Saint Ambrose School employs or contracts teachers who hold baccalaureate or higher degrees, have at least 3 years experience in public or private schools, or have special skills, knowledge, or expertise that qualifies them to provide instruction in subjects taught.
Mrs. Ann Cobb, 3rd Grade Teacher
ACobb@stambrosecs.org
Degree: Bachelors in Arts in History, University of Delaware
Certification: Elementary Education, Grades K through 6, Catholic Catechist
Mrs. Cobb is very excited and delighted to be a part of the St. Ambrose family. In 2019, Mrs. Cobb transitioned from Stafford, VA where she spent the last 24 years in education. Mrs. Cobb had the privilege to teach in both Catholic and public schools, and she is looking forward to this chapter in Florida.
Mrs. Cobb and her husband have two grown children who live in the area and just welcomed three grandchildren! They enjoy spending time with their dog, Teddy, traveling any and everywhere, and spending time with family and friends. In her free time, she loves to read, exercise, and craft. She is currently learning photography, motivated by the newest additions to her family.
Mrs. Cobb looks forward to this new chapter in her life and the thrills of third grade!
Why Catholic Schools?
After 20 years in the public school there was something missing in life as an educator. I decided to go back to teaching in the Catholic schools; I wanted to teach the whole child, mind, body, and soul including Christ and our Catholic faith in all aspects of the classroom. The children are our future and I believe the Golden Rule should be an integral part of the student's life, learning that being kind and serving God makes everyone's life better.
ACobb@stambrosecs.org
Degree: Bachelors in Arts in History, University of Delaware
Certification: Elementary Education, Grades K through 6, Catholic Catechist
Mrs. Cobb is very excited and delighted to be a part of the St. Ambrose family. In 2019, Mrs. Cobb transitioned from Stafford, VA where she spent the last 24 years in education. Mrs. Cobb had the privilege to teach in both Catholic and public schools, and she is looking forward to this chapter in Florida.
Mrs. Cobb and her husband have two grown children who live in the area and just welcomed three grandchildren! They enjoy spending time with their dog, Teddy, traveling any and everywhere, and spending time with family and friends. In her free time, she loves to read, exercise, and craft. She is currently learning photography, motivated by the newest additions to her family.
Mrs. Cobb looks forward to this new chapter in her life and the thrills of third grade!
Why Catholic Schools?
After 20 years in the public school there was something missing in life as an educator. I decided to go back to teaching in the Catholic schools; I wanted to teach the whole child, mind, body, and soul including Christ and our Catholic faith in all aspects of the classroom. The children are our future and I believe the Golden Rule should be an integral part of the student's life, learning that being kind and serving God makes everyone's life better.
Miss Cindy Hagaman, 4th Grade Teacher
CHagaman@stambrosecs.org
Certification: Elementary Education, K-6, Catholic Catechist
Ms. Hagaman is from Texas and a graduate Of Louisiana State University. She earned a B.S. in Psychology. She has taught in both public, private, and IB schools. Ms. Hagaman has taught both 4th and 5th grades at St. Ambrose from 2013 to 2015, and returned as the fourth grade educator in 2016
Ms. Hagaman enjoys spending time with her cat Breezy, reading, relaxing at the beach, sport fishing on the ocean, going to church, spending time with friends eating great food, and engaging in and watching sports. She is so happy to be a part of the St. Ambrose staff!
Why Catholic Schools?
I choose to teach at a Catholic School to guide, share, and worship Almighty God with the students each year. It is beautiful to study Scripture, practice and learn the Sacraments, and show those we come in contact with that we are Catholics. Faith is the most important part of my life.
CHagaman@stambrosecs.org
Certification: Elementary Education, K-6, Catholic Catechist
Ms. Hagaman is from Texas and a graduate Of Louisiana State University. She earned a B.S. in Psychology. She has taught in both public, private, and IB schools. Ms. Hagaman has taught both 4th and 5th grades at St. Ambrose from 2013 to 2015, and returned as the fourth grade educator in 2016
Ms. Hagaman enjoys spending time with her cat Breezy, reading, relaxing at the beach, sport fishing on the ocean, going to church, spending time with friends eating great food, and engaging in and watching sports. She is so happy to be a part of the St. Ambrose staff!
Why Catholic Schools?
I choose to teach at a Catholic School to guide, share, and worship Almighty God with the students each year. It is beautiful to study Scripture, practice and learn the Sacraments, and show those we come in contact with that we are Catholics. Faith is the most important part of my life.
