Excellent teachers are essential for an outstanding school. West Hills Christian School is fortunate to have the resources to recruit and retain first-class teachers who can bring out the best in every child. Our faculty members are certified, excellent educators and committed Christians.
The teachers, staff and leadership really care about our children, and are committed to academic excellence and providing a strong spiritual foundation. They make learning fun and encourage our children to grow academically, physically, emotionally and spiritually.
Parent
Mills, Kim
Kim.Mills@whcs.orgPosition: Principal
Manages the general operations of the school with mission-focused decisions and leadership of personnel and families, encouraging a Christ-centered school culture
Education:
- Principal License in School Administration for Grades PK-12th
- Azusa Pacific University, MA in Teaching
- Biola University, BM in Music Performance
At WHCS since 2018
Vogt, Traci
Traci.Vogt@whcs.orgPosition: Dean of Students
Oversees student development outside of the classroom, discipline, chapel and other student-centered programs
Education:
- Azusa Pacific University, M.Ed. in College Student Affairs
- Warner Pacific College, BS in Human Development
- Warner Pacific College, BA in Religion and Christian Ministries
At WHCS since 2021
Lammers, Amy
Amy.Lammers@whcs.orgPosition: Director of Finance
Manages the finance and human resources departments; maintains the school’s operating budget
Education:
- Calvin College, BS in Accounting
At WHCS since 2007
Becker, Laurie
Laurie.Becker@whcs.orgPosition: Director of Admissions
Manages admissions and enrollment
Education:
- Attended Northwest University
At WHCS since 2002
Andrew, Lisa
Lisa.Andrew@whcs.orgPosition:Â Director of Development & Advancement
Manages fundraising/grants, advancement, FACTS, registrar
Education:
- George Fox University, MA in Teaching
- University of Oregon, BS in Exercise and Movement Science, Psychology
At WHCS since 2010
Harrison, Chad
chad.harrison@whcs.orgPosition: Director of Operations & Athletic Director
Oversees and manages facilities, maintenance, campus safety, & athletics
Education:
- Middle Tennessee State University, BS in Criminal Justice
At WHCS since 2022
Fausto, Annie
annie.fausto@whcs.orgPosition: Director of Marketing / Substitute Coordinator
Manages marketing and social media.
Education:
- Grove City College, BA in English and Communication, Secondary Education Certification
At WHCS since 2017
Goffe, Denise
Denise.Goffe@whcs.orgPosition: Director of Administrative Services
Directs the day-to-day administrative operations across the school community; oversees support staff; manages the school calendar; supervises campus communication strategy.
Education:
- Attended George Fox University
At WHCS since 1984
Bates, Allison
Position:Â Â Art Teacher
Education:
- Houghton College, BA in Fine Arts, Minor in Education
- Nazareth College, Post Baccalaureate in Art Education
At WHCS since 2016
Byers, Ben
Position: 4th Grade Teacher
Education:
- George Fox University, MA in Teaching
- Oregon State University, MA in Communication Studies
- Oregon State University, BA in Communication Studies
At WHCS since 2022
Cartmill, Mauria
Position: Instructional Aide
Education:
- Grove City College, BS in Finance
At WHCS since 2022
Clament, Christa
Position: Instructional Aide
Education:
- Portland State University, BA in French Language, Literature, & Applied Linguistics
At WHCS since 2022
Cloutier, Pamela
Position: 7th/8th Grade Teacher
Education:
- Western Oregon University, MS in Education
- Corban University, BS in Language Arts Education
At WHCS since 2016
Costello, Cassidy
Position: 2nd Grade Teacher
Education:
- Currently finishing MA in Teaching at George Fox University
- Biola University, BA in Christian Ministries
At WHCS since 2022
Diaz, Hannah
Position: STEM & Science Teacher
Education:
- Wheaton College, BA in Elementary Education
At WHCS since 2023
Erickson, Stacey
Position: 2nd Grade Teacher
Education:
- Portland State University, M.Ed. in Education
- Oregon State University, BS in Human Development and Family Sciences
At WHCS since 2021
Godaert, Esther
Position: Instructional Aide
Education:
- Portland State University, BA in Linguistics, TESL Certificate
At WHCS since 2007
Heldt, Stephanie
