Karin Bourquin
Kindergarten Homeroom TeacherEducation:
- B.S., Child Psychology and Music from Missouri Western State College
Experience:
- At CCS since 2019
- Child Development Laboratory Teacher at Arizona State University, 1990-2000
- Behavior Specialist at Applied Behavior Consultants, 2001-2003
- Children Ministries Director at church, 2009-2014
Kayla Busenitz
6th Grade Team Teacher and AideEducation:
- B.A., History from The Master’s University, Magna Cum Laude
Experience:
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Worked in hospice scheduling prior to CCS
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Worked as an auditor for medical staffing agency
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Served on church youth ministry staff for 6 years
Anthony Dials
Administrative Intern; 4th Grade Homeroom TeacherEducation:
- Air Force Associates Degree
Experience:
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United States Airforce Technical Sergeant and Munitions Supervisor
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Multiple medals
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Trained and supervised individuals and teams
Hayley Duncan
7th Grade Homeroom Teacher, H.S. TeacherEducation:
- Valedictorian from Cornerstone Christian High School
- A.S., Social and Behavioral Sciences from Sierra College
- B.S., Communication Sciences and Disorders from CSUS, Summa Cum Laude
Experience:
- CCS Alumna
- Cornerstone teacher for two years
- Barton Tutor (dyslexia) for two years
- Behavioral Therapist for Autistic Children
- Sunday School and VBS Teacher
Cayla Elliott
1st Grade Homeroom TeacherEducation:
- Valedictorian from Cornerstone Christian High School
- A.A., Early Childhood Education from American River College
- A.S., General Science from American River College
- B.A., Child and Adolescent Development focused in Elementary Education from CSUS, Cum Laude
Experience:
- CCS Alumna
- At CCS since 2019
Tracey Elliott
Classroom Aide, BASS SupervisorEducation:
- B.A., English/Communications with a Minor in Christian Studies from Simpson University
- ACSI Certified Teacher K-8
Experience:
- Taught 6 years prior to CCS
- At CCS since 2012
Nick Elizondo
4th and 5th Grade Team TeacherEducation:
- B.S., Secondary Education from Pensacola Christian College
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Master of Science in Educational Leadership fromPensacola Christian College (in progress)
Experience:
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4 years teaching experience
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Taught upper elementary prior to CCS
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Taught music to 3rd-12th graders
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Taught piano for 5 years
Cindi Garrisi
Classroom Aide, H.S. TeacherEducation:
- B.A., English and Communication Studies from Westmont College, Cum Laude
Experience:
- Associated with CCS since 2013 as a parent and Helping Hand Volunteer
- Substitute teacher prior to CCS
Shuniqua Guss
Elementary P.E. Teacher, Playground SupervisorEducation:
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B.A. – English / Creative Writing from California State University, East Bay
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M.S. – Leadership / Adult & Organizational Development from the College of Professional Studies at Northeastern University, Boston, MA
Experience:
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Active member of Immanuel Baptist Church, Midtown, Sacramento, serving in several ministries
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Americorps / Peace Corps volunteer
- HR and Operations
Emily Guydyk
5th Grade Homeroom Teacher, Jr. High TeacherEducation:
- A.A., English, Liberal Arts, and Humanities from Sierra College
- B.A., Medieval and Modern Studies from UC Davis
Experience:
- CCS Alumna
- Multiple years in tutoring ESL students at the elementary, high school, and college levels
- Taught 6th-8th grade Math prior to CCS
Nicole Johnson
Classroom Aide, P.E. TeacherExperience:
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Former Preschool Substitute Teacher
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Involved in Children’s and Youth Church Ministries since 2009
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Event Coordinator
- Associated with CCS since 2018 as a Parent, Helping Hand Volunteer and PTF Volunteer
Melissa Keller
Elementary, Jr. High, and Sr. High Art TeacherEducation:
- B.A., Fine Art from College of Charleston, South Carolina
Experience:
- 10 years in graphic design
- Associated with CCS since 2014 as a parent and Helping Hand Volunteer
- Taught homeschool for 4 years
Trinity Keller
Classroom AideExperience:
- CCS Alumna
- Bible Group Leader
- CCS High School President
Yuliia Kushch
Teacher AideEducation:
- B.A. in Teaching English as a Second Language from the International University of Economics and Humanities, Ukraine
Experience:
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Over 10 years in teaching English as a second language at the preschool and elementary school levels (Ukraine)
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Children Ministry Director at church in Ukraine, 2010- 2018
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Sunday School and VBS Teacher Assistant at a local church in Sacramento
Trilingual: Ukrainian, Russian, English
Jared Lee
6th Grade Homeroom TeacherEducation:
- A.A., Liberal Arts and Humanities, Behavioral Sciences, Social Sciences, and Film and Media Studies
- B.A., Theology from William Jessup University
Experience:
- English Tutor
- Student Ministries Director
- Editor
Rebekah Leiplein
Yearbook Advisor, Marketing and Communications, Elementary Teacher, Drama AssistantEducation:
- A.S., Recreation Management from Sierra College, Honors
- B.S., Recreation, Hospitality, and Parks Management from CSU Chico
Experience:
- CCS Alumna
- Event Planner/Coordinator
- Over 12 years of theater training
Rene Markey
3rd Grade Homeroom TeacherEducation:
- B.A., Liberal Studies with English Supplement from CSUS
Experience:
- 20 years working with children in church ministry
- Substitute teacher
- At CCS since 2018
Heather Reeves
2nd Grade Homeroom TeacherEducation:
- B.A., Liberal Studies with a History Minor from the Master’s University
- CA Multiple Subject Teaching Credential
Experience:
- Taught outside CCS for 4 years
- At CCS for over 20 years
Oksana Romanyuk
8th Grade Homeroom Teacher, Elementary & JH Team TeacherEducation:
- B.A., English (Pre-Credential) at Sac State
- M.A., Teaching at Jessup University
Experience:
- 4 years teaching experience
- Substituted for grades K-8
- Taught English and Art in grades 6-9 for the past 3 years
- Tutored ELs from first grade to college levels
Trilingual in English, Ukrainian, and Russian
Anna Silchuk
Elementary Music TeacherEducation:
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B.A., Music – Violin from University of the Pacific Conservatory of Music
Experience:
- Lake Tahoe Music Festival
- Placer Pops Chorale and Orchestra (First Chair)
- Slavic Chorale and Orchestra
- Multiple Church Worship Teams
- Private Business: Silchuk Violin Studio
Bilingual: Ukrainian and English
Mary Lee Sonke
H.S. Counselor, LibrarianEducation:
- B.A., Elementary Education from Covenant College
- M.Ed., Integrated Curriculum and Instruction from Covenant College
Experience:
- Developed curriculum for elementary history and literature
- 7 years combined teaching experience in Christian education and homeschooling
- Associated with Cornerstone since 2011 as a parent and Helping Hand Volunteer
Savannah Sweet
Classroom Aide, BASS SupervisorEducation:
- 2025 Salutatorian at Cornerstone Christian School
- Enrolled at Jessup University for a B.A. in Liberal Studies
Experience:
- CCS Alumna
- Sunday School teacher for 2 years
- Children’s ministry volunteer for 6 years
Erin Winter
TK Homeroom TeacherEducation:
- B.A., Child Development and Theatre Arts Minor from CSUS
Experience:
- Over 15 years working with preschool age children
- At CCS since 2013