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Amy Hartgrove

Founder & Director

Amy Hartgrove is a former public school teacher, church youth and family director, and lifelong advocate for children and families. With a Master’s in Curriculum & Instruction from Northwest Missouri State University, she’s spent years nurturing young minds in classrooms, churches, and daycare settings.

Amy felt called to step away from public teaching to focus on her daughters and embrace homeschooling. Amy and her husband are passionate about building a community where homeschool families can connect, grow, and thrive—empowering parents and inspiring children to flourish in faith, learning, and living the good life.

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Taylor Hoeflicker

Creative Director

With over 12 years behind the camera & role as Owner / Creative Director of The Soul Society, Taylor’s approach to homeschooling is rooted in exploration & creativity!

She’s a homeschooling mom to 3, wife & business owner who’s passionate about sharing her love for art, intentional living & soulful creation!

 

Taylor’s experience with advertising & public relations mixed with her passion for art & design makes her destined to thrive at The Good Life where she will help bring all the creative ideas to life & teach our students how the world of creation can change everything.

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Casey Bovard

Parent Lounge & Family Engagement Coordinator

Born and raised in the KC area, Casey is a proud spouse and parent to four little adventurers. With a background in children’s ministry, Casey dove headfirst into homeschooling this past year—embracing the crafting chaos, organized fun, and meaningful moments that come with it. Passionate about building community, Casey is excited to continue this journey in a space where parents and kids can learn, grow, and support one another together.

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Hailee Harrelson

Assistant & Music Director

Hailee Harrelson is thrilled to join The Good Life Homeschool Center as Assistant Director. She holds a degree in Communication: Public Relations with a minor in Music from Northwest Missouri State University and is currently pursuing her teaching certificate. With a lifelong passion for education, Hailee has taught private music lessons since age 15, tutored Algebra and Music, and spent three years teaching ESL and Algebra online. She and her husband, Preston, have two children—Duke (6) and Sage (2)—who keep life lively.

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Sandra Nissen

STEM Teacher

Sandra lives in Kearney with her loving husband, four amazing children and their spouses and four precious grandchildren. She has a degree in Special Education with a Master’s in Curriculum and Instruction. Her passion has always been supporting both children and their families. She has been blessed to have worked as a Parent Educator, Christian Preschool Teacher and Special Education Teacher. What a honor it has been to witness the growth and achievements of so many children and celebrate the love of learning.

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Tori Landers

ELA Teacher

Tori brings over 15 years of teaching experience, a degree in Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, and a heart full of curiosity and care. She’s taught internationally, worked in special needs preschool programs, and still tutors students from her time abroad in Germany. At home, she and her husband Scott enjoy life with two grown children and three furry companions—including a playful Irish Setter! Tori loves biking, swimming, organizing, and collecting insects—and she’s excited to spark wonder and enthusiasm in her ELA classroom

Join our team

Are you passionate about education and eager to inspire young minds? The Good Life Homeschool Center is seeking creative, enthusiastic part-time educators who are ready to share their talents and make learning come alive for K–5 students.


We welcome teachers from all walks of life—including moms, retired educators, college students studying education, and specialists in music, art, nature, and more. If you have a gift and a heart for teaching, we want to hear from you!


We’re looking for teachers who:

• Love what they teach and bring that passion into the classroom


• Can design engaging, project-based, and hands-on curriculum—with support from our staff or using purchased curriculum as needed


• Are excited to work with K–5 students in small, age-divided classes (K–2 and 3–5)


• Believe in real-world learning, creativity, and supporting children at their own pace


• Value collaboration with families to ensure each child thrives


• Have unique skills or interests they’re excited to share—whether it’s music, robotics, storytelling, cooking, or something else entirely



At The Good Life, learning is joyful, meaningful, and deeply connected to the real world. Our approach is hands-on, flexible, and rooted in curiosity. We thrive on creativity, and we’re building a team of educators who do too.



All applicants must pass a background check prior to hiring.



Have a child enrolling in our program? Be sure to select the “Teacher with Enrolled Child” option during your application to receive a financial credit toward your family’s tuition.



 The Good Life Homeschool Center is committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for all. We do not discriminate based on race, color, gender, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.

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