Staff & faculty

Partner with us for a positive experience for the whole family.

Staff & faculty

Partner with us for a
positive experience
for the whole family.

Our Team

We exist to develop leaders who see the world through God’s eyes by providing opportunities to excel academically, grow spiritually, and serve compassionately so they can positively impact their world.

Tim Makcen

Principal

I graduated from God’s Bible School and College in 2006 with a BA in education. Prior to my employment at ACA, I worked in the student recruitment office of GBS.

I am passionate about developing leaders through Christian education. Since 2012, I have taught history and Spanish courses in the HS department of ACA.  For the 2017-18 school year, I transitioned into an administrative position as the Principal of ACA.

In my free time, I enjoy sports, playing golf and spending time with my wife and daughters.

Rachel Ferree

Rachel Ferree

Administrative Assistant

I began working at ACA in 2005 as a Computer teacher and receptionist.  In 2007, I transitioned into my current position as Administrative Assistant.

I have a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science with a minor in Business Administration from Southern Wesleyan University.

In my free time, I enjoy drawing/doodling, spending time with friends and family, playing the piano, listening to music.  I am also actively involved in ministry at my church and I enjoy serving the Lord.

Private music lessons at Aldersgate with Rachelle Wolf

Joey Ratcliff

Campus Pastor

Joey Ratcliff came to ACA in the Summer of 2021 as the K-12 campus pastor. He is a graduate of ACA (2001) and God’s Bible College (Ministerial Ed.), and is currently pursuing an MDiv from Wesley Biblical Seminary.

“Pastor Joey” has served in several ministry roles including youth pastor, assistant/associate pastor, principal, and lead pastor. However, he is especially passionate about ministering to young people, as evidenced by his work on the board for his church’s youth camp and as a director for Youth Challenge.

He, his wife Andrea, and their five children are happy to all be a part of the ACA family.

Kara Moore

Kara Moore

Kindergarten & Student Teacher

I have a BA in Music and classroom Education from God’s Bible School and College. I have taught 1st and 2nd grade for 3 years at Independence Bible School in Kansas. I am looking forward to teaching middles school grades and getting to know the students and their families.

In the summertime, I enjoy traveling and going on mission trips when possible. Some hobbies I enjoy are photography, playing the piano and flute, and singing. I am amazed at the ways God has used these talents and passions in many different capacities to minister to others.

One of my favorite verses is Romans 8:28: “If God is for us, who can be against us?”

Mike DeStefano

Dr. Kristen Bird

Kindergarten Teacher

Sarah Watson

1st Grade Teacher

Michelle Hopkins

2nd Grade Teacher

Working with children has always been my passion. I accepted Christ as a young girl and always dreamed of teaching.

After graduating in 2005 with a BA in Elementary Education, I taught second grade for the next six years. In 2009, I graduated from Liberty University with a M.A.T. in Elementary Education.

I have a passion for teaching children about God, am a firm believer in Christian education.

I am currently the Children’s Pastor at Kenwood Bible Methodist Church.

Allison Turner

3rd Grade Teacher

I graduated from God’s Bible School and College with a BA in Elementary Education and Liberty University with a Master of Arts in Elementary Education (2019).

My favorite verse is Titus 2:11.

Mike DeStefano

Karissa Bird

4th Grade Teacher

Zachary Potteiger

5th Grade Teacher

I graduated from God’s Bible School and College with my BA in elementary education in 2020.

I’ve always had a special place in my heart for kids and felt that God was calling me to work with them.

I attended school here at ACA from grades K-2nd, and now God has been working in my life and opening doors and he’s led me to teach here!

I feel very blessed to be furthering God’s kingdom here at ACA and ca’t wait to see what God has in store for this year.

One of my favorite Scripture verses is Philippians 4:13. 

Kendra Muir

Kendra Muir

PE Teacher

I graduated from God’s Bible School and College with a BA in Music and Classroom Education and Liberty University with an MA in Teaching.

I teach specialty classes for the K-4 grades which include Physical Education, Art, Advanced Reading, Spanish and Technology.

