TOWNSEND LEARNING CENTER
Our Mission
We believe that everyone can gain the skills and confidence through continued learning to reach their goals. Our programming has been specifically designed for students in all stages of life, from veterans and workers returning to the workplace after injury to adults, young adults, and children in need of academic tutoring and SAT test preparation.
How can we help you?
ABOUT
In our 40+ years in existence, we have grown and changed in so many ways. Throughout our evolution, however, we have always believed that education equals opportunity and continue to maintain our mission to extend opportunities to everyone.
Townsend Learning Center
OUR TEAM

SARAH LITTLEFIELD M.Ed.
Sarah Littlefield, M.Ed. is the co-founder and executive director of Townsend Learning Center. Her educational and experiential background was integral to her vision for a learning center for children and adults where each person’s unique gifts are recognized, where their barriers to learning are seen as opportunities to grow, to overcome, and to thrive in lifelong learning settings.

LINDA MALIK, M.Ed.
Linda Malik received her master’s degree in education from Case Western Reserve University and has extensive training and experience in learning disabilities and psycho educational assessment. Her experience includes teaching and assessing middle and high school, public and private school students, developing programs for the learning disabled, training teachers, teaching at the college level, and serving in a staff position in learning assessment at the Cleveland Clinic.

Van A. Bray M.Ed.
Van has over twenty years of experience designing, teaching, and managing effective curriculum and learning environments for adults. His work includes university, adult basic, adult vocational, computer technology, and assistive technology. Van holds an Ohio teaching license, undergraduate degrees in education and engineering, and an M.Ed. in Adult Learning and Development.

PATRICIA THOMAS
Patricia Thomas is the face of Townsend. Along with office organization and communication, Pat familiarizes students with the building and policies as well as giving students an overview of the curriculum. As a graduate of our program, Pat is not only an inspiring example for our clients but also offers valuable input as we continue to improve the services we offer.

Brian Handke
Brian Handke has been working with Townsend for three years, but has recently joined us in our center. As head of the SAT/ACT program, Brian uses his Ohio teaching certification to design a program that works. He attended the Ohio State University and also holds degrees in Operations Management and Purchasing.

Samuel Wagner, M.A.
Sam Wagner holds a Master's degree in English with a focus in professional and technical writing. In addition to creating/editing Townsend's written materials, Sam also works with case managers to ensure a smooth transition to work adjustment for new clients. Since joining Townsend in 2014, Sam's responsibilities have grown to include roles in the accounting and human resources departments, as well as providing instruction in the classroom.

Christina Higgins
Christina Higgins decided to be a teacher when she was in the 4th grade. Today, one of her favorite possessions in life is her library card. She earned a BS in Secondary Education and studied Criminal Justice. Her experience includes adult new readers, elementary school students, English Language Learners, the incarcerated, college prep and career training students. Career highlights include designing kits for corporate and volunteer groups to use in after school reading programs, creating an anthology of short stories for at risk students, and becoming a certified PhonoGraphix Reading Trainer.
Vocational Rehabilitation
Academic Success
Adult Learning
Location:
Northeast OhioTownsend Learning Center
1667 East 40th Street, Suite 1B
Cleveland, OH 44103
216.472.8300
Departments:
Work Adjustment, Training and Situational Assessment:Linda Malik
216.472.8300 ext 105
linda@learnwithus.com
SAT/ACT Test Prep
Brian Handke
brian.handke@learnwithus.com
216-472-8300 ext 139
