Kris Cordell

Founder/Owner/ATP Instructor

• BS degree from San Diego Christian College

• 30+ years experience teaching literature and writing

Kris is the founder, owner, and leader of The Write Journey. She is grateful for the amazing team of instructors that work with her to bring quality writing instruction to students nationwide. Yes, life is a journey, and Kris’s journey has allowed her to enjoy 39+ years of marriage to her husband, Tom (who happens to do an amazing job managing our HR and bookkeeping); 35+ years of being a proud parent of their four children (and now three “perfect” grandchildren); and 20+ years of working out her vision to bring quality writing instruction to both children and adults.

Kris is passionate about IDEAS, and she feels passionate about encouraging others to share their ideas. This is why she has created a business that encourages EVERYONE to share their ideas in lively discussions and writing. As The Write Journey continues to pursue their vision to develop quality writers through relational education, excellent literature will continue to be a part of this process. Year after year, Kris and her team of instructors work to formulate unique and practical approaches to teaching writing with the goal of bringing quality education back to our homes and schools.

Julie Snyder

Educational Director/Instructor/Tutor

Julie has had the privilege of homeschooling her daughter for the first eight years of her formal education. With extensive medical issues, her daughter required many surgeries and endured sometimes days, weeks, or months of recovery time. As her nurse, Julie had to learn to balance physical needs with social experiences and educational habits that would help her grow into a brilliant student with a bright future. Julie loves a good challenge. She also loves to watch a student grasp a concept, develop skills and succeed! She believes that with effort and time, each person can learn to communicate more effectively. Writing is a huge portion of communicating, but it doesn't need to be overwhelming. With the tools we have to offer, Julie feels certain that each student will grow and blossom, becoming confident in the skills needed to be a good writer. She has extensive experience working with students of all ages, from preschool age through college level. She is passionate about teaching with kindness and joy. Learning is wonderful and Julie hopes to pass that love on to others.

Julie has transitioned into the training role for the teachers, and is the Adult Training Instructor. While she still maintains a handful of long-term tutoring students over the past 5 years, she continues to develop new resources and avenues to help our parents and community partners bring rich writing instruction to the families we serve.

Sheila Bradley

Instructor/Tutor

• BA in Liberal Studies, from Cal Baptist University

• Teaching Credential CBU 1992

• 15 years teaching experience

Sheila has been married to Darren for 30 years and they have two children together. They home schooled their children from the time they entered 4th and 6th grades, and both children graduated from college with honors. Sheila earned her Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies from California Baptist University at which time she also completed her multiple subject teaching credential. Continuing her education, she has also been certified by the Institute for Excellence in Writing as a private tutor and has attended multiple teaching and writing seminars offered as Professional Development Courses. Over the years, Sheila has taught in a private christian school and has been a substitute teacher in several school districts around California. Tutoring students in reading fluency and writing are Sheila’s passions. Now that both children are grown and have families of their own, Sheila enjoys reading, sewing, and especially playing with her new grandson.

Mary Reinig

Instructor/ Tutor

• BA in Communication, CSUSM

Meet Mary, a California dreamer with a passion for changing the world with words! Living life in sunny So. Cal., she navigated her way through her educational journey at Cal State San Marcos, majoring in Communication. It was during her time in college she discovered her talent and passion for writing. Through various assignments, and working as a professor’s assistant and tutor in the Writing Lab, Mary fell in love with the art of crafting eloquent prose that captures the very essence of a writer's soul. After working a few years in the supply chain industry, Mary found her way to the homeschool community to pursue her vision of teaching business communication skills to the younger generation. Her goal is to help set students up for success in the “real world”, and is driven by enjoying a mutual love of learning with her students. On the side, Mary celebrates life with fun hobbies like reading, beach-going, and hoola hooping. Her zest for life and dedication to fostering positive connections with her students are the driving forces behind her work with The Write Journey.