Administration & Office Faculty
Susan Kunsman
- Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education from Carson-Newman College
- Masters Degree in Education from Indiana Wesleyan University
- Has two children that are married and living in KY and four grandchildren
"Dear friends, let us love one another, for love comes from God. Everyone who loves has been born of God and knows God. Whoever does not love does not know God, because God is love." 1 John 4:7-8
Elizabeth Butler
- Bachelor’s in Political Science from USF
- Master’s of Public Administration from Belhaven University
- Certified 6-12 Social Studies
- Married with four children who all attend FCA
"But God showed His love to us. While we were still sinners, Christ died for us." Romans 5:8
Tifanee Wright
- Bachelor’s Degree in Educational Studies & Community Leadership from SPC
- Studied Praise & Worship at Faith Bible College – Kansas City, MO
- Early Childhood Education Training with FL Director’s Credential and Staff Credential
- Married 16 years with three children who attend FCA.
“I will sing to the LORD all my life; I will sing praise to my God as long as I live.” Psalm 104:33
Madeline Barroso
- Over 20 years experience in private school administration
- Bilingual
- Married 39 years with 2 daughters that are married and 3 grandchildren
“I can do all things through Christ which strengthens me.”
Philippians 4:13
Cara Coleman
- Bachelor’s of Science in Elementary Education from Ball State University
- Married with two children and one grandchild
Choose for yourselves this day whom you will serve... But as for me and my household, we will serve the Lord.” Joshua 24:15
Sherry Fenech
- Early Childhood Education Training
- Married 36 years with four children, a beautiful daughter-in-law (and another soon-to-be), and two amazing grandchildren.
“Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres.”
1 Corinthians 13:4-7
DeeDra Leopardi
- St. Petersburg College
- Married with one son, Jaxon Alexander, who attends FCA
“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” Jeremiah 29:11
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Elementary & Middle School Faculty
Nicole Knight
- Bachelor’s in Mass Communication
- Master’s in Elementary Education from FL Atlantic University
- Daughter
"I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you with my loving eye on you." Psalm 32:8
Marisol Smith
- Bachelor’s in Business Management from Hodges University
- Married with two children
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.” Proverbs 3:5-6
Bethany Snyder
- Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education and Bible / Theology
- Married
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.” Proverbs 3:5-6
Erika Vizzi
- Bachelors in Elementary Education from Clearwater Christian College
- Married with two children who attend FCA
"Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." Philippians 4:6-7
Jennifer Wink
The Lord bless you and keep you;
the Lord make his face shine on you
and be gracious to you; the Lord turn his face toward you and give you peace.
Numbers 6:24-26
Linda Norris
May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit. Romans 15:13
Kendra Cornett
- BA in Bible & Theology and Elementary Education
“So do not fear, for I am with you;
do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” Isaiah 41:10
Katelyn Moss
- Bachelor’s of Arts from St. Petersburg College
- Married with 1 daughter
Jesus replied, “You do not realize now what I am doing, but later you will understand.” John 13:7
Marty Bachtler
- Bachelor of Arts Degree in Elementary Education from Knox College
- Widow with four adult children
"Trust in the Lord with all your heart
and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight."
Proverbs 3:5-6
Florence Savino
I can do all this through him who gives me strength. Philippians 4:13
Olivia Ankrom
- Bachelor of Arts
- Married with two children
Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves, 4 not looking to your own interests but each of you to the interests of the others. Philippians 2:3-4
Brenda Aguayo
- Bachelor of Science
- Married with two children
" Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you." Ephesians 4:32
Beth McCarthy
- Bachelors of Science in Elementary Education from Maranatha Baptist University
- Masters of Arts in Education (MEd) from University of Phoenix
- Aunt of 10
"I know that everything God does will endure forever; nothing can be added to it and nothing taken from it. God does it so that people will fear him." Ecclesiastes 3:14
Pamela Rodriguez
- Bachelor of Religious Education from Citadel Bible College
- Masters of Arts in Teaching form Grand Canyon University
- Married with two grown children
I lift up my eyes to the mountains—
where does my help come from?
My help comes from the Lord,
the Maker of heaven and earth.
Psalm 121:1-2
Lisa Griner
- BA in Psychology from USF
- Married with two children
“Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins.” 1 Peter 4:8
Jeffrey Calkins
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Married with two children
But by the grace of God I am what I am, and his grace to me was not without effect. No, I worked harder than all of them—yet not I, but the grace of God that was with me. 1 Corinthians 15:10
David Rotteveel
- Bachelors degree in Pastoral Leadership / Theology
- Married with two children
David Iding
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Married with two children
Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters, 24 since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving. Colossians 3:23-24
Kevin Snyder
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Married with three daughters and six grandchildren
Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the Lord your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you.” Deuteronomy 31:6
Jake Broady
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Married with three children
I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I now live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me. Galatians 2:20
Elementary Assistants and Enrichment Teachers
Renee Payne
- Married with two daughters who attend FCA
“So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand."
