Classroom Teachers
Kate Adams
Secondary Science
Hometown: Estados Unidos, Wisconsin
On staff since: 2023
Qualifications: Calvin College, Grand Rapids, MI – BS Biology & Secondary Education, minor in Health Education (2009). Indiana Professional Educator License, grades 5-12: Life Sciences, Health Education (valid through 2024).
On staff since: 2023
Qualifications: Calvin College, Grand Rapids, MI – BS Biology & Secondary Education, minor in Health Education (2009). Indiana Professional Educator License, grades 5-12: Life Sciences, Health Education (valid through 2024).
Amanda Ammons
Speech and Language Pathologist
Hometown: Naples, Florida
On staff since: 2023
Qualifications: Master of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders, Florida State University, 2010. Bachelor of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders, Florida State University, 2008.
On staff since: 2023
Qualifications: Master of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders, Florida State University, 2010. Bachelor of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders, Florida State University, 2008.
Daniel Bain
Secondary Math
Hometown: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
On staff since: 2021
Qualifications: Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, University of Southern California, 2005.
On staff since: 2021
Qualifications: Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, University of Southern California, 2005.
Andrea Baker
Secondary Math
Hometown: Jefferson, Iowa
On staff since: 2019
Qualifications: MA in Education, concentration in Special Populations, Augustana University, South Dakota, 2017. BA in Mathematics, Secondary Education Endorsement, Simpson College, Iowa, 2003. Iowa Teaching Credentials
On staff since: 2019
Qualifications: MA in Education, concentration in Special Populations, Augustana University, South Dakota, 2017. BA in Mathematics, Secondary Education Endorsement, Simpson College, Iowa, 2003. Iowa Teaching Credentials
Meghan Barker
Secondary Worship Coordinator, ELD
Hometown: San Antonio, Texas
On staff since: 2018
Qualifications: B.A. in Music, Vocal Emphasis, minor in Spanish, University of Texas at San Antonio, 2007.
On staff since: 2018
Qualifications: B.A. in Music, Vocal Emphasis, minor in Spanish, University of Texas at San Antonio, 2007.
Elías Castillo
Computers
On staff since: 2021
Susan Cole
HS Social Studies
Hometown: Richmond, Virginia
On staff since: 2022
Qualifications:
On staff since: 2022
Qualifications:
BS in Secondary Education (History and English) and a BA in Biblical Studies from Johnson University, TN, 2013. Master of Arts in Holistic Education, K-12, from Johnson University, 2014. ACSI licensed secondary teacher since 2013.
Elena Dávila
Spanish
Hometown: Managua, Nicaragua
On staff since: 2011
Qualifications: Licenciada (B.A.) in Secondary Education, major in Spanish Language and Literature, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de Nicaragua, 2003. Título (Certification) in Secondary and Elementary Education. Diplomado de Enseñanza del Español como Lengua Extranjera, UNAN Managua, 2019.
On staff since: 2011
Qualifications: Licenciada (B.A.) in Secondary Education, major in Spanish Language and Literature, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de Nicaragua, 2003. Título (Certification) in Secondary and Elementary Education. Diplomado de Enseñanza del Español como Lengua Extranjera, UNAN Managua, 2019.
Kerri Estes
Secondary Bible
On staff since: 2024
Wendy Gómez
Fifth Grade
On staff since: 2024
Thomás Gutiérrez
Technology Coordinator
Hometown: Managua, Nicaragua
On staff since: 2004
Qualifications: Ingeniería en Computación, Universidad Nacional de Ingeniería, 2004
On staff since: 2004
Qualifications: Ingeniería en Computación, Universidad Nacional de Ingeniería, 2004
Judith Hernández
Kindergarten Teacher
Hometown: Managua, Nicaragua
On staff since: 2019
Qualifications: Bachelors in Design and Visual Communications, Universidad Americana (UAM), Managua, 2018.
On staff since: 2019
Qualifications: Bachelors in Design and Visual Communications, Universidad Americana (UAM), Managua, 2018.
Amy Hoogeveen
Learning Resources Teacher
Hometown: Sully, Iowa
On staff since: 2014
Qualifications: B.A. in Elementary General Classroom, minors in Reading and Special Education, Dordt College, Iowa, 2012.
On staff since: 2014
Qualifications: B.A. in Elementary General Classroom, minors in Reading and Special Education, Dordt College, Iowa, 2012.
