
OUR STAFF

Meet Our Dedicated Educators

Marney Sobel
Marney Sobel, founder and owner of MARNEY'S, is not only the driving force behind our educational home-away-from-home, but also an English and French teacher.
With over twenty years of educational experience, and a graduate of McGill University, Marney brings a wealth of expertise to her personalized tutoring sessions, instilling confidence and inspiring a love for learning that extends beyond the classroom.
Join Marney on a transformative journey of learning and discovery at MARNEY'S.

Diana Vera
Born and raised in Los Angeles by two Mexican immigrant parents, Diana is a perfect example of how, with perseverance, family support, and determination, anything is possible. Diana holds a B.A. in Psychology and Spanish, as well as a Master's and a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology. With her extensive educational background, Diana recognizes the importance of teaching and shaping the future generation, which led her to join MARNEY'S.
Mrs. Diana Vera is a professor at Mount St. Mary's University, where she teaches Statistics and Psychology courses. As a mathematics instructor, she endeavors to make complex concepts understandable for all students and integrates real-world applications into her teaching. Diana is passionate about contributing to children's education.

Renie Simone (Ray)
Raised in England and educated in Silicon Valley, Renie is back in her LA hometown to bring a unique blend of tech skills and educational expertise to our team as a Tutor and Business Coordinator. With a degree in English & Creative Writing, she finds irony in preferring to tutor math and science.
Renie also ensures smooth operations behind the scenes, managing day-to-day business operations by creating and managing this website.
(So if you have any troubles, hit the chat button and send me a message!)

This Could Be You!
Are you an early childhood care educator? Contact us to find out more!
Our team embodies rich international backgrounds, bringing a wealth of diverse perspectives to our warm and welcoming environment. With roots spanning from Montreal, Canada, to Australia and Britain, our educators share a common passion for nurturing children's growth and learning.