Independent Education, a licensed and insured learning center, was founded in 2001 with the hope of creating a calm, professional atmosphere where students could complete online and correspondence based high school curriculum and earn accredited diplomas.
The company has since grown to meet the academic support needs of college students, as well as provide assistance with practical matters such as driver licenses, financial aid, and finding employment. Our mission is helping young people build functional and satisfying lives for themselves based on hard work, academic success and productive citizenship.
Our staff of experienced educators teaches and models the organization and study skills that allow students to maximize their potential. We have helped many students of varying capacities increase their academic success and develop greater personal maturity.
Dan Calleja, the founding owner, has worked with adolescents as teacher and mentor for over twelve years. He earned his BA from the University of Central Florida, and his MA in Education from Goddard College. Dan specializes in English, math, science, Spanish and college admissions.
Javier Pastrana has mentored adolescents for five years. He graduated from the University of Central Florida business school and worked in the human resource division of a national corporation. Javier specializes in math, Spanish, social studies, organization skills, resume creation and interview preparation.
Jena Chodak has mentored adolescents for over six years. She is a former Independent Education student who graduated from Rollins College with honors and plans to someday attend law school. Jena specializes in English, social studies, Spanish, college guidance and student financial aid.
What Our Clients Are Saying
What I got the most out of completing high school at Independent Education was taking responsibility for my own education. I had teachers available both over the internet and in the office; but ultimately, I had to want to learn the things I was learning.read more
Emily B. (student)