Matt House
School Chaplain
Hometown: Vista, California
On staff since: 2013
Qualifications: Master of Divinity (M.Div.) in Pastoral/General Ministries, Talbot School of Theology of Biola University, California, 2012. B.A. in Biblical and Theological Studies, Biola University, California, 2002
On staff since: 2013
Qualifications: Master of Divinity (M.Div.) in Pastoral/General Ministries, Talbot School of Theology of Biola University, California, 2012. B.A. in Biblical and Theological Studies, Biola University, California, 2002
Andrew Ippel
SOAAR Coordinator
Hometown: Grand Rapids, Michigan
On staff since: 2013
Qualifications: M.A. in Education, concentration in Literacy, Calvin College, Michigan, 2010. B.A. in Education, major in Elementary Education and Special Education, concentration in Cognitive Impairments, Calvin College, Michigan, 2004. Professional Educator's Certificate, State of Michigan.
On staff since: 2013
Qualifications: M.A. in Education, concentration in Literacy, Calvin College, Michigan, 2010. B.A. in Education, major in Elementary Education and Special Education, concentration in Cognitive Impairments, Calvin College, Michigan, 2004. Professional Educator's Certificate, State of Michigan.
Milagros Juárez
Spanish
Hometown: Managua, Nicaragua
On staff since: 2014
Qualifications: Licenciada en Ciencias de la Educación con Mención en Lengua y Literatura Hispánicas, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de Nicaragua (UNAN Managua), 2015. Teacher Certification for Elementary and Secondary Grades, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de Nicaragua (UNAN Managua), 2014.
On staff since: 2014
Qualifications: Licenciada en Ciencias de la Educación con Mención en Lengua y Literatura Hispánicas, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de Nicaragua (UNAN Managua), 2015. Teacher Certification for Elementary and Secondary Grades, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de Nicaragua (UNAN Managua), 2014.
Marisa Kohler
Pre-K I
Hometown: Managua, Nicaragua
On staff since: 2017
Qualifications: Licenciada (B.A.) in Psychology, Universidad Centroamericana, Managua, 2006. Diplomado en línea sobre Diagnóstico e Intervención del Trastorno del Espectro Autista, La Asociación de Autismo Desarrollo y Arte de México, May 2019.
On staff since: 2017
Qualifications: Licenciada (B.A.) in Psychology, Universidad Centroamericana, Managua, 2006. Diplomado en línea sobre Diagnóstico e Intervención del Trastorno del Espectro Autista, La Asociación de Autismo Desarrollo y Arte de México, May 2019.
Jason Link
Secondary English and Bible
Hometown: Traverse City, Michigan
On staff since: 2020
Qualifications: B.A. in English Writing, DePauw University, Indiana, 2006.
On staff since: 2020
Qualifications: B.A. in English Writing, DePauw University, Indiana, 2006.
Anita MacBain
Third Grade
Hometown: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
On staff since: 2021
Qualifications: Master of Arts in Education, American Pathway University, Colorado, 2011. Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice, West Chester University, Pennsylvania, 1984.
On staff since: 2021
Qualifications: Master of Arts in Education, American Pathway University, Colorado, 2011. Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice, West Chester University, Pennsylvania, 1984.
Andrea McFall
Secondary Guidance Counselor
Hometown: Greenwood, Indiana
On staff since: 2017
Qualifications: B.S. in Math Education, Indiana Wesleyan University, 2012.
On staff since: 2017
Qualifications: B.S. in Math Education, Indiana Wesleyan University, 2012.
Yajaira Ortega
Spanish
On staff since: 2022
Marlyn Pérez
Spanish
Hometown: Managua, Nicaragua
On staff since: 2012
Qualifications: Licenciada (B.S.) in Education, Universidad Nacional Autónoma, Nicaragua, 1992. Diplomado de Enseñanza del Español como Lengua Extranjera, UNAN Managua, 2019.
On staff since: 2012
Qualifications: Licenciada (B.S.) in Education, Universidad Nacional Autónoma, Nicaragua, 1992. Diplomado de Enseñanza del Español como Lengua Extranjera, UNAN Managua, 2019.
