
Math & Language Arts teacher for English & Spanish speaking children
Dani Ridinger
Dani Ridinger grew up in St. Louis, MO, and earned a bachelor’s degree in elementary education from the University of Mississippi. After college, she worked as a private teacher and nanny for a family in the Virgin Islands.
In 2022, Dani moved with the family to Maui, where she spent nine months creating a homeschool pod and running small summer camps.
Dani has lived in Spain for the past two years, working as a language assistant in private schools while traveling throughout Europe. She earned her TEFL certificate and deepened her passion for language and education during this time.
Now, back in Maui, Dani is a middle school Spanish teacher at Carden Academy and runs youth programs at the Maui Country Club. She loves traveling, hiking, and going on adventures, and she’s passionate about supporting kids in their education and personal growth.