My favorite Scripture passage that I am working to memorize is Romans 8.

Tim Crater

3rd Grade Music

Mike DeStefano

Sarah Cook

Instructional Assistant

I graduated from GBSC  with a BA in Intercultural Studies and World Missions in 2017
My passion is teaching and children’s ministry. I am the children’s minister at Wesleyan Evangelistic Church in Dayton, Ohio.  

I enjoy good coffee, seeing transformations (lives, houses, health, etc.), and time with friends.
Nick Black

Nick Black

MS/HS Teacher

I graduated from Hobe Sound Bible College and Liberty University and have BA degrees in Health and Physical Education and a Masters of Education in Social Studies.

My favorite scripture is 1 John 3:7.

Steve Nelson

MS/HS Teacher

Joe Reimann

MS/HS Teacher

Karen Albertson

Karen Albertson

MS/HS Teacher

I graduated from God’s Bible School and College with a degree in Integrative Studies focusing in Modern Languages and Foundations of Language.

I love studying foreign languages, and have studied at least a little of the following: Koine Greek, Japanese, Spanish, and German. It should come as no surprise, since I teach English, but I love to read and write.

One of my favorite things to do is find a new coffee shop where I can work on lesson plans, study, or read.  One of my favorite verses would probably be II Corinthians 12:9, because I need the reminder that I need Christ’s power to do anything.  

But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” 

Therefore I will boast all the more gladly of my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest upon me.

Amy Redmond

MS/HS Teacher

I have a Bachelor’s degree in nursing from Ohio University and have practiced as a registered nurse for the past 7 years.

I have worked in multiple areas of nursing over the course of my nursing career. Most recently, I was employed in a Labor & Delivery/ Postpartum Unit. During some recent events in our life, my husband and I felt God asking us to relocate our family.

Everything lined up for me to teach at Aldersgate in middle school and high school sciences.

I am so excited to be teaching and I can’t wait to show my students the amazing world of science through God’s eyes!

Eli Albring

MS/HS SpanishTeacher

Hello! I am originally from Honduras, CA.

I graduated from Union Bible College with a BA in Elementary Education.

I got married to a wonderful man and came to Ohio in 2019.

I’ve taught several grades and classes before, but this is my second year teaching Español in ACA
and I am loving it!

I enjoy teaching Spanish and being able to share the beauty of the language and the culture with the students.

You don’t know God’s plans for your life, which they are for good, still it is wonderful to be able to learn and to prepare in everything you are able to.

My favorite verse is Jeremiah 29:11

Melissa Gresham

Mellissa Gresham

MS/HS Teacher

I am a 1997 graduate of God’s Bible School and College with a double BA major in Elementary education and Music education.

As a pastor’s wife and mother of three, I am involved in a variety of ministry and family activities.

I enjoy reading, cooking, baking, running half marathons and serving Jesus! Through an organized classroom, I present detailed learning environment that students enjoy. I enjoy offering students the opportunity to learn through a variety of resources and activities.

My favorite scripture is Psalms 55:22.

Elias Abraham

Elias Abraham

HS Literature & Bible Teacher

In 2013 I graduated from God’s Bible School and College with a BA in Teacher education.

Prior to teaching, I was employed at GBS at the Administrative Assistant for the Vice President Offices of Student and Academic Affairs.  Since 2015, I have taught HS English and Literature courses for ACA.

My favorite pastimes include reading, playing disc golf and playing strategy games.

Elias Abraham

Samuel Cramer

HS Math Teacher

Tim Long

Music Teacher

Mike DeStefano

Andrea Ratcliff

HS Secretary

I graduated from God’s Bible School and College in 2004 with a BA in Music Education.

Before returning to ACA, I was a pastor’s wife and homeschooling mom to my five kids.

Phil. 4:19
Mike DeStefano

Ruth Paulus

Specials/Music Teacher

Mike DeStefano

Michael DeStefano

Band Director

I have both a Bachelor and Master of Music in Piano Performance from Bob Jones University.

My favorite verse is Isaiah 41:13.

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