Master Teacher Council
The Sophia Master Teacher Council provides concrete support to Catholic school teachers and parish catechists, offering mentorship, practical resources, and real-time guidance. With a combined 230+ years of experience in Catholic schools and parishes, they are here to help you grow in knowledge, skills, and confidence.
How They Help
Content Questions
Our Master Teachers have an intimate knowledge of our materials, and can help with pacing, vocabulary, or other questions.
Teaching Advice
We’re ready to apply over 230 years of teaching experience to help you overcome challenges in your unique setting.
Online Resources
We offer a wealth of online resources, and our Master Teachers are standing by to point you to the ones you’re looking for.
Sounding Board
Whatever support you need in your God-given mission, we’re here to listen, brainstorm, and help in any way we can.
Meet the 2026-27 Master Teacher Council!
Gracie Allen
Archdiocese of Boston
Teacher, 3 years
Deacon Gerard-Marie Anthony
Diocese of Arlington
Teacher, 22 years
Hannah Berchem
Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis
Teacher, 13 years
Sandra Bustamante
Archdiocese of Chicago
Teacher, 15 years
Katherine Darabaris
Archdiocese of Denver
Teacher, 13 years
Caroline Durand
Diocese of Covington
Teacher/CCD, 21 years
Marissa Galt
Diocese of Lafayette Indiana
Teacher, 11 years
Rebekah Moses
Archdiocese of Boston
Teacher, 20 years
April Parker
Diocese of Charlotte
Teacher, 27 years
Carrie Soucy
Diocese of Manchester
DRE/Youth Minister, 20+ years
Sarah Steinke
Diocese of Duluth
Teacher, 20+ years
Kelly Vardakas
Archdiocese of New York
Teacher, 22 years
Angela Wood
Portsmouth, England
Teacher, 36 years
Want to Join the Master Teacher Council?
Look for an application for our 2027-28 cohort this Fall!
