Your People

Angie grew up in Mayville, Wisconsin and has 2 sisters. She has been teaching Kindergarten and coaching volleyball at Concordia since 2004. Angie has a passion for young children and tries to create relevant and exciting learning opportunities for her students. Her goal is to help students grow spiritually, academically and socially. Angie is a member of St. Luke’s Lutheran Church and enjoys traveling, watching movies, playing board games and cheering on the Green Bay Packers.

Jan received her Bachelor’s Degree in Education from Concordia University in Portland. She later completed her fifth year at Pacific Lutheran University. Jan has taught first and second grades at Concordia and has many heartwarming stories to tell about her experiences with young children. Jan and her husband, Brian, reside in Fircrest with their five children.

Ardyce has experience teaching preschool through fourth grade. Ardyce has four grown children. She enjoys time with family and loves to camp, garden, and cook. In her spare time, she is an avid reader and likes to create cards with rubber stamps. Ardyce attends Immanuel Lutheran Church in Puyallup.

Kristine loves to teach Kindergarten and finds it rewarding to see the world through children’s eyes. She follows the motto, “Do something today that your future self will thank you for.” This was the driving force that led her to enter the field of education, so that she could work in a field that she loves, doing what she loves – teaching children about Jesus and the Christian faith. When she isn’t teaching, Kristine spends time with her husband of 27 years and three children. She feels rejuvenated by drawing, painting, or hiking. Kristine is thankful to be a part of teaching the next generation of future innovative leaders and enjoys inspiring creativity in her students.

Gracie came to CCA after teaching in the public sector. She is excited to be at Concordia in her role as 5th Grade Teacher. She finds math in all things and shares her love of it with her students. In her spare time, she likes to travel or curl up with a good book. Gracie is married and has one sweet kitty named Sheba. She and her husband, Nathan, attend Zion Lutheran Church in Tacoma.

Jessica earned her Bachelor of Arts Degree in English magna cum laude from Saint Martin’s University in Lacey, Washington in 2017. While attending the university, Jessica taught choir at Faith Lutheran School in Lacey to grades K-8 for two years. She is a CCA alumna and is ecstatic to be back in the community that was so formative during her early years. In addition to her teaching assignment, Jessica coaches middle school girls volleyball and basketball.

Natasha has taught in preschool, 2nd grade and the majority of her career in middle school. She loves a good book, working in the garden, the beach and taking outdoor adventures with her family. Natasha and her husband Sam have two kids who attend Concordia. The family worships at Beautiful Savior in Milton, where Sam is pastor.

Terry has rejoined our CCA community as he is a Concordia alumnus. He comes to us after 15 years in Cornelius, OR where he taught 8th grade at Forest Hills Lutheran Christian School. Terry has worn many hats over the years, including teacher, choir director, audio/visual coordinator, and coach. He is active in music and has served as a contemporary worship leader at several Lutheran churches. Terry and his wife, Cassie, have two children. He and his family worship at St. Luke’s Lutheran Church in Federal Way.

Rachael taught Pre-Kindergarten and Junior Kindergarten for many years in the Lutheran School System. Early Childhood Education was her first love as she believes early learning gives students a stronger start. Working with this age group and advocating for her son who has learning challenges, set her on the path to furthering her education in the areas of Early Intervention and Diversified Learning. Rachael has a passion for helping identify learning obstacles and offering positive solutions that encourage success. When she isn’t here on campus, she loves spending time with her husband and two grown children who both attended CCA.

Stephanie has taught Kindergarten through 6th grade in three states during her teaching career. For 15 years, she was an Early Childhood Administrator for preschools and daycares in Washington and Oregon. She now teaches K-3 music at Concordia. Stephanie is a woman of many talents, using her expertise in music, sewing, and stage design to make many of CCA’s musicals come to life! She attends St. Luke’s Lutheran Church in Federal Way, where she sings in the choir and enjoys time with her grandchildren whenever she can.

Joel has had the opportunity to serve at elementary, middle school, high school, and college levels. He has served as a teacher, coach, and university Athletics Director for more than 35 years. One of his cherished memories was assisting with the Lutheran Elementary School Tournament (LEST) at Concordia University in Portland, OR. During the last 12 years, Joel developed and directed the Exercise & Sport Science program at CU-Portland before relocating to the Tacoma area. Joel is a Vicar (pastor in training) at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church (right across the street from CCA). He enjoys bicycling, swimming, and gardening.

Nate’s musical background is vast. A part of performance groups and an accomplished soloist from age 5, music has always been one of his greatest passions. Playing the trombone and singing in concert and jazz choir paved the way for state-level performances both vocally and instrumentally. In addition to his musical talents, Nate is also a master craftsman and professional AVL production technician. He and his wife, Cori, love to play music together while their toddler interpretive dances along!

Claire spent most of her teaching career working at residential treatment centers, where she taught 6-12th grade math and special education. She has also taught special education in local public schools. Claire attends Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Tacoma and helps with AV during service, sings in choir, and teaches Sunday school. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, the great outdoors, and staying active. She is excited to begin coaching at CCA this year!

Kurt Scearce is a native of the beautiful Pacific Northwest. Kurt moved from Washington to New York for his Master’s program and lived in many states before settling back in the Northwest where he lives with his wife, Tricia and two sons. His oldest son graduated from CCA in 2020 and the other graduates from our high school in 2022.

After serving the Puyallup community for 38 years, Ed recently retired from the City of Puyallup Police Department, where he served as the Corrections Lieutenant, and a member of the command staff. He is currently pursuing a Master’s Degree in Theology from Gonzaga University. Ed is an athlete and loves to be active in outdoor activities. He and his wife, Nikki, attend Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Tacoma where Ed serves on the Board of Directors.