Faculty and Staff

 

Administration

 

Dr. Cooper
Head of School

After receiving a Classical Christian Education in grade school, Sean graduated Summa Cum Laude with a double major BA in Classical Studies and Medieval & Early Modern Studies and an MA in History, both from the University of Florida. He is a Phi Beta Kappa member and has been an educator for over 15 years. He enjoys woodworking, making music, cooking, and reading too many books at once with his three children in Burien.

Mr. Hill
Dean of Academics and Humanities Teacher

Stephanie is a 6+ year educator who holds a B.A. in Behavioral Science from McNeese State University and is currently pursuing a Master of Arts in Educational Leadership from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. Stephanie lives in Des Moines with her husband and their three wonderful daughters. She enjoys good coffee, hiking, spending time near the water, reading, and being actively involved in her local church.

Mrs. Englehart
Dean of Faculty and Bible Teacher

Mark is a Seattle native, Christian educator, and pastor passionate about equipping the next generation. Mark holds a BA in Biblical Studies, an MA in Christian Education, a ThM in Applied Theology, and is completing a Doctorate in Education (EdD) from Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. Mark lives in the West Seattle neighborhood with his wife Amy and their four kids, all of whom attend SCCS. Outside of school, you will catch Mark serving at his church All Souls, working out, or reading a wild variety of books. 

Mr. Smith
Dean of Students and Logic Teacher

Kim joins the team with over 20 years of leadership in church and para-church organizations serving in roles for communications, campus collegiate ministry, youth ministry and church planting. She enjoys most activities that can include spending time with friends and family like volleyball, hiking, hanging out over dinner, and watching her kids play sports.

Mrs. Arthur
Director of Advancement

Jenny received her BA in Interior Design with a minor in Business Administration from Seattle Pacific University. She currently spends all her time away from school shuttling kids to activities, cooking healthy meals, and planning family adventures. Jenny, her husband, and three children live in the Beacon Hill neighborhood.

Mrs. Whelan
Advancement Assistant & Student Life Coordinator

Mikala graduated from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte with a B.A. in Elementary Education and a minor in Children's Literature and Childhood Studies. She later earned an MBA from Western Governors University. She holds specialized certifications in Orton-Gillingham, LETRS (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling), and Gifted Education. She is passionate about providing structured literacy instruction and, outside the classroom, loves baking, traveling, and getting outdoors. She and her husband live with their two cats in the South Lake Union neighborhood.

Mrs. Thomas
Reading Specialist

Mrs. Brown
Hospitality & Community Relationships Coordinator

Mike received an undergraduate degree in Theological Studies at Calvary Chapel Bible College in Southern California and graduated from Western Seminary in Portland with a Masters in Applied Biblical Leadership. He has been pastoring for over 20 years and currently serves as Lead Pastor at Calvary Chapel Wallingford.

Mr. Monjay
Dean of Spiritual Formation and Bible Teacher

Laura graduated with a BA in Marketing from the University of Georgia. Over the last decade, she has accumulated a diverse range of experience in marketing, project management, community engagement, and organizing just about everything. She enjoys gardening, reading, and the beautiful chaos of hosting a great dinner party. Laura, her husband, and two daughters live in Magnolia. 

Mrs. West
Director of Admissions, Communications & Marketing

Emily holds a BA in Art History from the University of Washington and has spent almost 15 years teaching in the classical homeschool tradition. She enjoys reading, crafting, sudoku, and diving into research. She lives in West Seattle with her husband and their children.

Mrs. Brown
Executive Assistant, Senior Thesis Teacher, & History, Literature, & Writing Teacher

Mrs. Greco
Front Desk Manager

Mrs. Burke
College & Vocational Counselor, Humanities & Rhetoric Teacher

Alyssa is a 6+ year educator who earned BA of Bible and Youth Ministry from Moody Bible Institute. After school hours, you can find Alyssa working for her church on Phinney Ridge, running around the Seattle U track, or sharing a meal with friends. She and her plants live in the First Hill neighborhood.

Ms. Werner
Director of Operations and Math Teacher

Mrs. Peralta
Director of Finance and Human Resources

Christina graduated from Columbia College Chicago with a BA in Cultural Studies and has a Certificate in Biblical Counseling. She loves cookbooks and finds it fascinating to read about various methods, flavors, and styles in cooking from all over the world. She, her husband, son, and dog live in the Greenwood neighborhood.

