OUR TEAM

Matthew and Shawn Parker are Harvard-certified instructors in Artificial Intelligence, Python programming, and advanced computational thinking; an exceptionally rare credential in K–12 and homeschool education. As twin brothers, founders, and lead instructors of Parker Academy of AI & Innovation, they bring a unique blend of elite academic training, entrepreneurship, and faith-centered leadership to every student they teach.

Graduates of the prestigious Warrington College of Business at the University of Florida, the Parkers both earned Top Honors recognition, The Presidential Award,  and have built multiple successful businesses, including a thriving software development company and Dropship Coffee Company.

In addition to their Harvard credentials, Matthew and Shawn are:

    •    Level II Certified Reading Specialists for Pinellas County Schools

    •.    certified teachers

    •    Nucamp-trained coders specializing in modern development tools

    •    Experienced tutors across STEM, reading, writing, and analytical skills

    •    Avid chess players and instructors, teaching strategy and logic

    •    Chefs, creators, and makers with a passion for hands-on learning

    •    Motivational and biblical speakers committed to character formation

    •    A published author (Shawn), including a title that earned a highly distinguished Kirkus Review

    •    ISSA certified personal trainers

Together, the Parkers unite technical mastery, educational expertise, and Christian leadership to inspire the next generation of ethical technologists, innovators, and thinkers.