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Staff
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Hand picked, dedicated and in for the long haul.
Make no mistake about the fact that our team of highly qualified teachers and support staff could be using their credentials to make a lot more money in the secular workplace. But they're not. They are all here at OCS, and for the same reason: to make a lasting difference in the life of your child.
For a job as important as that, only the best candidates are selected, and not only by academic merit, but by character as well. Our teachers must have warmth and compassion, a demonstrated love for God and a great sense of humour. Read what out staff have to say about themselves.
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| Paul Marcus |
| Chief Operating Officer and Principal (BA, BAEd, CSTC) |
Paul is a graduate of Redeemer University College in Ancaster and Loyalist College of Applied Arts and Technology in Belleville. He is currently pursuing his Christian Schools Principal Certificate. He has been at OCS for the past 5 years and is looking forward to being here for many more years.
“Every year I post ‘Life is Worship’ at the front of my classroom. If nothing else, I want my students to leave my classroom with an understanding that all of their life is and can be directed towards God.” |
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| Martha Muntz |
| Grade 7/8 Teacher, SERT, Vice-Principal (BA, BEd, Special Ed 1, OTC) |
Christian Schooling has been a part of Mrs. Muntz’s life for quite a few years. She is a gifted teacher and also heads up the resource program and Art program.
“Teaching is a vocation for me and I enjoy teaching in a school where I have the opportunity, not just to provide kids with exciting learning experiences in Math or Literature or Science, but also to overtly teach God’s message of grace and truth.” |
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| Michelle Teeninga |
| Grade 3/4 Teacher (BA, BAEd, CSTC, OTC) | Michelle is in her second year of teaching and comes well prepared to lead her grade 3/4 students into a greater understanding of God's work in creation. She is caring, fun, and energetic in the classroom. |
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| Kristie Walraven |
| Grade 5/6 Teacher (BA, BAEd, CSTC) | Kristie is a seasoned teacher and comes to Orangeville Christian School with many years experience both in the classroom and with VP duties. It is clear that she loves working with children when you see her in the classroom, but also by the way she talks about her own kids. |
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| Christy Vanderveen |
| Grade 1/2 Teacher (BA Ed, OTC) |
Christy is a graduate of Redeemer University College in Ancaster and Queen's University in Kingston, Ontario. She was born and lived in Brantford and attended the Christian schools in the area. Her classroom is full of love and joy. It only takes a short trip down the primary hallway to see the corridor lit up with children’s smiles. |
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| Ann VanHarten |
| Kindergarten/JK Teacher (BA, BEd) |
Ann Van Harten was born in Vancouver, BC, received her B.A. in Elementary Education from Dordt College, and has taught in Christian Schools in three provinces.
“I love the Lord and feel very privileged to expose the wonder of God and His creation to the young children in my class.” |
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| Dennis Hahn |
| Music Teacher (BA, ARCT) |
Mr. Hahn teaches music to grades 3-8. He is a gifted and highly qualified musician who is well known for his ability to motivate students to sing and to play musical instruments. Mr. Hahn is the conductor of the Orangeville Christian School Band that is highly regarded in the community. Besides his educational career, he is also a passionate musician outside the school doors and is involved in multiple local bands. |
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| Vicki Marcus |
| Educational Assistant and Librarian (ECE) |
Mrs. Marcus is a cheerful and vibrant part of the O.C.S team. Her work as librarian has been meticulous and this carries over into her E.A. job. Her work with small student groups and one-on-one has been an invaluable service to our children. |
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| Yolanda Ryzebol |
| Administrative Assistant |
Yolanda has been our eyes, ears, and hands (not to mention brains!) in the office for many years now. Visitors and staff are greeted with a big smile everytime they come into the office. If you hang around the office long enough, you'll probably hear another staff member ask "where would we be without her?" It's definitely true, she's an exceptional person, and a great administrative assistant! |
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| Elaine Traetto |
| Bookkeeper | Elaine is a 4th level CGA and has been a real blessing to our school as she keeps the finances in good order. |
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