Isaiah 41:10
Jan Hardee
- Junior College
- Married with one daughter and one granddaughter
"For no word from God will ever fail." Luke 1:37
Hannah Hoover
- Bachelor’s of Arts in Intercultural Studies
"You, LORD, keep my lamp burning; my God turns my darkness into light. With your help I can advance against a troop, with my God I can scale a wall. As for God, his way is perfect: The Lord’s word is flawless; he shields all who take refuge in him. Psalm 18:28-30
Willie Barroso
- Married with two daughters and three grandchildren
For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. John 3:16
Kelly Darley
- Married with two sons
...being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus. Philippians 1:6
Christina Iding
- Bachelors in Biblical Studies, Minor in Women in Ministry Leadership
- Married with two grown children
“One thing I ask from the Lord, this only do I seek: that I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life, to gaze on the beauty of the Lord and to seek him in his temple." Psalm 27:4
Shawn Leonard
Married
"Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight."
Proverbs 3:5-6
Karen Tatjes
- BS in Elementary Education from Auburn University
- Four beautiful daughters
As a prisoner for the Lord, then, I urge you to live a life worthy of the calling you have received. Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love. Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace. Ephesians 4:1-3
Dominic Coco
Not that I have already obtained all this, or have already arrived at my goal, but I press on to take hold of that for which Christ Jesus took hold of me. Brothers and sisters, I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it. But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead... Phil 3:12-13
Preschool Faculty
Sara Jenkins
- Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education
- Early Childhood Education Training
- Married with three children who all attend FCA
"Do to others as you would like them to do to you." Luke 6:31
Taunya Balog
- Child Development Associate
- Early Childhood Education Training
- Married 7 years with two grown step-children
"Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” Joshua 1:9
Ashley Gordon
- Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from University of Florida
- Early Childhood Education Training
- Married with three children
"He will cover you with his feathers, and under his wings you will find refuge; his faithfulness will be your shield and rampart.” Psalm 91:4
Kristen Revello Breen
- Early Childhood Education Training & FL Staff Credential
- Married with four children
"For God so loved the world that He gave His only Son. Whoever puts his trust in God’s Son will not be lost but will have life that lasts forever." John 3:16
Samantha Bastin
- Associate in Arts Degree
- Early Childhood Education Training & FL Staff Credential
- Married 17 years with two middle school aged children
"Do your own work well, and then you will have something to be proud of. But don’t compare yourself with others." Galatians 6:4-5
Jessica McLamar
- Early Childhood Education Training
- Married with two children who attend FCA.
"I am the vine; you are the branches. If a man remains in me and I in him, he will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing.." John 15:5
Angela Adams
- Early Childhood Education Training & FL Staff Credential
- Married for 29 years with two married sons and one grandson.
"Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness." Lamentations 3:22-23
Jamey Seifried
- Early Childhood Education Training & FL Staff Credential
- Married with three children and dog Mom to my two babies.
"But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control." Galatians 5:22
Mirca Quiles
- BA in Special Education, P-3 Concentration
- Early Childhood Education Training & FL Staff Credential
- Married 17 years with two boys who attend FCA
"I will be your God throughout your lifetime--until your hair is white with age. I made you, and I will care for you. I will carry you along and save you." Isaiah 46:4
Amanda Daniels
- Bachelors in Criminology
- Early Childhood Education Training
- Married 23 years with three boys
(10th grade, 9th grade, and 6th grade) and one baby girl.
"Direct your children onto the right path, and when they are older, they will not leave it." Proverbs 22:6
Angela Patrikis
- Degree from Nassau Community College
- Early Childhood Education Training & FL Staff Credential
- Blessed with two amazing kids that have made me proud, a Gator and a Nole!
"For we walk by faith, not by sight!" 2 Corinthians 5:7
Nicole Coppes
- Child Development Associate
- KY Director Credential
- Early Education Administration Diploma
- Early Childhood Education Training & FL Staff Credential
- Married 27 years with 3 grown children and 1 grandchild.
"May these words of my mouth and this meditation of my heart be pleasing in your sight, Lord, my Rock and my Redeemer." Psalm 19:14
Becky Caple
- Early Childhood Education Training & FL Staff Credential
- Married 17 years with 2 boys - Highschool and Middle school ages, along with our favorite dog, Dave!
"Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding;" Proverbs 3:5
Laurie Tupponce
- Early Childhood Education Training & FL Staff Credential
- BS in Accounting from Johnson & Wales University
- Married 32 years with a beautiful daughter and an amazing grandson.
“For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace." Isaiah 9:6
Visit First Christian Academy!
Want to learn more about what life at a Christian school like First Christian Academy can mean for your family? Visit our campus today! To schedule a tour, call (727) 943.7411 and visit here to learn about how to apply at FCA! We look forward to speaking with you!
