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About Evolved Education Company

Preparing students for what comes next — with clarity, skill, and confidence.

Evolved Education Company exists to help families navigate education with clarity, confidence, and intention. We partner with families from early childhood through college to understand how their child learns, build the skills that support lasting success, and make thoughtful decisions at every stage. Ensuring students are succeeding in school now and also fully prepared for what comes next. 

Our work is grounded in a whole-student, future-focused philosophy that prioritizes skill-building over teaching to the test and guidance over one-size-fits-all solutions. Rather than offering fragmented support, we take an integrated approach that evolves as students grow, helping families make sense of increasingly complex academic, admissions, and transition decisions without unnecessary pressure or urgency.

Mary Miele
Founder of Evolved Education Company

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The work we do is only possible because of the people behind it

Evolved is led by a team of experienced educators and consultants who understand education from the inside. From classrooms to admissions offices and everything in between, our team brings deep expertise, thoughtful perspective, and a shared commitment to helping families feel supported, informed, and confident every step of the way.

Amy Nathan
Director of Student Services

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Elian Seidel
Director of Consulting Programs, Learning Specialist

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Becky Reback
Director of Assessments and Parent Education

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Spencer Moravek
Executive Functioning Coach, Test Preparation Specialist

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Caitlin Hasson
Director of Early Childhood and Elementary Education Programs

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Sophie Roberts
School Placement Advisor

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Julia Calantone
Education Consultant & Learning Specialist

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Sarah Bergin
College Counselor & Boarding School Specialist

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Ella Pennington
Client Success Specialist

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Mary Miele

Founder & CEO

BA, Special and Elementary Education, NYU
MS, Psychological Foundations of Reading, NYU
+30 Credits Education Leadership, NYU
College Counseling, UCLA

Mary Miele, the founder and CEO of Evolved Education Company, oversees the day-to-day business at Evolved and supports our clients and team. She is our company’s visionary and constantly evolves in every aspect of her professional and personal life. With over 30 years in education, she rests on a foundation of exceptional training and preparedness.

Mary is an undergraduate and graduate student at Steinhardt School of Education and was a four-year student-athlete, holding a roster and captain spot on the Women’s Swim Team at NYU. She holds a permanent special education N-12 and teacher of reading certification in NYS and a college counseling certificate from UCLA. Mary has also taught in the NYC DOE, at Hunter College, and various independent schools in NYC, including Hewitt, Spence, and Nightingale Schools.

Mary is the creator of the Integrated Executive Functioning Model and the author of many publications. She is also the host of the Be Evolved Podcast, where she shares insights on education and learning support. She is an active member of WBENC and a supporter of women and mothers in business. Through her work, Mary helps families navigate educational transitions and challenges and unlocks their student’s full holistic potential.

Amy Nathan

Director of Student Services

BA, University of Wisconsin- Madison
MA, Teachers College, Columbia University
NY State Certified Teacher Grades 7-12

As Director of Student Services, Amy Nathan brings over thirteen years of experience teaching upper elementary, middle, and high school students. With a background in teaching reading and writing to students with language-based learning disabilities and curriculum development, Amy believes in using evidence based approaches and multisensory instruction in teaching.

Amy has also worked as an instructional coach for educators and believes that developing a strong relationship between teachers and students is the key to fostering success. She oversees executive function coaching, test prep, and subject area tutoring, appreciating each clients’ needs and matching them with the best fit tutor.

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Elian Seidel

Director of Consulting Programs, Learning Specialist

BA, Providence College
MA, Teachers College, Columbia University

Elian Seidel is the Director of Consulting Programs at Evolved Education Company, where she collaborates closely with the Director of Assessment and Director of Student Services to provide comprehensive educational support. She leads and supports the Consultants on the School Placement Team, who assist families in identifying the best-fit schools for their children.

With a background as a special educator in New York City, Elian has experience as both a classroom teacher and a School Administrator, equipping her with a broad understanding of the educational landscape. She also specializes in executive functioning coaching, tutoring, and working with schools to create tailored education plans. Elian’s unique blend of expertise allows her to work with the Team at Evolved to guide families through the complexities of their child’s needs while ensuring that students receive personalized support.

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Becky Reback

Director of Assessment, Director of Adolescent Programs

BS, Human Development and Family Studies from Indiana University,
M.Ed General and Special Education Grade 1-6 specializing in Learning Disabilities, Hunter College
M.Ed Special Education Birth - Grade 2 with an extension in Gifted and Talented, Hunter College

With over fifteen years of experience in the field of education, Becky Reback has worn many hats at Evolved Education. Currently, Becky is the Director of Assessments, using the most updated and research based assessments to identify the student’s strengths and areas for growth to help both families and educators understand how that student learns best and tailor instruction accordingly.

