Meet Our Crew



Miss Jen Kontur



owner/lead teacher



Years Teaching Gymnastics:

Since 2003


Most Loved Gymnastics Event:

​Balance Beam


Favorite Part of Teaching at LLG: "My favorite part is seeing my vision come to life. I absolutely love the community we have created here and the relationships I have formed along the way. I truly enjoy going to work every day and getting to use my creativity in planning lessons and events. Helping children conquer skills that they never thought they could do and watching them grow as individuals never gets old to me!"


Fun Facts: Jen is a licensed educator and spent several years as a Title 1 teacher even taught Physical Education. Besides doing gymnastics growing up, she is also a very good bowler and loves to watch all things dance related. Jen, her husband "Mr. Jen", and three children all love Disney and travel there often so next time you see her try to stump her on some Disney trivia!





Miss Sophie



gym coordinator/teacher



Years Teaching Gymnastics:

Since 2021


Most Loved Gymnastics Event:

​Balance Beam


Favorite Part of Teaching at LLG: "My favorite part is connecting with the students. Building those relationships while watching the children grow and advance is very special!"


Fun Facts: Sophie was a competitive gymnast and cheerleader for many years growing up. She is also a certified yoga and pilates instructor!





Miss Caitlin



toddler & preschool teacher



Years Teaching Gymnastics:

Since 2021


Most Loved Gymnastics Event:

​Vault


Favorite Part of Teaching at LLG: "My favorite part is working with all of the amazing families! We have so much fun together! It's cool to watch their little eyes light up when they make a new friend or master a new skill. It's fun to dance, jump, swing, and be a little silly for a few hours!"


Fun Facts: Caitlin wears a size 2 children's shoe and is only 4 foot 11 inches tall. I guess you can say she is pint-sized! Caitlin also has a mental health and wellness blog called Reel Chat that she is very passional about.





Miss Miranda



gymnastics teacher



Years Teaching Gymnastics:

Since 2022


Most Loved Gymnastics Event:

Uneven Bars


Favorite Part of Teaching at LLG: "My favorite part is building relationships with the children and watching them discover new things."


Fun Facts: Miranda did gymnastics from the time she was a baby until high school. She also enjoys traveling, especially to her favorite place Disney World!





Miss Joey



gymnastics teacher



Years Teaching Gymnastics:

Since 2025


Most Loved Gymnastics Event:

Floor Exercise


Favorite Part of Teaching at LLG: "My favorite part is helping little kids have fun and learn new skills."


Fun Facts: Joey tore her ACL playing soccer. She is also a Senior in High School this year.





Miss Grace



gymnastics teacher



Years Teaching Gymnastics:

Since 2025


Most Loved Gymnastics Event:

Floor Exercise


Favorite Part of Teaching at LLG:

"My favorite part is being a part of, as well as helping create such a fun, encouraging, and easy going environment. I love seeing the joy and excitement on the gymnasts’ faces every time they walk into the gym, and watching them find their love and passion for the same sport I did 16 years ago is such an amazing feeling."


Fun Facts: Grace started gymnastics when she was 3 years old and was a competitive gymnast for 8 years. In high school, she took on running and joined the track and cross country team. She is now in college at Kent State, studying Psychology!





Miss Madi



gymnastics & cheer teacher



Years Teaching Gymnastics/Cheer:

Since 2025


Most Loved Gymnastics Event:

Floor Exercise


Favorite Part of Teaching at LLG: "My favorite part is seeing the smile on the kids' faces when they accomplish a new skill."


Fun Facts: Madi is a Junior in High School. She is a varsity cheerleader and a competitive cheerleader. Her favorite skill is a roundoff back handspring series!





Miss Beth



art teacher



Years Teaching Art:

Since 2000


Most Loved Gymnastics Event:

Floor Exercise


Favorite Part of Teaching at LLG: "My favorite part is being a part of all of the creativity at Learning Ladder. I love seeing the kids get excited, whether it be learning a new gymnastics skill or doing a fun art project or just having fun! I also love all of the people I've met including both kids and adults!"


Fun Facts: In addition to Learning Ladder, Beth also works with adults with developmental disabilities doing art therapy. Beth has two kids who both love gymnastics and two cats. She loves trees, starry skies, and spending time with her family and friends. Beth has been a dedicated staff member at LLG since 2017!



Miss Mia



substitute teacher



Years Teaching Gymnastics/Cheer:

Since 2019


Most Loved Gymnastics Event:

Floor Exercise


Favorite Part of Teaching at LLG: "My favorite part is working with the students. Building relationships and watching these young athletes grow both in their skills and as people is beyond rewarding!"


Fun Facts: Mia started cheering competitively when she was just 3 years old and cheered all the way through college as a Kent State Cheerleader!



Miss Jennifer



substitute teacher



Years Teaching Gymnastics:

On and off for the last 20+ years


Most Loved Gymnastics Event:

Uneven Bars


Favorite Part of Teaching at LLG: "My favorite part is seeing how proud and excited students are when they learn a new skill or attempt something that maybe they have been scared to do."


Fun Facts: Jennifer was introduced to Learning Ladder from her daughter Ava who has taught here and loved it! When she left for college at Ohio State, Jennifer was excited to step in and help at the gym where needed.





Miss Rachel



seasonal teacher



Years Teaching Gymnastics:

Since 2025


Most Loved Gymnastics Event:

Floor Exercise


Favorite Part of Teaching at LLG: "My favorite part is helping to make the kids dreams come true."


Fun Facts: Rachel is a four-time champ for Brecksville-Broadview Heights High School Gymnastics.





Miss Sarah



seasonal teacher



Years Teaching Gymnastics:

Since 2023


Most Loved Gymnastics Event:

Uneven Bars & Floor Exercise


Favorite Part of Teaching at LLG: "My favorite part is being able to grow a connection with the gymnasts. I love watching their skills grow and evolve. Gymnastics is definitely not an easy sport, success is earned. It's rewarding seeing the look on the children's faces when mastering a new skill."


Fun Facts: Sarah was a competitive gymnast for 7 years. She stopped when training for level 9 due to an injury. A highlight for her was when she was State Champ. Sarah loves gymnastics and can't get enough of it!"