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  • Seth Brodrick Coordinator
    I am so pleased to be part of Alpine Adult Education! I am originally from Texas but went to UVSC (now UVU) and BYU for my undergraduate studies. I also did graduate school at University of Houston – Victoria. I’ve worked as a middle school Science teacher, high school counselor, sales representative (tech industry), project manager (construction), and financial advisor. I am grateful to be in this role with Alpine Adult Ed, and I hope that students who enroll with us will recognize that they are never stuck. With your focused effort and a clear plan, we can help you achieve your educational goals, and we can help you feel the joy of personal and professional growth!
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  • Chris Carlson Teacher
    I was raised in a small farming community in eastern Iowa. I grew up hunting, fishing and trapping the local wildlife. I came to Utah to attend Brigham Young University in 1992. I graduated from BYU in 1997 with a bachelor’s degree in History. I earned an MBA from The University of Phoenix in 2003, and in 2009, I earned another University of Phoenix master’s degree in Education. Shortly thereafter, I applied for a job at what was then Mountain Land Regional Learning Center where I began working as a licensed teacher. Here at Alpine Adult Ed, we are eager to help you earn your GED or adult high school diploma.
  • Jene Parker Counselor
    Hello, my name is Jene Parker. I have been at Alpine Adult Education for 14 years and there is nowhere else I'd rather be.  I love working with Adult students and helping them reach their goals of achieving their high school diploma or GED. I love cool facts about random places to visit and I've been told (by my family) that I like to talk. Which may actually be true, because one of my favorite things about working here, is getting to know you.
  • Lisa Roetker Teacher
    I grew up in North Carolina and now live in Utah County. I have bachelor’s and master’s degrees in business and have worked in the local high-tech industry. Recently I completed a secondary teaching degree in Mathematics Education. I have always loved learning and trying new things. The Alpine Adult Education team is an incredible group of individuals and I'm thrilled to be a part of it! I love helping people take a step toward accomplishing their dreams!
  • Jen Smith Teacher
    Hi there! I'm Jen and happy to help whenever you come in to see us! First of all, pat yourself on the back for even wanting to get your GED or diploma! That's the first big hurdle to get over. Be PROUD! You have great things coming! I've loved being in the Alpine School District and in education, helping students to achieve their dreams! Some of my favorite things about life are: outdoors, sunny places and water to play in, skiing, sledding, hiking, rollerblading, rock climbing, biking, yard-saling, hammocking (did you know that was a "thing"?), dancing, and laughing out loud with friends and fam til my cheeks literally hurt! Come in and let us get to know you!
  • Lisa Williams Teacher
    Hello! I am so happy to be here. I have a language arts background, and I love helping people use language skills effectively. We use language every day, it fills our world around us, and being able to communicate our ideas with others is rewarding in so many ways. Not surprising, I like to read and to write. In order to be a better writer, I try to continually learn about lots of different subjects. I also love art. You might even find me drawing pictures to help our students, especially with math concepts. When I have free time, I garden, enjoy music, and explore Utah with my family and my dogs.
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  • Tania Carrera ELL Coordinator
    I am from Ecuador and I have been working for the district for more than 10 years. I got my degree in Marketing which is a reason I love working with people and talking to them.  I have two children, and we love going on walks to experience Utah's scenery.  I also enjoy running, dancing, and spending time with my family eating and singing karaoke.
  • Jamie Castello Instructor
    I have been married to my best friend for 27 wonderful years. I’m originally from Pittsburgh, PA, and spent nine years living in Ecuador before moving to Utah in 2023. I’ve taught English for more than 11 years, and I truly understand the challenges students face. I love being part of their English-learning journey and enjoy watching them grow and become part of a community. Now empty nesters, my spouse and I love traveling—especially cruising. We’ve visited 12 countries so far and look forward to many more adventures together!
  • Sonya Gneiting Instructor
    I have been teaching ESL for 10 years now, six years here in the Adult Education Program at Alpine District.  I feel like this is my dream job. I absolutely love teaching and helping people to understand the English language and American culture. It has been so rewarding to know that I am an instrument in helping many people feel successful here in this country. I understand the challenges of learning a new language because I have lived in 2 foreign countries. I too, had to try and learn the language of their countries and integrate into their culture. It was a very eye-opening experience. I love these people and they have become my friends. I have 5 children and 3 grandchildren. I love to spend time with them. In my free time, I love to exercise and watch movies. I also love to travel. Learning about new cultures is fun for me.
  • Roselle Harney Instructor
    I come from a family of teachers, both of my parents were teachers, my grandmother and even my great grandmother were teachers. So, teaching might be in my DNA, as you may have guessed I also enjoy genealogy.  I am fortunate to teach English Language Learners, they are amazing students, willing to work hard, and create new opportunities for their family. Being a part of that journey is a privilege for me.  I have a degree in Music therapy and have worked as a substance abuse counselor, currently I also teach water aerobic classes at the local pool and occasional genealogy classes.
  • Ron Mortensen Instructor
    I love teaching and meeting people from other cultures. After getting my BA in Spanish and English from BYU, I taught in LA and then Saudi Arabia for the national oil company’s training programs. I was able to work in various areas, including curriculum development creating textbooks and exams, and eventually as Department Chair of English and General Studies for their College Prep Program. I also mentored the Speech and Drama Clubs. I now greatly enjoy teaching in the Alpine Adult Ed program. My interests include swimming, traveling, and being creative: designing stained glass for my home, writing, and portrait drawing.
  • Simone Ongoongotau Instructor
    I'm from Florida and have been living in Utah now for 2 years. Happily married to my college sweetheart. I am an empty nester. My daughter is now going on her sophomore year at the University of Hawaii. I love being outdoors, hiking, swimming or anything outside. I do love to bake, travel and shop.
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  • Noelle Torres Instructor
    Being able to teach my native language, English, to adults has been incredibly rewarding. I truly cherish the relationships I build with my students. Our classroom is a welcoming space where we share, learn, and laugh together. I have also enjoyed studying French and Spanish, and I spent most of my professional career teaching French at the junior high level. In addition to teaching, I enjoy spending time with my husband and three children, going for walks for exercise, reading, singing, napping, and eating candy.
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