your Child’s Dream Team

Leadership & Program Management

John Farber – Advising Consultant & Team Mentor for The Robo Hub

John holds a M.ED in Guidance and Counseling. As a 40-year independent school veteran with 20-year Head of School experience, John is a specialist in board governance and strategic leadership, currently serving as Managing Partner at RG175. RG175 specializes in independent school leadership and supports Boards with governance, strategy, and planning. 

John’s School Leadership Expertise: 

• Belmont Hill School
• Winston School
• Darrow School
• Landmark School
• Old Trail School
• South Kent School.

School Governance Expertise: 

• Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS)
• International Coalition of Boys Schools (ICBS)
• Ohio Association of Independent Schools (OAIS)
• International Coalition of Boys Schools (ICBS)
• Independent Schools Benefits Consortium (ISBC)
• Connecticut Association of Independent Schools (CAIS)

He is a proud husband, father of five children and is a lifelong Red Sox and Patriots fan. He currently serves on the board of the Dana Farber Cancer Institute.

Siyuan Fan – Program Manager, Mandarin & English Instructor 

Siyuan holds a Master of Education in Human Development and Psychology from Harvard Graduate School of Education and a Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education. She is a MA Licensed EEC Director II.

Siyuan has more than 7 years teaching and program management experience with early education for ages 0 to 6. Her extensive private school experience as EEC-licensed Lead Teacher includes Kingsley Montessori School, Curriculum Development Specialist for Montessori-inspired programs, and code development with STEAM-based learning for children aged 3–6 at LEGO Education 

As an expert in bilingual curriculum design, specializing in the integration of Montessori methods with modern technology, she bridges cognitive development with an interactive dynamic learning environment

Robotics & 3D Fabrication Team

Matt Gerber – Robotics & 3D Fabrication Specialist

Matt leads the technical and fabrication wing of the preschool, bringing a high level of technical expertise and experience in interactive design. 

Matt holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from Lafayette College and a Master of Professional Studies in Digital Media – Interactive Design at Northeastern University. 

Matt has been a Lead Teacher and Curriculum Author at The Robo Hub, teaching classes in Scratch coding, circuits, 3D printing, and other technical fields. His prior work includes industry experience as a Software Developer at Expeditors and Microsoft and Coordinator for “Kids Who Code” where he led volunteers in teaching coding to elementary students using Scratch. He is proficient in Java, C++, Python, and JavaScript, and is skilled in interactive design tools like Figma and Photoshop.

Joseph Atallah – 3D Fabrication Instructor

Joseph is a highly skilled engineer with a Master of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering (Mechatronic Systems) and a Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering from Northeastern University. A lifelong Cambridge resident and former Co-chair of the Cambridge Youth Council, Joseph specializes in CAD modeling (Certified SOLIDWORKS Associate), 3D printing, and electromechanical design. His experience includes manufacturing engineering at 3D Fortify, and he is dedicated to translating complex engineering principles into engaging, hands-on fabrication projects for young learners.

Christine Felt – Robotics and Music Instructor

Christine earned her Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from Simmons University, with minors in Mathematics and Data Science. She’s been elevating children’s learning at Empow Studios as After School Program Instructor, teaching 3D design, programming, and robotics to elementary students, and at Children’s Theatre of Southern Indiana, where she worked with children to bring out their best performances and potential.

Christine combines expertise in robotics with a love of performing arts, music, and creativity. She led arts projects as After School Program Instructor at Empow Studios and  the Children’s Theatre of Southern Indiana, where she worked with children to bring out their best performances.

Languages Team

Gayane Nelson – Senior Lead Teacher & French Instructor

Gayane holds a Master’s Degree in Education & Linguistics from Yerevan Brusov State University, specializing in French and English instruction. She brings over a decade of pedagogical experience, including work as a STEM educator at NORY and collaborating with the MIT Media Lab on curriculum design that blends music and technology. Gayane is an expert in fostering social-emotional growth through specialized programs like chess and linguistics, focusing on activating the unique strengths of every child.

Hedy (Chihuiye) Chen – Mandarin Assistant Instructor

Hedy is currently pursuing her Master’s in Education Policy and Analysis at Harvard University, holding a Bachelor’s in Psychology from the University of Michigan. She’s a native Mandarin speaker, with classroom experience at Towsley’s Children House and Angell Elementary, where she supported English language learners and led structured play for children aged 18 months to 5 years. Her technical background includes research at the Harvard Computation, Cognition, and Development Lab, focusing on how children learn science and technology.

Math & Science Team

Berhane Zerom – Mathematics Specialist

Berhane is a veteran educator and Fulbright Scholar with a Master of Education from the Harvard Graduate School of Education. He brings nearly two decades of experience in elite independent schools, including 16 years as a Lead Math Instructor and Homeroom Teacher at Buckingham Browne & Nichols School (BB&N) and 8 years at Cambridge Friends School. Berhane is a specialist in conceptual mathematics (CMP2, CMP3, Illustrative Mathematics) and executive function support, dedicated to helping young students see math as a language to describe their world.