Get to know us!

Mighty Oaks Consulting is a family-led venture, rooted in our background in education and brought to life by the needs we discovered while raising and homeschooling our own children.

With three homeschoolers, we empathetically understand your needs more than you may realize, and are ready to inspire, guide, and support you in your homeschooling journey through personalized coaching and solutions! 

And if there’s ever a situation that’s outside the scope of our work, we will direct you to the right resource or professional (who might already be in our network!).

We don't tutor. We empower, validate, and support!

Niki Cooper, MAEd

Niki brings over 18 years of diverse educational experience to her role as a Solution and Learning Architect at our educational consulting firm. From her beginnings as a Math Intervention teacher in Wake County, where she won the Diane Kent-Parker First Year Teacher Award, to her leadership as Student Services Director at a local Montessori school, Niki has consistently championed personalized education. She has designed and implemented programs that support struggling learners, enhanced instruction (both virtually and in homes across the state), and aims to foster a love of learning through connection, play, and exploration. As a homeschooling mom herself, Niki is deeply committed to organic learning experiences and empowering families through collaboration, training, and research-driven approaches. Her passion for fostering academic excellence and personal growth transcends geographical boundaries, making her a trusted partner for families navigating their homeschooling journey. 

Credentials

• Award-winning teacher and trainer 

• Currently serving as the Special Needs liaison to the Homeschool Helps Director of North Carolinians for Home Education (NCHE)

• Post-graduate Ph.D. coursework in Learning and Development

• MA.Ed. in Education, focused on Neurodiverse and Academically and Intellectually Gifted Learners (Summa Cum Laude and Graduation Speaker)

• B.S. in Elementary Education, focused on upper elementary, psychology, and diverse learning needs (Magna Cum Laude)

• Teaching Certifications: Academically & Intellectually Gifted (AIG K-12), Reading (K-12), Instructional Intervention Specialist, Elementary - all subjects (K-6), Middle Grades English Language Arts (ELA 6-9), Math Intervention

Thomas Cooper III, EdD

Thomas brings a wealth of expertise in virtual learning, instructional innovation, and international education to our team. With a background that spans traditional, international, and homeschool education, Thomas is dedicated to creating inclusive learning environments where every child can thrive. As a published author and advocate for educational equity, he is passionate about leveraging tools (either through manipulatives or technology) to enhance learning experiences and remove barriers to education. Thomas is particularly captivated by accessibility in learning and has presented nationally on optimizing tech tools for educational equity. His commitment to follow-the-child principles and outdoor learning underscores his belief in hands-on, experiential education that resonates deeply with homeschooling families seeking innovative solutions.

Credentials

• Local, State, National, and International Conference Speaker

• Ed.D. in Educational Leadership

• MA.Ed. and B.S. in Middle Grades Education

• Teaching and Leadership Certifications: Superintendent license, Educational Specialist license, Administrative license, Middle Grades in Social Studies and English Language Arts (6-9)