Staff
MEET THE LEARNING HOUSE STAFF
The Learning House integrates individualized education, vocational support, counseling and experiential activities to encourage a sense of self worth and mutual respect; healthy decision making; responsibility and accountability; a sense of community; and a respectful future. It takes a team and we have one of the best. Meet The Learning House staff here and send them a note if you need to contact them. We’re always happy to help.
Matt F. - Program Director
Matt received his bachelor’s degree in Entrepreneurship and Operations from the University of Dayton. After graduating, he started as an associate teacher at East Capitol High School and later transferred to The Learning House. During that time, Matt earned two master’s degrees including his LBS1 and Educational Leadership degree. He has taught a variety of subjects including Physical Education, History, Business, Art, and other electives. Matt has coached in the CAAEL sports program at both schools and is a true believer that students can use the lessons they learn through sports both in the classroom and in their future career.
Kevin B. - Director of Operations
Kevin received his Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics from Roosevelt University. Upon graduation, Kevin was hired as an associate teacher at East Capitol High School, The Learning House’s sister school, as a math teacher. After East Capitol closed its doors in 2015, Kevin came to The Learning House as a science teacher for a short while, before coming into the Office Manager role, a role he has been in since 2015. When not at school, Kevin tutors students in math and enjoys spending time with his family, as well as participating in sports.
Tom B. - Educational Director
Tom has been involved with The Learning House since he helped out with Camp in the summer of 2011. Since then, he has graduated from The Ohio State University in 2012 where he received a B.A. in Criminology along with a minor in Forensic Science. Tom has been teaching the math courses at TLH since the 2014-2015 school. In June 2017, Tom received his M.A.T. in Special Education from National Louis University. Outside of work, Tom enjoys traveling, sporting events, and concerts.
Aneta P. - Clinical Director
Aneta received her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from The University of Minnesota – Twin Cities and her Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from St. Mary’s University of Minnesota. Aneta holds her LMFT and has experience working in community and school-based settings. Aneta enjoys helping adolescents and families who have experienced trauma and is trained in Trauma Focused – Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT). In her free time, she loves to spend time with family and travel to new places!
Alissa L. - Clinician
Alissa received both her Bachelor’s degree in Social Work and her Master’s degree in School Social Work from the University of Kentucky. Alissa received her Clinical Social Work license in 2016 and became a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in 2020. She has experience working in school-based settings and previously worked as a Post Adoption and Foster Care caseworker. When Alissa is not in school, she is a part time private practice therapist for adolescence and teenagers. For fun, Alissa enjoys spending time with family and friends.
Matthew M. - Senior Teacher
Matthew is currently a Senior Teacher at The Learning House. He received his Bachelor’s Degree in Special Education from Northeastern Illinois University. Prior to working at The Learning House, Matthew coached football, cross country and track and field for 8 years at the High School level. Outside of work Matthew enjoys staying active outside, watching sports and traveling.
Connie W. - Associate Teacher
Connie received an Associate in Fine Arts and Paralegal Certificate in 2017 from Harper College. Connie enjoys working with students and hopes to become a Special Education Teacher. When she is not at school she enjoys spending time with family and friends.
Mark F. - TLH Founder
Mark Fisher opened the school in 1990 and has served as the Executive Director since. Mark graduated from Northern Illinois University, and prior to opening The Learning House, worked in numerous private therapuetic day schools. Mark took what he believed to be the good aspects of each of the different schools he worked in order to incorporate those aspects into The Learning House. When Mark is not working with students, you can usually find him enjoying the outdoors hunting and fishing.