Experience: 2021 – present: Principal, Immanuel Lutheran School, St. Charles, MO 2015 – 2021: Assistant Principal, Immanuel Lutheran School, St. Charles, MO 2014 – 2015: Associate Principal, Trinity Lutheran School, Tinley Park, IL 2012 – 2014: Assistant Principal, Trinity Lutheran School, Tinley Park, IL 2002 – 2015: Junior High Social Studies Teacher- Trinity Lutheran School,… Read More »

Educational Leadership Philosophy As an educational leader in a Christ-centered school, I believe my role is both a professional responsibility and a spiritual calling. Leadership in Christian education is not simply about managing systems or enforcing policies; it is about building relationships and shepherding people—students, staff, and families—with humility, wisdom, and grace. Helping students grow… Read More »

Experience: 2020 – present Early Childhood Director at Immanuel Lutheran, St. Charles 2000 – 2020 Preschool teacher at Immanuel Lutheran, St. Charles 1999 – 2000 Lead teacher in toddler classroom Degree(s): B.A. Early Childhood Education Concordia University Mequon, WI Interests: Spending time outdoors with my family and enjoying my children’s soccer games. Philosophy: As Early… Read More »

Experience:  I am beginning my 35th year in the teaching ministry. I am a graduate of Concordia Teachers College, now Concordia University, in Seward, NE.  I have taught in schools in McAllen, TX, Mercedes, TX, Springfield, IL, Crystal Lake, IL, Ellisville, MO and now entering my 3rd year at Immanuel. I have enjoyed coaching a… Read More »

Rachel Hahn, PhD, NCTM has served as Associate Director of Music Education and Worship at Immanuel St. Charles since 2019. She earned her PhD in Music Education from the University of Missouri (2019), Master of Music from Southern Methodist University (2016) and Bachelor of Music from Vanderbilt University (2014). Dr. Hahn teaches various music classes… Read More »

Experience: St. Charles Presbyterian Early Childhood Developmental Center – 2 year old lead teacher – 7 years Christ the King Catholic School – Second Grade Teacher – Nashville, TN – 3 years St. Peter Catholic School – Second Grade Teacher/School Musical Director – 3 years, Learning Consultant 1 year Seton Regional Catholic School – Second Grade… Read More »

Experience: I have worked in the Social Services and Counseling fields since 2002. Degree(s): BA Literature Webster University Webster Groves, MO BA Psychology Webster University Webster Groves, MO MA Counseling Webster University Webster Groves, MO Interests: I enjoy spending time with my family and friends. I also like to attend plays, listen to music, and… Read More »

Experience: Present, Physical Education, Immanuel Lutheran School, St. Charles, Mo 2023-2026, K-8 Physical Education, Child of God Lutheran School, St. Peter’s, Mo 2012-2016, Kindergarten, Child of God Lutheran School, St. Peters, Mo 2009-2011, Paraprofessional, Fairmont Elementary, St. Peters,Mo Degree: Bachelor of Arts K-12 Physical Education and Health, Lindenwood University, Mo Interests: Outside of the classroom/gym,… Read More »

Name: Chelci Richardson Education: Degrees from Concordia River Forest (Theology spec Koine Greek), UMSL (Mast Ed spec Spanish), and Lindenwood (Ed Spec spec Ed Tech) Relevant Experience: DCE at St. Paul Lutheran – Melrose Park, Spanish teacher and curriculum writer for Orchard Farm High School, along with various coaching experience and linguistic work Family: Married… Read More »

Interests: When I’m not playing with littles, you can usually find me running through nature or escaping to the quiet of the country. I love exploring new restaurants with my husband, Tim, and our three amazing girls—especially if there’s coffee involved (the stronger, the better)! I find joy and purpose in growing with my church… Read More »

Experience: lead teacher of an infant classroom; lead teacher of a summer camp program; going into 4th year as lead of 2 year old classroom at ILS Degree: Early childhood education (Southeast Missouri State)

Experience: 2011 – Present Teacher, Preschool 2, Immanuel Lutheran School, Saint Charles, MO Teacher, Second Grade, Zion Lutheran School, St. Charles, MO Degree(s): B.S. Elementary Education and minor in Vocal Music, Concordia University, Seward, NE Masters in Early Childhood 2020 from Concordia University, Seward, NE Interests: I enjoy disappearing into a book, taking pictures, and… Read More »

