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Education Team

Aquarium Educator Stephanie Soto holding a snake ambassador animal while a student safely touches the snake to see what the skin feels like
The Tennessee Aquarium strives to connect all children with nature through enriching and engaging experiential learning programs facilitated by passionate, expert educators.

Our Education team seeks to spark curiosity, build empathy, and create opportunities to take action in conservation and science.

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Meet Our Team

Natali Rodgers

Natali Rodgers

Director of Learning & Evaluation

Jen Collier

Jen Collier

Manager of Learning & Engagement

Shelley McIntyre

Shelley McIntyre

Youth Development Coordinator

Stephanie Soto

Stephanie Soto

Formal Learning Experience Coordinator

Shawn Brim

Shawn Brim

Community Programs Coordinator

Tanisha La Guardia

Tanisha La Guardia

Lead Ambassador Animal Coordinator

Hannah Shepperd

Hannah Shepperd

Guest Engagement Coordinator

A classroom in the Tennessee Aquarium's S.T.R.E.A.M. Learning Center, supported by UNUM, on Thursday, Nov. 20, 2025 in Chattanooga, Tenn. The purpose-built facility on the Aquarium plaza will act as the Aquarium's educational epicenter.

Check out our new education space—The S.T.R.E.A.M. Learning Center!

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