Classroom Teachers
Kate Adams
Secondary Science
Hometown: Sheboygan, 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 2029).
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 2029).
Jayson Aguilar
Third Grade
Hometown: San Francisco, California
On staff since: 2026
Qualifications: Bachelor of Science in Psychology: Life Coaching, Liberty University, 2023. ACSI Certification as Elementary Teacher, 2025
On staff since: 2026
Qualifications: Bachelor of Science in Psychology: Life Coaching, Liberty University, 2023. ACSI Certification as Elementary Teacher, 2025
Karen Amador
First Grade
Hometown: Estelí, Nicaragua
On staff since: 2010
Qualifications: B.A. (Licenciada) in Business Administration, University of Managua, 2015. Postgrado en Dirección de Operaciones y Recursos Humanos, University of Managua, 2015.
On staff since: 2010
Qualifications: B.A. (Licenciada) in Business Administration, University of Managua, 2015. Postgrado en Dirección de Operaciones y Recursos Humanos, University of Managua, 2015.
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.
Kaitlyn Ashcraft
Secondary Math
On staff since: 2026
Andrea Baker
Instructional Coach, 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
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
Hometown: Managua, Nicaragua
On staff since: 2021
Qualifications: Ingeniero de Sistemas, La Universidad Adventista de Nicaragua, Managua, 2020.
On staff since: 2021
Qualifications: Ingeniero de Sistemas, La Universidad Adventista de Nicaragua, Managua, 2020.
Chelsea Diefenbach
Secondary Math
Hometown: Arcadia, California
On staff since: 2025
Qualifications: Master of Arts in Education, Claremont Graduate University, California, 2010. Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics, Whittier College, California, 2009.
On staff since: 2025
Qualifications: Master of Arts in Education, Claremont Graduate University, California, 2010. Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics, Whittier College, California, 2009.
Kerri Estes
Secondary Bible
Hometown: Carthage, Mississippi
On staff since: 2024
Qualifications: Master of Arts in Secondary Education, Mississippi State University, 2010. Bachelor of Arts in Spanish, minor in Religion, Lee University, 2007.
On staff since: 2024
Qualifications: Master of Arts in Secondary Education, Mississippi State University, 2010. Bachelor of Arts in Spanish, minor in Religion, Lee University, 2007.
Erminia Flores
Spanish SL
Hometown: San José de los Remates, Boac
On staff since: 2025
Qualifications: Licenciada en Educación con Mención en Inglés, Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Nicaragua-Managua (UNAN-Managua), 2014.
On staff since: 2025
Qualifications: Licenciada en Educación con Mención en Inglés, Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Nicaragua-Managua (UNAN-Managua), 2014.
Roberto García
Music Teacher
Hometown: Managua, Nicaragua
On staff since: 2026
Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Music Education, UNAN-Managua, Nicaragua, 2025
On staff since: 2026
Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Music Education, UNAN-Managua, Nicaragua, 2025
Wendy Gómez
Fifth Grade
Hometown: Managua, Nicaragua
On staff since: 2024
Qualifications: Masters in Educational Psychology (Psicopedagogía), Universidad de Barcelona (UNIBA), Spain, 2018. Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education, minor in Special Education and Reading, Dordt University, Iowa, 2012.
On staff since: 2024
Qualifications: Masters in Educational Psychology (Psicopedagogía), Universidad de Barcelona (UNIBA), Spain, 2018. Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education, minor in Special Education and Reading, Dordt University, Iowa, 2012.
Amanda Gutiérrez
Athletic Director
Hometown: Davenport, Iowa
On staff since: 2022
Qualifications: Bachelor of Arts in Sociology, minor in Anthropology and Spanish, Eastern University, 2000.
On staff since: 2022
Qualifications: Bachelor of Arts in Sociology, minor in Anthropology and Spanish, Eastern University, 2000.
Alexis Hernández
Elem Physical Education
Hometown: El Crucero, Nicaragua
On staff since: 2022
Qualifications: Licenciado en Enseñanza del Inglés como Lengua Extranjera, Universidad Centroamericana, 2017.
On staff since: 2022
Qualifications: Licenciado en Enseñanza del Inglés como Lengua Extranjera, Universidad Centroamericana, 2017.