Experience: I had the privilege of teaching preschool at both Our Savior Lutheran and Zion Lutheran. Degree: I graduated with a degree in Human Development and Family Studies with an emphasis in Child Development from the University of Missouri. Furthering my education , I earned a masters degree in Early Childhood Education from Missouri Baptist… Read More »

Experience: 2012 – Present: Teacher, Preschool 2, Immanuel Lutheran School, St. Charles, MO 2011 – 2012: Instructional Aide, Preschool 2 and 3, Immanuel Lutheran School, St. Charles, MO 2002 – 2011: Stay at Home Mom Degree(s): B.S. Biology Pfeiffer University Misenheimer, NC MAT Early Childhood Education Missouri Baptist University, St. Louis, MO Interests: My interests… Read More »

Bio: Present: Preschool 4 Teachers at Immanuel Lutheran 2020-2025: Preschool Teacher at the Early Childhood Center in St Charles School District 2015-2020: In-Home Daycare Provider 2012-2015: Substitute Teacher St Charles School District 2003-2012: 1st grade and Reading Teacher at the St Louis Public School District Degrees: MA Elementary Education Reading Certification K-8 BA in Elementary… Read More »

Experience: 2014 – Present Teacher, Preschool 4, Immanuel Lutheran School, St. Charles, MO 2013 – 2014 Teacher, First and Second Grade, Immanuel Lutheran School, Jefferson City, MO Degree(s): BS Elementary Education and emphasis in Early Childhood Education, Concordia University, Seward, NE Interests: I enjoy singing in the adult choir, photography, visiting friends, attending Cardinal baseball… Read More »

Experience: Preschool 4 Teacher Kindergarten Teacher Immanuel Lutheran School – Preschool 3 & 4 Aide Immanuel Lutheran School – Second Grade Substitute Teacher, full year assignment St. Charles Cooperating Preschool at Trinity Episcopal Church – Lead Preschool Teacher Florissant Valley Community College – Childcare Specialist for Child Development Center Degree(s): BS Early Childhood Education Southeast… Read More »

Experience: 6 years in pre-K 6 years in kindergarten at Daniel Boone Elementary 2023 – present Immanuel Lutheran School 1st Grade Teacher Degrees: Masters in Early Childhood Education from Maryville University Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education/ Elementary Education from Maryville University. Interests: My husband and I have 2 children Thomas Patrick who will be going… Read More »

Experience:2022-present – ILS (3 years preschool 4, 1 year kindergarten) 2012-2022 – Fort Zumwalt School District: kindergarten teacher, first grade teacher, librarian 2005-2012 – preschool teacher, day care assistant director, Rockwood School District teacher assistant and technology teacher Degrees: Master’s of Science in Education (Certifications: Early Childhood Education B-3, Elementary Education 1-6, Library Media Specialist… Read More »

Experience: This is my 30th year teaching in the classroom. The last 15 years I taught second grade at St. John in Ellisville, Missouri. I have experience teaching in grades first through third grade. When my own children were younger, I also had the opportunity to serve as the director of a Mother’s Day Out program… Read More »

Education: B.S. in Elementary and Early Childhood Education from Concordia College, Seward, NE. Master’s Degree in Early Childhood Education from Concordia University, Seward, NE. Experience: I have served in education for over 32 years, both in the classroom and in administrative roles. For the past 11 years, I’ve been blessed to teach at Immanuel Lutheran… Read More »

Experience: 2024- Present: 2nd grade teacher at Immanuel Lutheran School 2021-2024: Stay at home mom 2016- 2021: 2nd (3 years), 3rd (1 year) , and 4th (1 year) Grade Teacher Interests: I love spending time with my family, appreciating God’s gifts in nature, pretending I am a contestant on the Great British Baking Show, and… Read More »

Experience: 2020 – present 2nd grade at Immanuel, St. Charles 2017 – 2020 – K-1 Reading Specialist and Kindergarten Teacher at St. John’s Lutheran, Bakersfield, CA 2013 – 2017 – 1st Grade Teacher at Immanuel St. Charles 2007 – 2013 – 1st Grade Teacher at Grace Lutheran Chapel, St. Louis 2005 – 2007 – Kindergarten… Read More »

Experience: 2017 – Present 3rd Grade Teacher at Immanuel Lutheran School, St. Charles Completed over 100 hours of field experience in various general education settings. Completed over 60 hours of field experience in various special education settings. Completed 16 weeks of student teaching at St. Paul’s Lutheran School, Bourbonnais, IL in the 3rd grade. Degree(s):… Read More »

