Meet our Staff
Julia Guerriero, Director of Youth Education
Julia Guerriero is an artist, outdoor enthusiast and educator who enjoys sharing her passion for art and nature with students of all ages. Her experience in STEAM education includes roles ranging from K-12 Art Teacher to Outdoor Educator as well as multiple leadership roles at afterschool programs in Vermont.
Julia’s approach emphasizes creating inclusive and trauma-informed learning environments where students can connect deeply with each other and the world around them as well as develop leadership skills and explore the crosscutting concepts and deep questions presented by the intersection of art and environmental science. Her work is driven by a commitment to accessibility and decolonizing education, ensuring every student has the opportunity to thrive in and beyond the classroom.
Julia’s love for nature has been a lifelong influence, guiding her to roles that integrate environmental education with creative learning. Her dedication to fostering curiosity and self-directed learning in outdoor settings aligns closely with her belief that nature is an ideal space for growth and exploration. Through her work she aims to empower young people to become thoughtful stewards of the environment and engaged members of their communities. She is delighted to join the team at Sage Mountain and looks forward to continuing and expanding the Afterschool in Nature Program here.
Charlotte Foster-Fell, Youth Program Facilitator
Charlotte Foster-Fell is a long-time Vermont resident and passionate nature enthusiast, with a deep love for the outdoors. Growing up in the hills of Cabot, she developed a strong connection to the natural world, spending much of her childhood splashing in streams and exploring the woods around her.
Charlotte’s commitment to nurturing this same love and appreciation for the outdoors in young people is at the heart of her work. She began her childcare career as a preschool substitute, where she worked year-round to guide young children in outdoor activities, encouraging them to connect with their surroundings in all kinds of weather and natural environments.
In addition to her work with children, Charlotte is a skilled fiber artist and knitter, finding inspiration in the flora and fauna of Vermont for her creations. A lover of winter sports, she also enjoys skiing, embracing all that the outdoors has to offer in every season.