Meet Our
Team
Stanley Leman
Education Professional
Stanley Leman is a dedicated professional with a passion for supporting individuals with Autism and developmental disabilities. Since 2017, Stanley has been making a meaningful impact as an Associate Teacher at Insightful Minds, leveraging a compassionate approach and specialized expertise to empower students in their educational journey.
Stanley’s educational background reflects a diverse skill set, having pursued Culinary Arts at Hocking College and Business Entrepreneurship at Ohio University. This unique blend of knowledge enriches Stanley’s ability to connect with students and approach their development holistically.
Beyond the realm of education, Stanley finds fulfillment in various hobbies that reflect a zest for life. From rigorous workouts to exploring the great outdoors through hiking, Stanley finds balance and inspiration in nature. Avid reading and gardening serve as avenues for continuous learning and relaxation. Additionally, Stanley’s passion for sports shines through enthusiastic support for the Cleveland Browns and Cleveland Indians.
Residing in Mentor, Ohio, Stanley shares his life with his wife, Cassie, and their dog, Rudy.
Stanley embodies a commitment to nurturing growth, both in the classroom and in personal pursuits, fostering an environment of empathy, learning, and fulfillment.
Lisa Barbarino
Education Professional
Lisa grew up in Garfield Heights and currently lives in Olmsted Township, Ohio. After working as an office manager in the medical field for 25 years, Lisa shifted gears and began a career serving children with severe behavioral challenges and developmental needs. For the past 15 years, Lisa has provided life skills, mindfulness, and yoga to school-aged children. Currently in her role as the office manager at STEPS Insightful Minds, Lisa leads yoga groups for staff and students. Lisa has been a student of yoga for many years and has completed a 32-hour Yoga Kids training. In addition, Lisa has completed courses on Trauma-Informed Yoga and Yoga for the Classroom. Lisa believes that yoga and mindfulness are great tools that children can use to foster a greater sense of well-being. She believes that yoga is for everybody and that the mind-body connection emphasized in yoga helps children develop the skills necessary for self-regulation.
Jeannie Oakar
Education professional
Jeannie is an artist and teacher living and working in Cleveland, Ohio. After receiving her Bachelor’s degree in psychology and family development from the University of Dayton she lived and taught pottery in Phoenix, Arizona and eventually moved back to Cleveland to pursue her 20+ year career in mental health, visual arts and pottery. In 2005 Jeannie received her State of Ohio Visual Arts teaching license from Cleveland State University. She has taught pottery, therapeutic visual arts, social emotional learning and provided mental health programming throughout her career with Positive Education Program (PEP), Beck Center for the Arts, Brecksville Art Center, Art House Inc. and Shore Cultural Center. Through the years, she has served as treasurer,vice president and board member for various art non-profits within the city. Jeannie currently serves as the Visual Arts Teacher for STEPS Educational Group where she teaches two buildings of neurodivergent students.