Mrs. Rosenhauer
Student Learning Specialist

Amy Smith
Front Desk Receptionist

 

Ms. Evetts
Student Life and Ceramics Teacher

 

Grammar (Elementary) School

Pre-k - 6th grade

 

Erika is an educator with almost 20 years of experience, with a BA in French, a minor in English from Simon Fraser University, a BEd from the University of British Columbia, an MEd from Endicott College, Montessori teacher training at the Primary and Elementary levels from the Association Montessori Internationale, and completed the CiRCE Certified Classical Teacher program. When she isn't spending time with her husband, four children, and two bichon frisés, Erika enjoys watercolor painting, Broadway shows, and baking cakes and pies.

Mrs. Lasmarias
Pre-K Teacher

Anna graduated from Hillsdale College with a BA in Philosophy and a minor in Studio Art. She enjoys camping and hiking with her husband, playing volleyball and tennis, and reading classic novels.

Ms. Watson
1st Grade Teacher’s Aide & Recess Aide

Julie is a seasoned 20+ year educator in the classical Christian model. She attended Pacific Lutheran University and Capernwray Bible School in England. Julie and her husband raised five classically educated children while Julie directed a classical Christian cooperative. She enjoys gardening, outdoor sports, coffee with friends, raising chickens, and riding her horse, Ruby.

Mrs. Kemp
Kindergarten Teacher

Kylie is a 7+ year educator who graduated from The Master's University with a BA in Teacher Education and a MA currently in progress. She enjoys spending time with friends and family, being outside (especially near water), playing games, and reading mysteries. She lives in the University District.

Ms. Baker
2nd Grade Teacher

Ms. Creson graduated from the University of Washington’s College of Education. She enjoys reading, crocheting, and swimming in the lake! She lives in Greenlake.

Ms. Creson
1st Grade Teacher

Mia graduated from Seattle Pacific University with a BA in Elementary Education and a K-8 teaching certification. Mia played on the women's soccer team at SPU, and she enjoys soaking up sunshine, exploring new scenery, cheering on Seattle sports teams, and spending time in coffee shops. She lives with her friends in Roosevelt.

Ms. Mahaffey
3rd Grade Teacher

Matt is a 20+year veteran educator who is a Hillsdale College graduate with a BA in English with a minor in History. He loves being outside cycling, hiking, golfing, and camping as well as enjoying quality coffee, bourbon, and Belgian beers. He and his wife live in the Columbia City neighborhood. 

Mr. Beever
4th Grade Teacher

Emily holds a BA in Art History from the University of Washington and has spent almost 15 years teaching in the classical homeschool tradition. She enjoys reading, crafting, sudoku, and diving into research. She lives in West Seattle with her husband and their children.

Mrs. Brown
5th & 6th Grade Teaching Team

 

Aubrey Mangle
1st- 5th grade Latin Teacher

Alyssa is a 6+ year educator who earned BA of Bible and Youth Ministry from Moody Bible Institute. After school hours, you can find Alyssa working for her church on Phinney Ridge, running around the Seattle U track, or sharing a meal with friends. She and her plants live in the First Hill neighborhood.

Ms. Werner
5th Grade Teaching Team and Director of Operations

Stephanie is a 6+ year educator who holds a B.A. in Behavioral Science from McNeese State University and is currently pursuing a Master of Arts in Educational Leadership from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. Stephanie lives in Des Moines with her husband and their three wonderful daughters. She enjoys good coffee, hiking, spending time near the water, reading, and being actively involved in her local church.

Mrs. Englehart
5th & 6th Grade Teaching Team and Dean of Faculty

Olivia is a 5+ year educator who earned a degree in Elementary Education with minors in Children's Literature and Childhood Studies from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. She enjoys being actively involved in her church, spending time outdoors, learning new things, and exploring new places with friends and family. Olivia lives in West Seattle with friends and enjoys being just across the bridge from her sister and three nieces.

Ms. Brown
Teachers’ Aide

Ava attended a classical Christian school from Kindergarten through 12th grade, an experience that deeply shaped her faith, character, and love of learning. Although she initially pursued a nursing degree in college, she sensed God calling her toward education, where she hopes to invest in students' lives just as her own teachers and mentors once invested in hers.

Ava enjoys reading, skiing, and spending time with family and friends. She lives in Snoqualmie and enjoys visiting Oregon to spend time with loved ones.