Becky also works as a school placement advisor and specializes in helping families in finding the right educational fit for their children. With an understanding of both private and public school systems, curricula, and student needs, Becky works closely with families to assess academic, social, and emotional requirements, guiding them through the placement process. Becky has taught all grades from kindergarten to eighth grade in the classroom in both general and special education settings, and has also worked as a learning specialist and school administrator.

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Spencer Moravek

Executive Functioning Coach, Test Preparation Specialist

BA, DePaul University

With nearly a decade of tutoring experience in New York City, Spencer Moravek mentors and empowers each of his students to become their very best—holistically. As an executive functioning coach and test prep specialist, Spencer is passionate about the individuation of learning. He digs deep with students to help them understand their brains, their emotions, and their strategies, evolving them into confident, capable learners who are ready to leverage their strengths.

Drawing from a rich background in psychology, music, and comedy, Spencer brings creativity, empathy, and humor into every session. His approach is as dynamic as his students—he’s helped scores of students achieve academic breakthroughs, develop lasting skills, and even enjoy the learning process along the way.

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Caitlin Hasson

Director of Early Childhood and Elementary Education Programs

BA, Elementary Education and History from Boston College
MA, Curriculum and Instruction from Teachers College, Columbia University

Caitlin Hasson brings a careful approach to supporting students and families from the early childhood years through elementary school. She comes to Evolved with a decade of teaching and admissions experience in New York City independent schools. Her dedication to early childhood education has honed her expertise in fostering young learners’ growth and development. Caitlin has played a crucial role in the admissions process, assessing Kindergarten applicants, meeting with families, and observing students, giving her an in-depth understanding of the diverse nursery and elementary school programs in New York City and the Tristate area.

At Evolved, she supports families with education planning based on each child and family’s unique pathway from birth through high school, helps families identify best fit school programs, provides bespoke admissions advisement, and education consulting across a range of topics.

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Sophie Roberts

School Placement Advisor

BA, Trinity College

Sophie leverages her extensive knowledge of the New York school landscape and her background as a writer and strategist to create bespoke admissions plans for clients. She is committed to deeply understanding her clients which guides her work from school list ideation to every aspect of application support.

Sophie is a native Brooklynite, a graduate of a New York City private school and a mother of twin girls in independent schools. These experiences allow her to lend a true sense of empathy and confidence to navigating what can often feel like an overwhelming or arduous time for families. In addition to her work in New York City, Sophie also works with families seeking admissions to Westchester and Connecticut schools.

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Julia Calantone

Education Consultant & Learning Specialist

BA, Psychology and Educational Studies from Denison University
MA, Elementary Inclusive Education from Teachers College, Columbia University
M Ed, Private School Leadership from Teachers College, Columbia University
New York State Permanent Teaching Certificate, 1st - 6th Grade

Julia has over a decade of elementary school teaching experience, as well as several years of independent school leadership experience. At Evolved, she supports families across New York and New Jersey navigate their educational journey. Her work is driven by a belief in meaningful learning, collaboration, and reflection. She partners with students and families on school placement with these foundations in mind, and offers tailored guidance through the admissions process. She is committed to helping each child find and thrive in a setting that honors who they are and how they learn.

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Sarah Bergin

College Counselor and Boarding School Specialist

BS, Biology with Honors, Brown University
MS in Education, Curriculum and Teaching, Fordham University
Certificate in School Management and Leadership, Harvard University (joint Business School and Graduate School of Education)
Instructional Leadership Certificate, Harvard University (anticipated completion Summer 2025)

Sarah is an experienced educator with over 15 years of supporting high school students through academics and social-emotional growth. A Choate alumna, she brings firsthand knowledge of the boarding school experience and has held teaching and leadership roles at respected institutions such as Kent School. For nearly a decade, Sarah has worked with Evolved Education Company, building strong relationships with students and families while guiding them through key milestones from 9th–12th grade, including extracurricular planning, summer programs, course selection, and early college exploration.

She is a member of IECA and NYSACAC, actively invests in professional development, and has recently connected with admissions officers at top schools like Syracuse, Cornell, and Colgate. Known for her warm, tailored approach and collaborative style, Sarah works closely with both students and colleagues to help families identify right-fit boarding schools and colleges where students can thrive academically and personally.

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Ella Pennington

Client Success Specialist

Maintaining organization and support behind the scenes, Ella ensures that EEC’s operations run smoothly. Ella manages aspects of client onboarding, invoicing, and human relations.