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
Dori Hrabal
Fourth Grade
Hometown: Beaverton, Oregon
On staff since: 2026
On staff since: 2026
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.
Genid Lanzas
Second Grade
Hometown: Managua, Nicaragua
On staff since: 2026
On staff since: 2026
Jason Link
Secondary English and Bible
Hometown: Traverse City, Michigan
On staff since: 2020
Qualifications: Master of Divinity, Fuller Theological Seminary, California, 2016. Bachelor of Arts in English Writing, DePauw University, Indiana, 2006.
On staff since: 2020
Qualifications: Master of Divinity, Fuller Theological Seminary, California, 2016. Bachelor of Arts in English Writing, DePauw University, Indiana, 2006.
Andrea McFall
Secondary Guidance Counselor
Hometown: Greenwood, Indiana
On staff since: 2017
Qualifications: Master Arts in School Counseling, Indiana Wesleyan University, 2024. Bachelor of Science in Math Education, Indiana Wesleyan University, 2012.
On staff since: 2017
Qualifications: Master Arts in School Counseling, Indiana Wesleyan University, 2024. Bachelor of Science in Math Education, Indiana Wesleyan University, 2012.
Natalie Moore
Sixth Grade
Hometown: San Angelo, Texas
On staff since: 2025
Qualifications: Master of Science in Education, major in Curriculum and Instruction, Baylor University, Texas, 2011. Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics, Baylor University, Texas, 2010. Washington State Teaching Certificate
On staff since: 2025
Qualifications: Master of Science in Education, major in Curriculum and Instruction, Baylor University, Texas, 2011. Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics, Baylor University, Texas, 2010. Washington State Teaching Certificate
Yajaira Ortega
Spanish
Hometown: Managua, Nicaragua
On staff since: 2022
Qualifications: Licenciada en Educación Primaria, La Universidad Adventista de Nicaragua, Managua, 2020.
On staff since: 2022
Qualifications: Licenciada en Educación Primaria, La Universidad Adventista de Nicaragua, Managua, 2020.
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.
Helen Quail
Librarian
Hometown: London, England
On staff since: 2025
Qualifications: Bachelor of Arts in Drama, Theatre Studies and Psychology, University of Liverpool, 2003.
On staff since: 2025
Qualifications: Bachelor of Arts in Drama, Theatre Studies and Psychology, University of Liverpool, 2003.
Heidi Saballos
Pre-K II
Hometown: Montpellier, France
On staff since: 2018
Qualifications: Master of Education, Dordt University, Iowa, 2024. Bachelor of Arts in Community Development, Covenant College, Georgia, 2009.
On staff since: 2018
Qualifications: Master of Education, Dordt University, Iowa, 2024. Bachelor of Arts in Community Development, Covenant College, Georgia, 2009.
Tandy Seppala
MS English/Social Studies
Hometown: New Ipswich, New Hampshire
On staff since: 2024
Qualifications: Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education, George Fox University, Oregon, 2022.
On staff since: 2024
Qualifications: Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education, George Fox University, Oregon, 2022.
Rodolfo Solís
Spanish
Hometown: Managua, Nicaragua
On staff since: 2017
Qualifications: Licenciado en Ciencias de la Educación, con mención en Lengua y Literatura Hispánicas, UNAN - Managua, 2025. Licenciado en Derecho, Abogado y Notario Público, UNAN-Managua, 2009.
On staff since: 2017
Qualifications: Licenciado en Ciencias de la Educación, con mención en Lengua y Literatura Hispánicas, UNAN - Managua, 2025. Licenciado en Derecho, Abogado y Notario Público, UNAN-Managua, 2009.
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
Bethany Ten Haken
Secondary SOAAR Coordinator
Hometown: Sioux Center, Iowa
On staff since: 2025
Qualifications: Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education (K-6) and Instructional Strategist I (K-12), Dordt University, Iowa, 2023. Master of Special Education in Instructional Strategist I & II: All, Dordt University, Iowa (anticipated May 2025)
On staff since: 2025
Qualifications: Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education (K-6) and Instructional Strategist I (K-12), Dordt University, Iowa, 2023. Master of Special Education in Instructional Strategist I & II: All, Dordt University, Iowa (anticipated May 2025)
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.
Sarang Yoon
ESL/ELD Teacher
On staff since: 2026