Mrs. Julie Johnson, 5th Grade Teacher
jjohnson@stambrosecs.org
Degree: Bachelor of Science, Florida International University
Certification: Elementary Education K-6, Catholic Catechist
Mrs. Johnson is elated to be joining the St. Ambrose family! She has been blessed to be an elementary teacher for the Archdiocese of Miami for the last twenty years! Mrs. Johnson has also taught a few years in the public-school systems before she joined the ADOM, and she has taught Kindergarten through fifth grade. Working with children has always been a huge passion in Mrs. Johnson’s life, and she has enjoyed guiding her students through the years.
Mrs. Johnson was born and raised in Miami, Florida. She is married to her husband of thirty-four years and they have three grown children together, as well as two grandchildren. Mrs. Johnson loves to travel and explore offbeat and unique places. She spends her free time working on crafts and home décor projects. She loves enjoying time with her large family. Mrs. Johnson is fun loving and values her sense of humor. She is excited to start her journey at Saint Ambrose.
Why a Catholic School?
“Being able to share my Catholic faith with others is the greatest gift in my life. Not only do I get to teach children, but I also get to help them grow spiritually as they build their relationship with Jesus. I empower students to live the Gospels in their daily lives, and help them to walk with Jesus. I love sharing my gifts with my students.”
jjohnson@stambrosecs.org
Degree: Bachelor of Science, Florida International University
Certification: Elementary Education K-6, Catholic Catechist
Mrs. Johnson is elated to be joining the St. Ambrose family! She has been blessed to be an elementary teacher for the Archdiocese of Miami for the last twenty years! Mrs. Johnson has also taught a few years in the public-school systems before she joined the ADOM, and she has taught Kindergarten through fifth grade. Working with children has always been a huge passion in Mrs. Johnson’s life, and she has enjoyed guiding her students through the years.
Mrs. Johnson was born and raised in Miami, Florida. She is married to her husband of thirty-four years and they have three grown children together, as well as two grandchildren. Mrs. Johnson loves to travel and explore offbeat and unique places. She spends her free time working on crafts and home décor projects. She loves enjoying time with her large family. Mrs. Johnson is fun loving and values her sense of humor. She is excited to start her journey at Saint Ambrose.
Why a Catholic School?
“Being able to share my Catholic faith with others is the greatest gift in my life. Not only do I get to teach children, but I also get to help them grow spiritually as they build their relationship with Jesus. I empower students to live the Gospels in their daily lives, and help them to walk with Jesus. I love sharing my gifts with my students.”
Mr. Les Modlics, 6th Grade Homeroom
Grs. 6th-8th Math and Religion Teacher
Terra Nova Testing Coordinator
LModlics@stambrosecs.org
Degree: Bachelor of Arts in History and Political Science from FSU.
Certifications: Math Grades 5-9; Elementary Education Grades K-6; English 5-9, Catholic Catechist
This is Les Modlics's 9th year teaching at Saint Ambrose. He teaches 6th, 7th, and 8th grade Math and Religion for the 2022/2023 school year. Prior to joining the St. Ambrose family, he taught 5th grade for seven years within the Archdiocese of Miami and is a graduate of Florida State University with a Bachelor of Arts in History and Political Science.
On a personal note, he has been married to his beautiful wife for seventeen years and they have two wonderful sons who are in middle school and high school. He looks forward to an exciting year!
Why Catholic Schools?
"I enjoy teaching in a Catholic environment as I believe we are not only developing an educational foundation for our students, but we also help our students on their spiritual journey as they grow both academically and spiritually."
Grs. 6th-8th Math and Religion Teacher
Terra Nova Testing Coordinator
LModlics@stambrosecs.org
Degree: Bachelor of Arts in History and Political Science from FSU.
Certifications: Math Grades 5-9; Elementary Education Grades K-6; English 5-9, Catholic Catechist
This is Les Modlics's 9th year teaching at Saint Ambrose. He teaches 6th, 7th, and 8th grade Math and Religion for the 2022/2023 school year. Prior to joining the St. Ambrose family, he taught 5th grade for seven years within the Archdiocese of Miami and is a graduate of Florida State University with a Bachelor of Arts in History and Political Science.
On a personal note, he has been married to his beautiful wife for seventeen years and they have two wonderful sons who are in middle school and high school. He looks forward to an exciting year!
Why Catholic Schools?
"I enjoy teaching in a Catholic environment as I believe we are not only developing an educational foundation for our students, but we also help our students on their spiritual journey as they grow both academically and spiritually."