Ms. Houseworth
5th & 6th Grade Teaching Team

Meredith is 3+ year teacher who graduated from Grove City College with a degree in English and minors in history, classical studies, Biblical studies, and Classical Christian Education. She is currently completing an MA in Liberal Arts from St. John's College. When not teaching, she enjoys reading, running, traveling, and discovering new coffee shops. Meredith lives in the Central District.

Meredith Johnson
5th & 6th Grade Teaching Team, Latin Teacher

Luke combines a background in high school mathematics with graduate studies in Medical Sciences and advanced training in Statistics at the University of Rochester. He enjoys making pasta from scratch, playing board games, reading, trivia, and attending sporting events with his wife, Lara. Luke lives in the Green Lake neighborhood with his wife and their two cats, Mylo and Mo.

Mr. McHan
Recess Aide

 

Logic (Middle) School

7th - 8th grade

 

Lilia is a 10 year educator, with a BA in Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences from the University of Washington - Tacoma and a MAT in secondary English Education from Western Governors University. Beyond teaching, she delights in culinary adventures and immerses herself in the great outdoors, relishing hikes and camping trips that feed her spirit of exploration. Her husband, Josh, and their son, embrace life's adventures in the heart of the Central District.

Ms. McGeorge
Math and Humanities Teacher

Lauren is a 7+ year educator who graduated from Seattle Pacific with her BA in elementary education and science, and her MA in Educational Leadership. She enjoys crocheting, being outdoors (preferably by a beach), rock climbing, reading, and making pasta dishes. She lives in Magnolia with two of her best friends.

Ms. Wozniak
Math and Science Teacher

Carreen holds a BA in English from Thomas Edison State University and is a CiRCE Certified Master Teacher with 5+ years of classical education experience. She loves spending time in nature and writing poetry about it, some of which has been accepted for publication by Ekstasis Magazine, Clayjar Review, and Fathom Magazine. She lives in Edmonds with her husband and two young children

Mrs. Raynor
Humanities Teacher

Mark is a Seattle native, Christian educator, and pastor passionate about equipping the next generation. Mark holds a BA in Biblical Studies, an MA in Christian Education, a ThM in Applied Theology, and is completing a Doctorate in Education (EdD) from Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. Mark lives in the West Seattle neighborhood with his wife Amy and their four kids, all of whom attend SCCS. Outside of school, you will catch Mark serving at his church All Souls, working out, or reading a wild variety of books. 

Mr. Smith
Logic & Bible Teacher and Dean of Students

Angela is an educator who fell in love with classical education a decade ago after a life-changing encounter with Norms and Nobility by David Hicks. She holds a Master of Humanities with a concentration in Classical Education from the University of Dallas and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Social Sciences from the University of Washington. She loves friendships and flowers, and devotes time to growing both. She will not end a conversation if you bring up classical education, the incarnation, or your favorite book.  She lives in Everett with her husband, three teenage children, and a golden retriever. 

Mrs. Burke
Science Teacher

Meredith is 3+ year teacher who graduated from Grove City College with a degree in English and minors in history, classical studies, Biblical studies, and Classical Christian Education. She is currently completing an MA in Liberal Arts from St. John's College. When not teaching, she enjoys reading, running, traveling, and discovering new coffee shops. Meredith lives in the Central District.

Meredith Johnson
Latin Teacher

Rhetoric (High) School

9th - 12th grade

 

After receiving a Classical Christian Education in grade school, Sean graduated Summa Cum Laude with a double major BA in Classical Studies and Medieval & Early Modern Studies and an MA in History, both from the University of Florida. He is a Phi Beta Kappa member and has been an educator for over 15 years. He enjoys woodworking, making music, cooking, and reading too many books at once with his three children in Burien.

Mr. Hill
Dean of Academics and Humanities Teacher

Lauren is a 7+ year educator who graduated from Seattle Pacific with her BA in elementary education and science, and her MA in Educational Leadership. She enjoys crocheting, being outdoors (preferably by a beach), rock climbing, reading, and making pasta dishes. She lives in Magnolia with two of her best friends.

Ms. Wozniak
Science Teacher

Angela is an educator who fell in love with classical education a decade ago after a life-changing encounter with Norms and Nobility by David Hicks. She holds a Master of Humanities with a concentration in Classical Education from the University of Dallas and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Social Sciences from the University of Washington. She loves friendships and flowers, and devotes time to growing both. She will not end a conversation if you bring up classical education, the incarnation, or your favorite book.  She lives in Everett with her husband, three teenage children, and a golden retriever. 

