Matt Rivers – School Director
Matt Rivers has worked in the field of special education for 25 years. He has held several special education positions, including teacher, coordinator and director of special education at alternative schools throughout Pennsylvania. He currently works at HRS of Philadelphia where he has served as program director since January 2020. Matt has worked at HRS of Philadelphia since it opened its doors in Fall of 2014. Matt holds a Master’s in Education with a Special Education certification from Arcadia University. He is also an alumnus of the University of Oregon, with a bachelor’s degree in Geography.
Jeannie Nutter – Director of Special Education
Jeannie Nutter has dedicated the past eight years of her career to Camelot/Sesi, starting with a background in psychology. Initially serving as a Math Teacher, Jeannie’s passion for health sciences led her to teach PE and Health, leveraging her background in powerlifting and numerous training and health certifications. Transitioning to teaching Science, she found even more fulfillment and was later promoted to Academic Coordinator while pursuing her Special Education certification.
Her personalized approach to student care fosters an environment where students feel supported, breaking down barriers to learning. As a product of growing up in Philadelphia, her drive to help the community starts in classrooms, and goes beyond to volunteer work in the community. She strongly leans on her desire to build the community she’s been part of, by pouring into students and meeting their needs. Despite challenges, Jeannie remains committed to supporting urban area students’ success, offering every opportunity to navigate the education landscape.
Wayne Gilliam – Director of Operations
Mr. Gilliam began his career educating youth in the Summer of 2014 and has been with SESI since the fall of 2017, serving as a Teacher, Team Leader, and Director of Operations. Mr. Gilliam earned his bachelor’s degree in Sports Management while playing football at Widener University. In the Spring of 2021, He earned his master’s degree in Educational Administration from Grand Canyon University and looks forward to applying newly learned knowledge to improve the academic community he serves.
