Biography

a. Education: BA Concordia University River Forest, IL 1978 Double Major: PE and Elementary Education Minor: Psychology

b. Experience:

• 1996-present Immanuel Lutheran Brandon, FL 6th Grade, PE, Life Science, Math, Computer Education, Athletic Director, Patrol Leader
• 1992-1996 Limona Elementary School, Brandon, FL : 5th grade
• 1991-1992 Robles Elementary School, Tampa, FL: 4th grade
• 1979-1990 Stevens Middle School, Wilmington, IL: 6-8 Middle School PE, Volleyball and Basketball Coach

c. Personal Biography:: 33 years of teaching experience in many areas and places.  Have always wanted to have my career in teaching.  Two children who graduated from Immanuel. Nick: Associate degree from HCC in architecture, works for Outdoor Impressions in design and sales and Kelsey: Working on degree in education at HCC and works as a nanny.  Member of Immanuel Lutheran Church. Athletic Director and coach for Immanuel Lutheran School. Director of Elementary School after school sports program.  Creator of the Superstore for all students to participate in since 2003.  Creator of our fall and spring field days since 1996.  Started a yearly tutoring program between the sixth grade and preschool classes since 2011.  Her hobbies include fishing, reading, officiating High School volleyball, enjoying life, celebrating and decorating for holidays

d. Favorite Bible verse: This is the day the Lord has made, let us rejoice and be glad in it. -Psalm 118:24

Biography

a. Education: BA Concordia University Chicago 1981 Major: PE Minor: Music

b. Experience:

• 1997-present Immanuel Lutheran Brandon, FL: 7th grade
• 1996-1997 Faith Lutheran Marietta, GA : 4th grade
• 1994-1996 Immanuel Lutheran Brandon, FL: PE, Computer, Band, Science, AD
• 1993-1994 Christ Our Redeemer Lutheran Temple Terrace, FL: 5/6 grade teacher
• 1984-1993 Our Redeemer Lutheran Dallas, TX :5/6 teacher, coach, Band Director
• 1981-1984 St. Paul Lutheran West Allis, WI : 7th grade, coach, AD

c. Personal Biography:  37th year of teaching in Lutheran schools, Teaches PE, instrumental Music, Life Science, Math and is often seen driving the school bus.  Two children who attended Immanuel. Matthew: Captain in AF, married to Cara with two beautiful children.  Adam: Private Investigator, married to Tawni with one beautiful child.  Mrs. Albers attends Immanuel Lutheran Church and will often play her trumpet at various church services.  Her hobbies include outside activities, music, sports, and making people smile.

d. Favorite Bible verse: I can do all things through Christ, who gives me strength. -Phil. 4:13

Biography

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Biography

a. Education:

• BS University of Tennessee
• MS University of Tennessee

b. Experience: 9 years teaching at Immanuel

c. Personal Biography: Married with 2 children. As a military wife I have been employed not only in education (~ 11 years prior to Immanuel ) but in business, health services, and charitable organizations. I enjoy travel, reading and swimming in my spare time.

d. Favorite Bible Verse: Proverbs 3:5 – Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge him and he will make your paths straight.

Biography

a. Education:

• B.A. – English and French, Indiana University
• M.Ed. – Curriculum and Instruction, Concordia University

b. Experience:

• 1 year former teaching experience in public school
• 3 years teaching at ILS

c. Personal Biography:  I enjoy reading, traveling and scuba diving.  Former career in business, fluent in several languages.  Our family purpose is to serve!

d. Favorite Bible verse: My grace is sufficient for you, for My power is made perfect in weakness. -2 Corinthians 12:9

Biography:

a. Education: Child Development Associate Certificate through the Child Development Educational Alliance

b. Experience: 2014 – present Preschool teacher (3 year olds) Immanuel Lutheran School

c. Personal Biography: I was raised in Salt Lake City, UT.  I have four beautiful children ranging from 10-20 years old, 2 of which currently attend ILS.  I have been blessed to be a stay at home mom for most of my children’s lives.  I enjoy working with ages 3-5 years old. I am involved with the high school youth at Immanuel Lutheran Church.

d. Favorite Bible Verse: I can do all this through him who gives me strength.    – Philippians

C. Personal Biography: I’m married to my husband Troy and we have a 5yr old daughter named Claire. We attend Immanuel Lutheran Church. Claire started preschool at ILS when she was 3. I remember how nervous my husband I were to have Claire starting preschool at the age of 3. We met Mrs. Trish when we came to tour the preschool. After meeting with Mrs. Trish we knew instantly that this is where we wanted Claire to attend Preschool. She had Mrs. Holly the first year here whom Claire really adored. Last year Claire attended VPK with Mrs. Trish and Mrs. Holly for her teachers. She was so excited to have them both as her teachers. Claire will be continuing her schooling at ILS. We are very excited to have Mrs. Bonne for her kindergarten teacher this year. I started subbing in the 3yr old classroom last year and had the privilege to work with Mrs. Deb and Mrs. Dee Dee throughout the year. I enjoyed it so much that I decided to get my 40hrs in early child care, which led to the opportunity for me to become the Asst Teacher. I’m very excited to be starting here this fall as a staff member of the ILS Preschool Family.

d. Favorite Bible Verse: Thy word is a lamp to my feet and a light unto my path -Psalm 119: 105

Education:  

• Associates of Arts and Science in Early Childhood Education, Cumberland
• County College, Vineland, New Jersey.
• Bachelor of Science in Psychology, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida.
• Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education, State College of Florida

Experience:

• First United Methodist Kindergarten, First United Methodist Church of Brandon, Florida.
• August 2004-June 2015, I have taught various programs with 3’s, 4’s and VPK.
• Saint Patrick’s Catholic School, Tampa, Florida.  I taught the three year old program in 1989-1990.
• Gainesville Country Day School, Gainesville, Florida. I taught three and four year olds during 1985-1989.

Personal Biography:I married my college sweetheart Joe Spoto.  We have been married for 28 years.  We have three children. I am active in my church and belong to United Methodist Women which supports women and children’s ministries locally and abroad. My women’s circle is D.O.T.S. or Daughters of The Son, our goal is to create and develop a supportive Christian fellowship, meet for prayer and spiritual growth.  The activities include support COPA in the Dominican Republic, the church food co-op, make Meals on Wheels favors, and support the Outreach clinic.   In addition, my family serves taking turns on the ushering committee.  I enjoy traveling, camping, cooking and spending time with our family.  My director, Susan Pardue, retired at First United Methodist Kindergarten after 42 years of service, and I wanted to teach VPK again.  I was delighted when a VPK position came open at Immanuel Lutheran School.  I want to teach VPK in a Christ Centered environment.  Immanuel Lutheran School is Biblical based, family oriented, and has outstanding academics.   I enjoy teaching preschool and I am looking forward to the new school year!

Favorite Bible Verse:
“As for me and my house we will serve the Lord.”  Joshua 24:15