Position: Kindergarten Teacher
Education:
- Concordia University, M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction
- Concordia University, BA in Elementary Education
At WHCS since 2018
Hogan, Jon
Position: 3rd Grade Teacher
Education:
- George Fox University, MA in Teaching
- Portland State University, BA in Film
At WHCS since 2021
Keller, Lindsey
Position: 1st Grade Teacher
Education:
- San Diego State University, MA in Education
- Northwest Nazarene University, BA in Elementary Education
At WHCS since 2021
Koss, Becky
Position: 3rd Grade Teacher
Education:
- George Fox University, BS in Elementary Education
At WHCS 2015, since 2017
Kraakevik, Sue
Position: Librarian
Education:
- Bethel University, BA in Elementary Education
At WHCS since 2021
Liles, Todd
Position: 6th/7th/8th Grade Teacher
Education:
- Western Seminary, MA in Biblical and Theological Studies
- Anderson University, BA in Christian Ministries
At WHCS since 2022
McCaslin, Dixie
Position: 5th Grade Teacher
Education:
- Oregon State University, MS in Reading
- Eastern Oregon State College, BA in Elementary Education
At WHCS since 2018
McRobert, Becky
Position: Instructional Coach & Library Teacher
Education:
- Concordia University, M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction
- Western Oregon University, BA in Elementary Education
At WHCS since 2003
Melrose, Megan
Position: Music Teacher
Education:
- Seattle Pacific University, BA in Music Education
At WHCS since 2022
Middleton, Ron
Position: 6th Grade Teacher
Education:
- George Fox University, MA in Teaching
- Multnomah University, BA in Religious Education
At WHCS since 1999
Moore, Jefferson
Position: 7th/8th Grade Teacher
Education:
- Concordia University, St. Paul, M.Ed. in Education Administration
- Western Oregon University, BS in Social Science
At WHCS since 2022
Platt, Jodi
Position: 1st Grade Teacher
Education:
- George Fox University, BS in Elementary Education
At WHCS since 2022
Povolny, Susi
Position: 7th/8th Grade Teacher
Education:
- Bryn Mawr College, BA in German Language, Literature
At WHCS since 2007
Ramella, Angelo
Position: PE Teacher
Education:
- Arizona State University, BA Business
At WHCS since 2021
Reed, Molly
Position: Instructional Aide/Lunch Monitor
Education:
- Western Business College, AB in Business
At WHCS since 2017
Roberts, Carrie
Position: Instructional Aide
Education:
- Attended University of Southern California
At WHCS 2006-2007, since 2013
Steuwer, Maggie
Position: 6th Grade Teacher
Education:
- Pepperdine University, MA in Education
- University of Idaho, BA Advertising and Public Relations
At WHCS since 2021
Stillwell, Stephanie
Position: 1st Grade Teacher
Education:
- Azusa Pacific University, MA in Social Science
- LIFE Pacific College, BA in Bible, Christian Education
At WHCS since 2018
Swain, Susan
Position: Science Lab Teacher
Education:
- Northern Arizona University, BS in Elementary Education
At WHCS since 1998
Westerberg, Ann
Position: Instructional Aide
Education:
- Loyola University, MA in Reading
- Wheaton College, BS in Education
At WHCS since 1994
Wilson, Michelle
Position: 5th Grade Teacher
Education:
- Pacific University, MA in Teaching
- Prairie College Three Hills, BA in Biblical Studies
At WHCS since 2022
Atienza, Eileen
Position: Recess Monitor
Education:
- Attended Vancouver Community College Dental Reception Coordinator Program
- Attended Capilano College Business Fundamentals Program
At WHCS since 2021
Brownlee, Hannah
Position: Athletic Director Assistant
Education:
- George Fox University, BA in International Business
- George Fox University, BS in Accounting
At WHCS since 2023
Huffman, Sarah, RN
Position: School Nurse
Education:
- Breckinridge School of Nursing, AD in Nursing
At WHCS since 2021
Lester, Jim
Position: Technology Support Staff
Education:
- Portland State University, BS in Computer Science
At WHCS since 2016
Pahl, Aimee
Position: Recess Monitor
Education:
- Multnomah University, Masters of Divinity
- Fordham University, BA in Theatre Arts
At WHCS since 2022
Pitts, Gwyn
Position: Educational Tutor
Education:
- Evangel University, BA in Elementary Education
At WHCS since 2001
Sheaffer, April
Position: Front Desk/Copy Center
Education:Â
- Attended University of Oregon
At WHCS since 2009
Stark, Aimee
Position: Lead Recess Monitor
At WHCS since 2022