Experience: 2024 – present, Grade 2, Immanuel Lutheran School, St. Charles, MO 2020 – 2024, Grade 3, Immanuel Lutheran School, St. Charles, MO 2015 – 2020, Grade 2, Immanuel Lutheran School, St. Charles, MO 2011 – 2015, Grade 2, Immanuel Lutheran School, Wentzville, MO 2007 – 2011, Grade 4, Immanuel Lutheran School, Wentzville, MO Degree(s):… Read More »

Experience: I began my career in the corporate sector before entering into education. I completed my Apprentice/Student teaching at Word of Life Lutheran School and served as a substitute for various local Lutheran schools during the 2024-2025 school year. Degree: Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Missouri, Columbia Master of Arts… Read More »

Experience: Student Teaching at Green Trails Elementary Maternity leave substitute at St. John Lutheran School Frequent substitute teacher at Child of God Lutheran School Degree: Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from the University of Missouri (Mizzou) Interests: Reading, watching movies, coaching sports, and hanging out with friends and family Philosophy of Teaching: A classroom… Read More »

Experience: 2021-2022 4th Grade Teacher at St. John Nottingham, Cleveland, OH Degrees: B.S. in Middle School Social Studies and B.A. in Director of Christian Educartion from Concordia Chicago, River Forest, IL. Interests: In my free time I love to explore the town and state I’m living in. I love finding cool hiking trails for me… Read More »

Experience: 2020 – Present – Grade 5, Immanuel Lutheran School, St Charles, MO 2010 – 2020 – Middle School Math & Science Teacher at Child of God Lutheran School in St Peters, MO Degrees: BS in K-12 Education – Concordia University in Seward, Nebraska BA in Exercise Science with a Coaching Endorsement- Concordia University in… Read More »

Experience: 2016-Present: Teacher, Immanuel Lutheran School, St. Charles, MO 2013-2016: Principal, Our Redeemer, Overland, MO 2005-2016: Teacher, Our Redeemer, Overland, MO 2002-2005: Teacher, St. Mark, Flint, MI Degree(s): MA Education – Lindenwood University, St. Charles, MO BA Education – Concordia University, Ann Arbor, MI Interests: Family, watching movies, listening to good music, volleyball, making breakfast… Read More »

Experience: 2022 – present 6th & 7th Grade ELA at Immanuel, St. Charles Degrees: B.S. in Middle Grades Education: Literacy, Science, and Theology from Concordia University Chicago, 2022 Currently pursuing M.Ed. in Curriculum & Instruction from Concordia University Nebraska Interests: When I’m not in the classroom, I enjoy traveling, reading, staying active, and playing board… Read More »

Experience: 2018 – Present Technology Coach and STEAM Coordinator at Immanuel Lutheran School School librarian 2014 – 2018 Substitute teacher 2016 – 2018 TA Washington University 2005 – 2007 2 Years as a St. Louis Science Center Camp counselor 3 Years Magic House Educator Degree(s): MSA Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University 2008 BS in Psychology Washington University… Read More »

Experience:  2020 – present: Religion and Science Instructor at Immanuel Lutheran School Science Instructor and Chemistry Curriculum Assessment Team Member at Emil E. Holt High School Science Department Chair and Instructor at St. Dominic High School Adjunct Assistant Professor of Chemistry at St. Louis University Adjunct Associate Professor of Chemistry at Maryville University Teaching Assistant… Read More »

Experience: 2013 – present: Classroom Teacher, Immanuel Lutheran, St. Charles, MO 2004 – 2013: Parent Educator, PAT, St. Charles City School District, St. Charles, MO 1994 – 1998: Grade 8, Pre-Algebra and Algebra, Ladue School District, St. Louis, MO 1989 – 1994: Grade 8, Pre-Algebra and Algebra, Wentzville School District, Wentzville, MO Degree(s): BS Secondary… Read More »

Current Position: Teacher, Grade 8 Homeroom, Communication Arts (English, literature, writing, spelling), and French Experience: 2013-present Classroom Teacher, Communication Arts and French, Immanuel Lutheran, St. Charles, MO 2010-2013 French, Lutheran High School North, St. Louis, MO 1997-2010 Grade 6 and French, Baton Rouge Lutheran School, Baton Rouge, LA 1993-1995 English and French, Parkview Baptist School,… Read More »