Anna Randall
Second Grade
Hometown: Pensacola, Florida
On staff since: 2021
Qualifications: Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education with Bilingual and ESL Endorsement, Wheaton College, Illinois, 2020,
On staff since: 2021
Qualifications: Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education with Bilingual and ESL Endorsement, Wheaton College, Illinois, 2020,
Julia Rohrer
ESL/ELD Teacher
Hometown: Silver Spring, Maryland
On staff since: 2023
Qualifications: Bachelor of Arts in ESOL K-12, minor in Spanish, Salisbury University, Maryland, 2021. Maryland State Teacher Certification (ESOL K-12)
On staff since: 2023
Qualifications: Bachelor of Arts in ESOL K-12, minor in Spanish, Salisbury University, Maryland, 2021. Maryland State Teacher Certification (ESOL K-12)
Heidi Saballos
Pre-K II
Hometown: Montpellier, France
On staff since: 2018
Qualifications: Bachelor of Arts in Community Development, Covenant College, Georgia, 2009.
On staff since: 2018
Qualifications: Bachelor of Arts in Community Development, Covenant College, Georgia, 2009.
Melissa Smith
Music
Hometown: Garner, North Carolina
On staff since: 2021
Qualifications: Bachelors in Music Education, Appalachian State University, North Carolina, 2015. Professional Educator's License, Music K-12, State of North Carolina.
On staff since: 2021
Qualifications: Bachelors in Music Education, Appalachian State University, North Carolina, 2015. Professional Educator's License, Music K-12, State of North Carolina.
Rodolfo Solís
Spanish
Hometown: Managua, Nicaragua
On staff since: 2017
Qualifications: Licenciado en Derecho, Abogado y Notario Público, UNAN-Managua, 2009. Estudios en Maestro de Educación Primaria y Licenciatura en Lengua y Literatura
On staff since: 2017
Qualifications: Licenciado en Derecho, Abogado y Notario Público, UNAN-Managua, 2009. Estudios en Maestro de Educación Primaria y Licenciatura en Lengua y Literatura
Jessica Stuebner
Secondary Science
Hometown: Rockland, Massachusetts
On staff since: 2009
Qualifications: M.S. in Clinical Psychology, Evangel University, Missouri, 2000. B.A. in Psychology, minor in Spanish, Evangel University, Missouri, 1997. Certified Biology 6th-12th grade, State of Florida
On staff since: 2009
Qualifications: M.S. in Clinical Psychology, Evangel University, Missouri, 2000. B.A. in Psychology, minor in Spanish, Evangel University, Missouri, 1997. Certified Biology 6th-12th grade, State of Florida
Dan Turner
Athletic Director, Elem Physical Education
Hometown: Audubon, Pennsylvania
On staff since: 2019
Qualifications: B.A. in Kinesiology, Minor in Health Education, Calvin College, Michigan, 2013. Provisional Teaching Certificate in Secondary Health (6-12) and Physical Education (K-12), State of Michigan, 2013.
On staff since: 2019
Qualifications: B.A. in Kinesiology, Minor in Health Education, Calvin College, Michigan, 2013. Provisional Teaching Certificate in Secondary Health (6-12) and Physical Education (K-12), State of Michigan, 2013.
Melinda Uhl
Secondary English
Hometown: Lancaster, California
On staff since: 2017
Qualifications: Bachelor of Arts in English, Ohio Christian University, 2020. AA in Letters, Arts, and Sciences, Antelope Valley College, California, 2003. TESOL Certification, International TEFL & TESOL Training, 2016.
On staff since: 2017
Qualifications: Bachelor of Arts in English, Ohio Christian University, 2020. AA in Letters, Arts, and Sciences, Antelope Valley College, California, 2003. TESOL Certification, International TEFL & TESOL Training, 2016.
María Auxiliadora Vargas
Spanish
Hometown: El Crucero, Managua, Nicaragua
On staff since: 2016
Qualifications: Licenciada en Ciencias de la Educación con mención en Inglés, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de Nicaragua. Profesora de Enseñanza Media en Lengua y Literatura Hispánica, UNICA, 2022.
On staff since: 2016
Qualifications: Licenciada en Ciencias de la Educación con mención en Inglés, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de Nicaragua. Profesora de Enseñanza Media en Lengua y Literatura Hispánica, UNICA, 2022.
Rachel Wordes
First Grade
Hometown: Renville, Minnesota
On staff since: 2022
Qualifications: Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education -- General Classroom, minors in English as a Second Language and Art, Dordt University, Iowa, 2022
On staff since: 2022
Qualifications: Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education -- General Classroom, minors in English as a Second Language and Art, Dordt University, Iowa, 2022
