Staff Directory

Collins joins the faculty as a sixth-grade language arts teacher. He most recently taught fourth-grade English Language Arts at Rocketship United Academy in Nashville, where he designed curricula to reflect the diverse educational, cultural and linguistic backgrounds of the students served. A published author, he frequently writes various articles, short stories and novels. He also wrote and directed two short films, including “The Runner,” which was released last year.

Crystal joins the faculty as the Lower School science teacher, combining her passion for science-related research and study with her love for teaching. She has worked the last five years as an environmental scientist and specialist for the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation. Previously, she served as a preschool teacher at Angels Watching Over Me Academy in Brentwood and as a science teacher for Metro Nashville Public Schools, where she taught physical science and chemistry. A veteran of the United States Air Force, Crystal received a master’s degree in teaching from Trevecca Nazarene University and a Bachelor of Science degree in chemistry from Tennessee State University.

Teaching is in Rachel’s genes. Her grandmother, two of her aunts, four of her cousins, her brother and her sister are all teachers. After a stint in business, Rachel spent several months volunteering in reading and tutoring programs for low income families, where she discovered her calling to become a teacher and moved from Akron, Ohio to Nashville. Rachel loves the positive environment and sense of community at OHS. She notes that she is able to come to work each day greeted by the smiling faces of her students and coworkers. Rachel also enjoys being outdoors, especially camping and hiking, as well as spending time with a good book or trying a new recipe in the kitchen.

Coneale’s inspiration to become a teacher came from her grandmother, with whom she helped set up her classroom during the summers as a young girl. Her favorite thing about working at Oak Hill School is the support she receives from administrators, colleagues, and parents, but also says that it simply is a fun place to work! Coneale, a mother of three who has been teaching at OHS for over a decade, enjoys travelling to new places, reading, and working on her exceptional bowling game in her spare time.