David Ben Giurgiu
Administrative Assistant
David Ben Giurgiu was born and raised in Greenfield, Massachusetts, and is a proud graduate of Greenfield High School. Growing up in a Christian family, David was actively involved in the children's ministry, thanks to his mother's role as a Sunday school teacher. His love for learning and a strong desire to share his knowledge with others shaped his path.
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Driven by a deep passion for serving and teaching, David began teaching Sunday school at his church. He carries a heartfelt aspiration to nurture the next generation of young individuals who hold a reverence for the Lord and possess a solid foundation of biblical knowledge and wisdom. With his commitment to instilling these values, David aims to inspire and equip young people for a purposeful life centered on faith.
Rebecca Miller
Academic Advisor
Rebecca Miller comes to us with a wealth of teaching and leadership experience. She has received certifications for pre-kindergarten through sixth grade in Missouri, New Jersey, New York, and Massachusetts. She has invested over 34 years in the lives of children…
Born and raised in upstate New York to Christian parents, she learned the importance of loving God with all her heart, mind, and soul, memorizing scripture from an early age. Her commitment to loving and serving God was apparent at an early age. As a teen, she was active in church ministry, traveling throughout the Northeast with a Child Evangelism Team doing Summer Bible Schools and Kid’s Crusades. Her passion for teaching children led her to Central Bible College where she received a BA degree in Religious Education and then a BS from Evangel College. She later did course work at Drury College, UMass, Fitchburg State and Lesley College in Cambridge. After college graduation, she began her teaching career in Springfield, Walnut Grove and Billings, MO.
Rebecca taught Pre-Kindergarten in New Jersey. Moving to Erving, MA to be closer to family. Rebecca resumed her teaching career in grades Pre-K through 3rd grade. Whatever grade she taught, the hallmark of her classroom was a nurturing environment which promoted active learning of foundational skills and character building. She inspired students to reach their potential and beyond and she encouraged parents to become actively involved in the process.
Sought out for her expertise in assessing educational needs of individual children and applying her extensive knowledge and insight to encourage optimal learning in various educational settings, she has served as consultant in the public school and homeschoolers.
Now, Rebecca is pleased to serve with the staff at Providence Christian School and grateful to God for all who contributed to getting the school off the ground. What a joy to see how God has brought together a dedicated team committed to providing an excellent Christ-centered educational environment. Praise be to God for the amazing work He is doing!
Angela Parayson
Kindergarten Teacher
Angela grew up in Athol, Massachusetts. Coming from a Christian home, she has remained an active member of her church since childhood. Serving mainly in children's, youth, and music ministry. Angela knew from a young age that God was calling her to leadership and evangelism. She graduated from Athol High School and continued her education at Mount Wachusett Community College in Gardner, MA. Angela studied nursing and received her Licence in Practical Nursing.
She has worked in a range of medical fields from rehabs to long-term units, from doctor offices, visiting nursing, and lastly school nurse clinics overseas. Angela and her family have spent over 10 years working on the mission field of Haiti pioneering a new ministry called Tree of Hope Haiti. Meanwhile, homeschooled her children from Pre-K to 3rd Grade. Angela is a dedicated and passionate follower of Jesus Christ who is ready to help prepare students and instruct them with a biblical-sound education.
Barbara Pauli
First Grade Teacher
Barbara Pauli, our First Grade teacher at Providence Christian Academy, is a dedicated Christian who has been a successful private, public, and homeschool teacher. She is also committed to teaching children to love and serve the Lord, and has been teaching Sunday School since the age of 16.
While teaching in New Jersey she published under the federal Right to Read grant, twice presented at the New Jersey Teachers' Convention in Atlantic City, and also presented to the Piaget Society of Philadelphia. She also started the first public Preschool in New Jersey. Her forte was in recognizing, correcting, and preventing cognitive perceptual motor dysfunctions.
Upon moving to Massachusetts, she saw a need for her students to learn about the character of Christ through teamwork, cooperation, and supporting and encouraging others ahead of themselves. She quickly developed A Rubric for Responsible Behavior, which was based on the character of Christ. The Lord blessed this work, and she presented this rubric at the 2002 Teachers Institute for Franklin and Hampshire County as Bullying Prevention.
Barbara is delighted to have this opportunity to help raise up the next generation at Providence Christian Academy to love and serve the Lord.
Alena Lashtur
Third Grade Teacher
Alena Lashtur, a native of the Republic of Moldova, was raised in a Christian family led by her pastor parents. From her early years, a deep love for God and His ministry was instilled in her family, always placing it at the forefront.
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Beginning in her childhood, Alena actively participated in church activities, teaching Sunday school and engaging in music programs for children. Her commitment to serving God continued as she took on the role of a youth music leader for over 15 years.
