Vernon Hallis - Academics and Life Skills - Woodstock Job Corps Center

Vernon Hallis

brings nearly 40 years of experience to the Woodstock Job Corps classroom as an Academic instructor. He earned his bachelor’s degree from Elon University and his master’s degree from Loyola University. Vernon’s area of expertise is math, and geometry is his favorite skill to teach. He loves all things Baltimore, and his classroom is decorated to reflect his enthusiasm for the Orioles and the Ravens sports teams. 

Nicole Stauffer - Academics and Life Skills - Woodstock Job Corps Center

Nicole Stauffer

is an Academic instructor at Woodstock Job Corps Center. She earned her teaching degree from Penn State University, and she has teaching experience in Virginia and Maryland, working with almost every age, including infants, college students and everything in between. Nicole enjoys getting to know her students on a personal level through class discussions, writing prompts and a variety of activities. She focuses her instruction on topics that her students are familiar with or express interest in.

Shena Thomas - Academics and Life Skills - Woodstock Job Corps Center

Shena Thomas

is a High School Diploma instructor at Woodstock Job Corps Center. She received her education from Coppin State University and Loyola University, where she earned bachelor’s degrees in education as a reading specialist and early childhood education and master’s degrees in human services administration and family counseling. Shena strives to empower her students with the tools to make good choices, overcome obstacles and achieve their goals. 

Amy Stevens - Academics and Life Skills - Woodstock Job Corps Center

Amy Stevens

brings experience teaching high school physics, physical science, biology and forensic science to her role as GED instructor at Woodstock Job Corps Center. She received her bachelor’s degree from Pennsylvania State University and her master’s degree from McDaniel College. Amy enjoys teaching as a way of giving back and helping young people reach their full potential.

Todd Ruggiero - Academics and Life Skills - Woodstock Job Corps Center

Todd Ruggiero

is a GED instructor at Woodstock Job Corps Center. In this role, Todd enjoys guiding and teaching young minds and being a positive influence. He received his degree from Wilmington University and is certified to teach social studies and special education. Todd is passionate about history and enjoys teaching his classes outside, weather permitting. In his free time, Todd loves to travel and play ice hockey. 

Roy Smith - Heavy Construction Equipment Operations - Wind River Job Corps Center

Roy Smith

has worked in the heavy construction industry for over 15 years. Roy is a member of the International Union of Operating Engineers  Local 800 and has served as a Heavy Construction Equipment Operations instructor at Wind River Job Corps Center for a few years. He also trains students in OSHA construction procedures and helps students attain their commercial driver’s licenses.