About Us
Decades of enrichment experience. Thousands of students reached. Meet the team caring for your child.
We know how to create successful programs
Flex was created in 2011 by serial education entrepreneur Joshua Chernikoff to help address the market inefficiencies of school run enrichment programs. Now, ten years later Flex has expanded its footprint under current majority owner and CEO Michael Fay. We now have strong, proven systems to streamline the planning and management process of the entire after school hours whether it be camps, before/after care, or enrichment. All of this work is done while maintaining an unwavering commitment to safety and quality.
Our work allows PTAs and school districts to not just offer great programing but also generate revenue to help support the local school community. Today, we serve thousands of children each school year across multiple states.
Experienced Professionals Bringing Excitement To Schools
Executive Team
Michael Fay
Chief Executive Officer
Rhondalyne Reed-Ferguson
Chief Talent Officer
Rhondalyne has worked with children and youth in several capacities for over 25 years.
Over those two and a half decades, she has worked in schools, child protective services, and daycare administration, to name a few. She has a background in social work, and earned both a Bachelors and Masters degree in the field.
Rhondalyne is also a super proud mother to a 12 year old son who keeps her busy with his interests in technology, WWE, and music. She finds time to mentor and counsel the youth in our community.
Michael MacDonald
Chief Administrative Officer
Michael brings over 10 years of experience in the Franchise Development sector to Flex Academies. He was also directly responsible for building hundreds of partnerships between schools and a leader in the QSR industry to deliver healthy, affordable lunch options for students. Michael is passionate about making Flex’s high-quality enrichment and care programs available to students across the country. Michael is the proud father of two boys, ages 11 & 15. In his spare time, he is an avid marathon runner and enjoys spending as much time as possible at the beach.
Leadership Team
Marcus Robinson
Senior Manager of Operations
Originally from New York, Marcus Robinson brings over 6 years of experience in administration and program leadership to MTF Childcare.
As the Operations Manager, he oversees several Before and After School Programs, supporting staff, maintaining high-quality standards, and ensuring that every child is in a safe, engaging, and nurturing environment.
Outside of work, Marcus enjoys fashion styling, writing, watching reality TV, and finding new ways to inspire creativity in others. His passion for youth development, combined with his vibrant personality and commitment to excellence, makes him a valued part of the MTF team.
Field Operators
Our programs are supported by a staff of educators, who are hired, trained, and managed by Flex. Our team is engaged in the school community to support PTAs, school leadership, and parents on a daily basis. Our enrichment and program coordinators, as well as program instructors care deeply about student growth, achievement, and the safety of every child in our care.
