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.
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Loiler, Doug
Doug.Loiler@whcs.orgPosition: School Principal / Athletic Director
Manages school operations and day-to-day activities. Oversees school staff, teachers, students, and K-8th athletics. Creates a positive and Christ-centered school culture.
Education:
- Principal License in School Administration for Grades K-12th
- BA in Education from Whitworth University
- MA in Education in Educational Leadership from George Fox University
At WHCS since 2005
Becker, Laurie
Position: Admissions
Education:
- Attended Northwest University
At WHCS since 2002
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
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
Middleton, Ron
Ron.Middleton@whcs.orgPosition: K-5th Grade Principal / 6th Grade Teacher
Supervises Lower School program (K-5); teaches 6th grade.
Education:
- Multnomah University, BA in Religious Education
- George Fox University, MA in Teaching
At WHCS since 1999
Williamson, Courtney
Position: Development
Education:
- Capernwray Bible School, Bible Certificate
- The Master’s University, BA in Christian Education
- Biola University Talbot Graduate School, MA in Christian Education
At WHCS since 2017
Andrew, Lisa
Position:Â Physical Education Teacher
Education:
- University of Oregon, BS in Exercise and Movement Science / Psychology
- George Fox University, MA in Teaching
At WHCS since 2010
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
Brumley, Robin
Position: 3rd – 8th Grade Music Teacher
Education:
- Linfield College, BA in Music Education
At WHCS since 2003
Cloutier, Pamela
Position: 7th/8th Grade Teacher
Education:
- Corban University, BS in Language Arts Education
- Western Oregon University, MS in Education
At WHCS since 2016
d’Elseaux, Jennifer
Position: 5th Grade Teacher
Education:
- Portland Community College, AA Early Childhood Education
- George Fox University, BS Elementary Education
At WHCS since 2019
Danhof, Lois
Position: 7th/8th Grade Teacher
Education:
- Dordt College, BA in Elementary Education / Physical Education
At WHCS since 1992
Davis, Megan
Position: 4th Grade Teacher
Fausto, Annie
Position: K-2nd Grade Music Teacher / Substitute Teacher
Education:
- Grove City College, BA in English and Communication, Secondary Education Certification
At WHCS since 2017
Godaert, Esther
Position: Instructional Aide
Education:
- Portland State University, BA in Linguistics, TESL Certificate
At WHCS since 2007
Heimbegner, Ian
Position: Physical Education Teacher
Education:
- George Fox University, BA in Business, Writing/Literature
- George Fox University, MAT
At WHCS since 2019
Heldt, Stephanie
Position: Kindergarten Teacher
Education:
- Concordia University, BA in Elementary Education, M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction with a Reading Endorsement
At WHCS since 2018
Johnson, Christine
Position: 6th Grade Teacher
Education:
- Warner Pacific College, BA in Human Development and Family Studies
- George Fox University, MA in Teaching
At WHCS since 2012
Keller, Lindsay
Position: 6th Grade Teacher
Koss, Becky
Position: 3rd Grade Teacher
Education:
- George Fox University, BS in Elementary Education
At WHCS 2015, since 2017
Larson, Devyn
Position: Head of Educational Technology
Education:
- Pacific Lutheran University, BA in History / Global Studies and Cultural Diversity
- George Fox University, MA in Education
At WHCS since 2009
Lebsock, Amy
Position: 7th/8th Grade Teacher
Education:
- Westmont College, BA in English
- Willamette University, MA in Teaching
At WHCS 1993-96, since 2006
Lyman, Brittany
Position: 2nd Grade Teacher
Education:
- University of Portland, BA in ECE / Education
At WHCS 2004-2009, since 2016
McCaslin, Dixie
Position: 5th Grade Teacher
Education:
- Eastern Oregon State College, BA in Elementary Education
- Oregon State University, MS in Reading
At WHCS since 2018
McRobert, Becky
Position: Librarian / Literacy Coach
Education:
- Western Oregon University, BA in Elementary Education
At WHCS since 2003
Mickel, Meredith
Position: 1st Grade Teacher
Education:
- Multnomah University, BA in Education / Bible and Theology
At WHCS since 2013
Middleton, Ron
Ron.Middleton@whcs.orgPosition: K-5th Grade Principal / 6th Grade Teacher
Supervises Lower School program (K-5); teaches 6th grade.
Education:
- Multnomah University, BA in Religious Education
- George Fox University, MA in Teaching
At WHCS since 1999
Mills, Kim
Position: 6th Grade Teacher
Education:
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Biola University, BM in Performance
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Azusa Pacific University, MA in Teaching
At WHCS since 2018
Muramoto, Jennifer
Position: Instructional Aide
Education:
- University of Toronto, BA in English Literature
At WHCS since 2007
Piedra, Kristy
Position: 4th Grade Teacher
Education:
- Corban University, BA in Elementary Education
- George Fox University, Fashion and Merchandising
At WHCS since 2006
Porter, Sue
Position: 4th Grade Teacher
Education:
- Whitworth College, BA in Home Economics / Elementary Education
At WHCS since 2000
Povolny, Susi
Position: 7th/8th Grade Teacher
Education:
- Bryn Mawr College, BA in German Language and Literature
- State of Florida, Educator’s Certificate
At WHCS since 2007
Ray, Tim
Position: Band Director / Recess Staff
Education:
- George Fox University, BA in General Music
- Attended Portland Community College
At WHCS since 2017
Roberts, Carrie
Position: Instructional Aide
Education:
- Attended University of Southern California
At WHCS 2006-2007, since 2013
Stillwell, Stephanie
Position: 1st Grade Teacher
Education:
- LIFE Pacific College, BA in Bible and Christian Education
- Azusa Pacific University, MA in Social Science with Emphasis in Leadership Development
At WHCS since 2018
Swain, Susan
Position: Science Lab
Education:
- Northern Arizona University, BS in Elementary Education
At WHCS since 1998
Westerberg, Ann
Position: Instructional Aide
Education:
- Wheaton College, BS in Education
- Loyola University, MA in Reading
At WHCS since 1994
Coleman, Marisa
Education:
- George Fox University, BA in Communications and Minor in Leadership Studies
At WHCS since 2018
Fisk, Sharon
Sharon.Fisk@whcs.orgPosition:Â Academic Services Consultant
Education:
- Central Washington State University, BA in Education
- Portland State University, MA in Education, Special Education Certification
At WHCS since 2001
Kotel, Rod
Position: Facilities Manager
Education:
- University of Oregon, BA in Business Admin
At WHCS 2005-2011, since 2013
Lester, Jim
Position: Technology Support Staff / After -School Academy Staff
Education:
- Portland State University, BS in Computer Science
At WHCS since 2016
Maidment, Kristin BSN, RN
Position: School Nurse
Education:
- Cottey College, A.A.
- Linfield College, BS in Nursing
At WHCS since 2015
Pitts, Gwyn
Position: Educational Tutor
Education:
- Evangel University, BA in Elementary Education
At WHCS since 2001
Ray, Tim
Position: Band Director / Recess Staff
Education:
- George Fox University, BA in General Music
- Attended Portland Community College
At WHCS since 2017