Hanna Grishkevich

Principal 

B.S. English and German Language, Teaching program.

M.Ed. Dallas Baptist University

Ph.D. in Higher Education. University of North Texas.

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hgrishkevich@smcak12.com

Teaches AP English and PE when trying to lose weight.

Has been with the school since its first day.

Fun facts: Has a golden doodle Vincent, loves coffee, Mexican food, sushi, Oregon coast, values friendship, enjoys classical music, gardening, reading, and learning.

Irina Tishchenko

VP of Operations, School Registrar & Secretary, Teacher of pre-algebra.  

B.S. Biology, Kyrgyzstan

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itishchenko@smcak12.com

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Has been with the school since its beginning.

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Fun facts: spends the most time in traffic out of all teachers. First one to come, last one to leave. Strict and fair. The rock of this school.

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Loves dark chocolate and plants (house plants, flowers, shrubs). Dreams to live by the coast.

Dylan Sobey

M.A. Biblical Studies- Hebrew Scriptures, Multnomah University (in-progress)
M.A. Biblical Studies- Old Testament, Multnomah University (2018)
B.S. Psychology w/ minor in Music, Western Oregon University (2015)
Certified Professional Bible Specialist, ACSI (2018)

"Mr. Sobes" has been an instructor at SMCA since the 2017-18 school year. He jokes that he works in the “Department of Everything,” and has taught several courses in every subject except mathematics and physical education. When he is not teaching, Mr. Sobes may be found writing his thesis on the book of Lamentations, playing guitar, or cheering on the Portland Trail Blazers and Denver Broncos. 

Larissa Dorokhov

Russian Language Teacher,  

B.S. Social Sciences/ Psychology, Warner Pacific College

M.A. Ministry and Leadership, Western Seminary

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ldorokhov@smcak12.com

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Has been with the school since its beginning.

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Fun facts: all four children are SMCA students, loves Bible and music.

Marilee Janzen

Geology, Biology, Pre-Calculus, Geometry

B.S., Biology Education, Corban University 
A.A., General Studies, Clackamas Community College 
40 Credits, Linfield School of Nursing 

Over 8 years’ experience teaching and tutoring!
 

mjanzen@smcak12.com

Fun facts: I live with my out-of-this-world parents and grandmother in Happy Valley. My sister advocates for the unborn in Austria. My younger brother (in L.A.) is a brilliant engineer. My older brother and sister-in-law are both lawyers. They are raising my adorable niece.  It’s a joy to see them often!

I love soaking in God’s Word and other terrific books. Floral design, gardening, and exploring the mountains are other treasured pastimes. Finally, I lead Hope Dealer outreaches with the homeless. My street friends are very broken and addicted. Humbly pray with me for their freedom and clarity of mind. 

Favorite verse: "Delight yourself in the Lord and he will give you the desires of your heart" (Ps. 37:4).

Nannette Miller

VP of Instruction (Elementary campus). 1st Grade Teacher.

B.S. Elementary Education, Oregon State University

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nmiller@smcak12.com

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Serving at SMBC since 2010

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Fun Facts: Loves Gospel and Bethel worship music, Children’s Ministries and going on adventures with the family, went ziplining over the summer outside Yellowstone National Park.

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Life Verse: Colossians 3:23-24   "Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters, since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving."

Mitchell Ford

PE coach and Athletics Director.

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mford@smcak12.com

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Fun facts: loves everything athletic, enjoys teaching PE, serves as a counselor at Eagle Fern Camp.

Evan Chandler

6th Grade Teacher

B.A. in Elementary Education from Wheaton College

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echandler@smcak12.com

Fun facts: has been through 6th grade 11 times already, married a former SMCA teacher in October 2018, has lived in the Portland area his whole life except for when he was in college, serves as a part-time staff member at The Chapel, a foursquare church in Troutdale.

Nina Perry

3rd Grade Teacher

B.S. Interdisciplinary Studies, Western Oregon University

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nperry@smcak12.com 

Nina taught at SMCA Elementary campus from 2011-2016, has served as a volunteer coordinator of student ministry and several other programs over the last two years and is thrilled to be returning as a teacher this year. 

Fun Facts: Nina loves being an Auntie, participating in her church worship team, driving her big red truck (whose name is Roman) and is learning Russian!