Mrs. Burke
Rhetoric Teacher

Carreen holds a BA in English from Thomas Edison State University and is a CiRCE Certified Master Teacher with 4+ years of classical education experience. She loves spending time in nature and writing poetry about it, some of which has been accepted for publication by Ekstasis Magazine, Clayjar Review, and Fathom Magazine. She lives in Edmonds with her husband and two young children

Mrs. Raynor
Humanities Teacher

Mrs. Vanderveen
Spanish Teacher

Luke combines a background in high school mathematics with graduate studies in Medical Sciences and advanced training in Statistics at the University of Rochester. He enjoys making pasta from scratch, playing board games, reading, trivia, and attending sporting events with his wife, Lara. Luke lives in the Green Lake neighborhood with his wife and their two cats, Mylo and Mo.

Mr. McHan
Precalculus, Calculus, and Physics Teacher

Rafael is a seasoned medical professional who transitioned into education, bringing a wealth of healthcare experience and a dedicated teaching ethos. He holds a medical degree and a Master's in Public Health, during which he engaged in projects with WHO and Unicef. His healthcare career, involving patient care and management roles, primarily unfolded in Texas. Dr. Barrera continues to contribute to Kaplan as faculty and a content and curriculum developer, impacting the success of medical students. Currently pursuing a Doctorate of Health Science at Purdue University, Dr. Barrera teaches Behavioral Science and Epidemiology/Statistics, applying his knowledge to enhance medical education and USMLE exam preparation. Additionally, Dr. Barrera has enriched his educational portfolio by teaching Biology to high school students in Texas and Physical Science in Seattle, further solidifying his commitment to academic excellence.

Dr. Barrera
Chemistry Teacher

Mike received an undergraduate degree in Theological Studies at Calvary Chapel Bible College in Southern California and graduated from Western Seminary in Portland with a Masters in Applied Biblical Leadership. He has been pastoring for over 20 years and currently serves as Lead Pastor at Calvary Chapel Wallingford.

Mr. Monjay
Bible Teacher and Dean of Spiritual Formation

Emily holds a BA in Art History from the University of Washington and has spent almost 15 years teaching in the classical homeschool tradition. She enjoys reading, crafting, sudoku, and diving into research. She lives in West Seattle with her husband and their children.

Emily Brown
Senior Thesis Teacher

 

Specials

 
 

Ms. Mangle
Grammar School Music Teacher

Annie McElrath

Ms. McElrath
Art Teacher and Creative Dramatics Teacher

Adrienne earned a Bachelor of Music in Church Music from Houston Baptist University and later completed post-graduate coursework to earn her teaching certificate. She brings more than 25 years of experience teaching music in a variety of settings, including schools, churches, and private voice instruction. Throughout her career, she has directed church music programs, judged vocal and choral competitions, performed in community choirs, and led workshops on vocal health. She also serves as a worship leader at her church.

In her free time, Adrienne enjoys hiking, doing puzzles, and watching good movies with her family. She is grateful to serve the SCCS community, where her daughters are also students, through the gift of music.

Mrs. Walls
Logic School & Rhetoric School Music Teacher

Lauren Soini

Mrs. Soini
Art Teacher and Logic School P.E. Teacher

Brian has been in education for 10+ years since graduating from SPU with a BA in Theology (Christian Scriptures & Educational Ministry) and then WGU with a MA in Elementary Education. He loves reading, weightlifting, running, disc golf, walking, playing Games (all types), and hosting meals. He and his wife live in the Lake City neighborhood. 

Mr. Ridings
Grammar School P.E. Teacher and Weights Teacher

 

Ms. Evetts
Ceramics Teacher

 

Board of Directors

 

The Seattle Classical Christian School Board of Directors serves as the entity steering the long-term development of the school. Currently, this role includes establishing educational philosophies, directing financial decisions, managing human resources activities, and more. The Board also provides oversight to the headmaster. Board members are volunteers, represent a mix of parents of students and non-parents, and bring to the Board a wide array of professional experience and personal perspectives. It is the Board’s constant prayer that their decisions would be wise, unified, and led by the Holy Spirit.

 

Daniel Grimm
President

Katie Hartman
Secretary

 

Hiram Hoffman
Member

Leslie Dunn
Vice President

Tiffany Perko
Member

 

Jennifer Larson
Member

Jason Brantley
Treasurer

 

Paul Jackson
Member