 years.

Kristie Vermillion

I’ve worked in the non-profit world for about 4 years in various roles ranging from substance abuse/mental health, foster youth, and volunteer/program management. But my true passion is working with children and families. Here at Joya, I have the pleasure to support families and watch kiddos grow and prosper into their best selves.

Liz Romero

Liz Romero
Family Resources Coordinator
At Joya since 2025

Biography
Since graduating in 2020, I have dedicated my career to working closely with families as they navigate and achieve their child’s developmental goals in different settings such as Early Head Start and other early intervention agencies. I am very passionate about being a resource and source of encouragement for parents as they work towards positive outcomes for their children.

Camryn Standiford

I have developed a passion for serving children and families after working for Early Head Start/Head Start. Using my platform and education to teach parents and families how to become advocates for their children and communities is my favorite part of this job. Working at Head Start over the last 3 years in the classroom and as a FSC has given me the opportunity to see the power and amazing results of early intervention. I am excited to continue this work here at JOYA!

Stacey Goff

After discovering her passion for working with children and families, Stacey has worked in a variety of settings, from toddler teaching, coaching sports classes and ABA therapy, to working with Early Head Start and Head Start as a family services coordinator. She is so excited to be a part of Joya, and help with their incredible mission! Stacey loves spending time outdoors, rooting for the University of Washington, and recently started gardening.

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