Mrs. Jennifer Dickenson, 7th Grade Homeroom Teacher
Grs. 6th-8th Science and Social Studies
JDickenson@stambrosecs.org
Degrees: Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education, K-6/ESOL- Lynn University
Master of Education in Curriculum and Secondary Instructional Technology, University of South Florida
Certification: Elementary Education K-6
Mrs. Dickenson is thrilled to be part of the St. Ambrose family. Mrs. Dickenson has taught in Catholic schools, public schools, and charter schools. She has taught kindergarten, first grade, third grade, fifth grade, and directed middle school musical theater. She is a trained DIBELS/Acadience mentor in early literacy.
Mrs. Dickenson loves to spend time with her family. She loves to travel to Disney World and to Vermont with her husband and two children. She is an avid reader and loves to go to the movies. She is looking forward to an exciting and fantastic school year where she can teach some of her favorite subjects of Science and Social Studies.
Why Catholic Schools?
Teaching in a Catholic school is very important to me because I can share my faith with my students. I truly believe it is my calling to help my students not only grow academically but spiritually. I enjoy being part of an environment where everyone can share their faith with one another. It allows me to strengthen my faith and my relationship with God as it is part of our daily lives.
Grs. 6th-8th Science and Social Studies
JDickenson@stambrosecs.org
Degrees: Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education, K-6/ESOL- Lynn University
Master of Education in Curriculum and Secondary Instructional Technology, University of South Florida
Certification: Elementary Education K-6
Mrs. Dickenson is thrilled to be part of the St. Ambrose family. Mrs. Dickenson has taught in Catholic schools, public schools, and charter schools. She has taught kindergarten, first grade, third grade, fifth grade, and directed middle school musical theater. She is a trained DIBELS/Acadience mentor in early literacy.
Mrs. Dickenson loves to spend time with her family. She loves to travel to Disney World and to Vermont with her husband and two children. She is an avid reader and loves to go to the movies. She is looking forward to an exciting and fantastic school year where she can teach some of her favorite subjects of Science and Social Studies.
Why Catholic Schools?
Teaching in a Catholic school is very important to me because I can share my faith with my students. I truly believe it is my calling to help my students not only grow academically but spiritually. I enjoy being part of an environment where everyone can share their faith with one another. It allows me to strengthen my faith and my relationship with God as it is part of our daily lives.
Mrs. Kellie Michelsen, 8th Grade Homeroom/Assistant Principal
Grs. 6th-8th Language Arts and Literature
OptionC and Web Site Administrator
KMichelsen@stambrosecs.org
Degrees: BS Social Science Education; MA Educational Leadership; MA Instructional Design and Technology Leadership.
Certifications: Social Science Education, Grades 6-12; English, Grades 6-12; Educational Leadership; Clinical Educator; Catholic Catechist.
Mrs. Michelsen joined St. Ambrose School in 2009 with her Bachelor's degree in Social Science Education from the University of Central Florida (Go Knights!). She was honored as the 2012-2013 and 2017-2018 Teacher of the Year at St. Ambrose. In her spare time, Mrs. Michelsen is an avid marathon runner, Disney fanatic, and loves traveling and spending time with her husband and 3 children. She is eagerly anticipating a wonderful school year with her favorite subjects of Literature and Language Arts.
Why Catholic Schools?
"As a product of 13 years of Catholic school education, I seek to give back to the community that formed me into the adult and parent that I am today. To frame all lessons, social and academic alike, with the Gospel, and the love God shows us, is an invaluable building block upon which we teach in Catholic schools."
Grs. 6th-8th Language Arts and Literature
OptionC and Web Site Administrator
KMichelsen@stambrosecs.org
Degrees: BS Social Science Education; MA Educational Leadership; MA Instructional Design and Technology Leadership.
Certifications: Social Science Education, Grades 6-12; English, Grades 6-12; Educational Leadership; Clinical Educator; Catholic Catechist.
Mrs. Michelsen joined St. Ambrose School in 2009 with her Bachelor's degree in Social Science Education from the University of Central Florida (Go Knights!). She was honored as the 2012-2013 and 2017-2018 Teacher of the Year at St. Ambrose. In her spare time, Mrs. Michelsen is an avid marathon runner, Disney fanatic, and loves traveling and spending time with her husband and 3 children. She is eagerly anticipating a wonderful school year with her favorite subjects of Literature and Language Arts.
Why Catholic Schools?
"As a product of 13 years of Catholic school education, I seek to give back to the community that formed me into the adult and parent that I am today. To frame all lessons, social and academic alike, with the Gospel, and the love God shows us, is an invaluable building block upon which we teach in Catholic schools."