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In 2004, Alena graduated from Greenfield Community College, and subsequently, she worked as an ESL tutor for Greenfield Public Schools until 2011. Later, she transitioned to become a substitute teacher in the Gill Montague district. As a mother of three, Alena, alongside her husband, has devoted their lives to the service of God and His people.
Kristan Keiderling
Second Grade Teacher
Kristan grew up in Northern New York and embraced Christianity at a young age. As a teenager, she actively participated in Youth Group, taught Sunday School, and led activities in Vacation Bible School. After college, Kristan took on the role of Director of Children's Education while remaining a leader in the youth and children's groups. She earned her degree in Earth Science, pursued a Master's degree in teaching, and obtained a NY certification for 7-12th grade Earth Science.
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After receiving her degree and teaching credentials Kristan moved to Troy, New York to teach at Oakwood Christian School, where she taught all of the sciences from grades 7-12 and after five years, Kristan has taught the four year old kindergarten class for three years.
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In 2023, Kristan relocated to Massachusetts and took the position as a paraprofessional in a behavioral program at a public school. Kristan had asked God for a challenge that would foster personal growth. During the fall of 2023, Kristan and her husband encountered Providence Christian Academy at a harvest festival, witnessing the enthusiasm and God's work in Greenfield. Hoping and praying for open doors, her prayers were answered sooner than expected. Kristan eagerly anticipates the challenges and amazing opportunities that lie ahead.
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Erin Krueger
Fourth Grade Teacher
Erin Krueger, grew up in a large Christian family here in Massachusetts. She discovered her faith in Christ during her early years and has remained devoted to honoring and serving Him throughout her life journey. During her teenage years, Erin dedicated her summers to working with Child Evangelism Fellowship, imparting spiritual guidance through backyard Bible clubs.
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After graduating from Amesbury High School, Erin pursued higher education and played a pivotal role in leading the children's ministry at Haverhill Alliance Church. Her commitment to sharing the message of Christ extended beyond borders as she engaged in short-term missionary work with Covenant Players and Time Ministries in the Dominican Republic. In 2006, Erin completed her college journey with a degree in English.
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Passionate about cultivating godly character, fostering close relationships with Jesus Christ, and promoting academic excellence in children, Erin has accumulated valuable teaching experience. Her career includes five years as a Junior High teacher at Cornerstone Christian School and a decade serving as a dedicated homeschool educator.
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Erin's life is a testament to her unwavering commitment to faith, education, and the holistic development of young minds.
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Estera Covalenco
Teacher Assistant
Estera was born in Cantemir, Moldova and moved to the US with her family when she was 9 months old. She’s been going to church since then and has been involved in various church activities throughout the years. She particularly enjoyed going to kids camp and has fond memories from those years. Later on she became a camp counselor herself and got to experience the teaching side of things.
She found that she likes being around children; their curiosity and questions fascinate her. She hopes to inspire children at Providence Christian Academy to learn more about God’s Word and to grow in their faith as they navigate the confusing world of today.
Beth Emberley
Music Teacher
From a young age, Beth's involvement in church music impressed on her the meaningful nature of good musicianship for God's glory and the beauty of God's creative mind revealed in music. Beth is passionate about giving each student the training necessary to experience, perform, and appreciate music to the glory of God and for the good of His church.
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Beth grew up in a missionary family in South Africa. After graduating from The Master's University with a degree in music education, she completed her teaching licensing for Massachusetts through Gordon College in Wenham in 2015.
Hope Wullbrandt
Art Teacher
Hope Wullbrandt grew up in Walpole NH. Her loving family and Bible believing church were quite influential in her life.
She graduated from the University of Maine at Orono in 2019 with a BA in Art Education and Studio Art, where she worked with students ranging from preschool to middle school to high school, both in volunteer and formal classroom positions as a student teacher.
Hope then went on to be an assistant preschool teacher at Gorham Arts Center and taught several after school art classes. Following that she took a full time position as a co-teacher at the Little Red Caboose preschool in Maine.
Hope moved to Northampton Massachusetts with her husband Zach and their two boys in 2022. She has enjoyed serving in children’s ministries both at her church in Maine and now at Community Bible Church in Northfield.
Hope is excited about teaching children how to create and appreciate art in a way that points them to God as the ultimate artist.
Anastasia Matevosian
Physical Education Teacher
Anastasia Matevosian is a graduate of Lesgaft National State University of Physical Education, Sports, and Health. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Physical Education, Sports, and Health, specializing in Sports Gymnastics.
With a comprehensive experience spanning 18 years, Anastasia is a seasoned fitness professional adept at coaching individuals of varying ages and skill levels, guiding them toward enduring physical well-being.
Her firm Christian foundation propels her, imbuing a profound purpose to foster not only robust bodies but also morally resilient character.
Anastasia is eagerly enthusiastic about the opportunity to instruct, share, establish connections, and become a meaningful presence in the invaluable lives of your children.