Alina Matskevich

Russian Teacher, Elementary Campus

B.S. Philology, Belarus State University

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amatskevich@smcak12.com

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Fun Facts: I was inspired to become a teacher by my favorite teacher. She is long time retired and she lives in another country. Till this day we send each other hand-written letters. The hand-written letter holds more emotion and feeling.

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Favorite verse: Do unto others as you would have them do unto you. Matthew 7:12

Stephany Strull

Music Teacher, Elementary Campus

B.A. West Coast Baptist College

Singer, song-writer.

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sstrull@smcak12.com

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I like to spend my free time playing guitar and writing songs, taking long walks, hiking, making crafts, drawing, reading, baking, exploring different areas and towns, and visiting quaint coffee shops and bookstores.

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Fun Fact: I lived in Germany for six years because my parents were missionaries there. I write my own music and perform whenever I get the chance.

I love outdoors and anything music-related. I also love hiking, reading books and having wonderful conversations with good friends. 

Natasha Green

Kindergarten Teacher

B.S. Education, Concordia University

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ngreen@smcak12.com

Karen McCord

Reading specialist, Elementary campus

B.A. in Art, Lewis & Clark

Master’s of Art, George Fox University

Soo-Bin Lee

4th Grade Teacher

B.A. in Linguistics from University of Washington (Seattle)

Master of Arts in Teaching from George Fox University

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Slee@smcak12.com

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Fun Facts:

Bilingual (in Korean and English) and a little bit of French

In college, had an African pygmy hedgehog as a pet.

Loves cooking Korean/French/American cuisine

Played flute for over 15 years.

Lived in France for 1.5 years as a student missionary.

Loves being an aunt to nieces who are twins.

Favorite verse:

"But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you." <Matthew 6:33>

Alexa Edwards

Associates of General Studies, Associates of Arts Transfer Degree, Mt. Hood Community College

aedwards@smcak12.com

I have worked with children for the past 9 years, but this will be my first year at Spring Mountain Christian Academy. About a year ago, I spent a month teaching English in Morelia, Mexico through NOE International and hope to go back again someday for several months. I am currently working on my bachelor's in elementary education!

In my free time, I enjoy doing Crossfit/playing sports, backpacking in the Wallowa Mountains, finding new coffee shops with friends or attempting new songs on the ukelele!

Fun facts: Spanish speaker

Tyson Quibell

Teaches English, History, and Bible in middle school and high school.

B.A. in Sports Ministry and Bible, Moody Bible Institute (2010)

M.A. in Pastoral Studies, Multnomah University (2013)

tquibell@smcak12.com

Was with the school from 2015-2017 as a High School Teacher.

Fun Facts: I love ice hockey. I scout and write about it regularly for different publications.  I'm also a big history, philosophy, and theology nerd.  My other favorite activities include exploring the coast with my wife and three children, cooking, and reading.

Stacey Kim

5th Grade 

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[Oregon State University: 2015] 

Bachelor's Degree in Human Development & Family Sciences 

[Pacific University: 2018]

Masters of Arts in Teaching (Secondary) -- Endorsed in English

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skim@smcak12.com

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A little glimpse into my life:

My parents immigrated from South Korea but I was born and raised here in Oregon. While Beaverton is my current place of stay, I am absolutely loving the Happy Valley area.

Jesus = My Number One; I have the best of both Korean & American Worlds; taught K-5 Music to 700 elementary students via the Beaverton School District; was able to briefly teach at the high school I went to; I love my family & friends who have become family; INFJ personality type; Enneagram Type 6, Wing 7 (The Loyalist)

Fun Fact: Ms. Lee (4th Grade Teacher) and I were in the same 9th Grade Geometry class. We connected again after college and have grown closer to Christ together since then!

She is clothed with strength and dignity; she can laugh at the days to come. Proverbs 31:25

Christina Jim

Grade 2 teacher

B.S.- Human Development and Family Sciences, Oregon State University

B.S. - Education, Oregon State University

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cjim@smcak12.com

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This is my first year at Spring Mountain. I’ve been a substitute teacher in the Portland area for the last 2 years. I am so excited to be your student’s teacher! This spring and summer I have loved turning my yard into a vibrant garden. Other things I enjoy include playing board games, disc golfing, hiking, and cooking.

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Nathan Sutherland

7th Grade Teacher

B.A. in TESOL from Multnomah University

B.A. in Global Studies from Multnomah University

nsutherland@smcak12.com

Fun facts: I'm an Eagle Scout, I've climbed Mt. Hood twice and have been to 9 countries, mostly in Central Asia.