Tara Vanderwoude

Tara VanderWoude is an experienced social worker and educator with a strong background in adoption-related services and advocacy. Currently serving as the Assistant Dean Of Students at The Oaks Academy since 2017, Tara also operates as a Consulting Social Worker, Educator, and Advocate, providing nationwide education and training on various adoption topics. Previously, Tara held positions including Adoption Social Worker at Bethany Christian Services and Care Manager Supervisor at CICOA, Aging & In-Home Solutions. Educationally, Tara VanderWoude obtained a Bachelor of Social Work with minors in Psychology and Sociology from Cornerstone University.