Main Campus (Grades 6-8)

Mrs. Tiffini Schwanderlik is our Dean of Students, Wellness Director, and 6th grade math teacher. She has been with Acorn for 9 years and in the education field for 11 years. She attended NAU for her Bachelors degree and is a  graduate from Capella University with a Masters in School Counseling. Additionally, she has her Highly Qualified Teaching certificate. Mrs. Tiffini is passionate about promoting social and emotional well-being in each classroom at Acorn.

Mrs. Shawna Faulkner will be starting her fifth year at Acorn as our middle school social studies and art teacher. She is creative, has a passion for both subjects, and loves planning fun, hands-on learning activities for the students. When not at school, she is exploring with her two boys. 

This will be Mr. Gagnon’s eighth year teaching here at Acorn and his 18th year in the education field. He has a Master’s in Elementary Education from the University of Phoenix. He is married with 3 children, Kaitlyn, Jami, and Johanna. His hobbies include hiking, camping, fishing, and spending time with his family. His favorite subjects are writing, science, and social studies.

Mrs. Kati Young is our middle school Science teacher. She received her Bachelors of Science in Elementary Education from NAU. Mrs. Young also has her Middle School ELA and SEI endorsements. She is going into her 10th year with Acorn. Prior to teaching she gained many skills through her work with developmentally disabled adults in group home settings. She loves working with students and “getting a front seat to watch their growth!”

Mr. Flores is proud to celebrate his 7th year as a dedicated paraprofessional and Spanish teacher at Acorn Montessori School. Over nearly a decade, this wonderful community has become an extension of his own family. As a proud father of four daughters and a grandfather to two beautiful grandbabies, he has seen firsthand the incredible impact of an Acorn education. Most of his children have either attended or graduated from our school, making his work here deeply personal. Beyond the classroom walls, his passion lies in mentorship and athletics. He is thrilled to serve as the coach for our school’s volleyball and basketball programs. He has also led our soccer team, recently guiding them all the way to back to back championship victories. His love for sports extends outside of school hours as well. He stays active and competitive by regularly playing in local adult leagues for softball and volleyball. Ultimately, his greatest joy is watching his students thrive. Whether guiding them through a Spanish lesson, drawing up a play on the court, or preparing them for life’s challenges, his goal remains the same. He is incredibly proud to see them learn invaluable lessons in class, on the court, and in the real world.