Elizabeth Abraham - Science and Maths

I have taught Math and Science at SCS in the High School since 2006. I have an undergraduate degree in Chemistry,Physics and Math and a graduate degree in Chemistry from the University of Delhi,India. I also hold a diploma in higher education, which is a teacher training course from the University of Mumbai. I have 20 + years of teaching experience for grade 11 and 12 students and University students, before moving to Canada. At SCS, my aim is to teach effectively as per modern educational practices and at the same time instil good morals and Christian principles in the students.

Valerie Barnes - Grades 1 & 2

I consider it an honour and blessing to be joining the highly qualified teaching team at Signet Christian School. In 2004 I graduated from Redeemer University College with a Bachelor of Christian Education. I spent 3 years teaching in different schools. I decided to go back to school part-time while continuing to work full-time with children. In 2008 I graduated with a Bachelor of Education and I also received my OCT certification. In the past year I worked part time as a grade 1/2 teacher at another school in Toronto and part time as a Support Worker for a child attending Signet Christian School. I instantly felt at home at SCS with the staff and of course the hospitable students who are so full of life! I admired the work that I witnessed the Lord doing here as I observed children developing into mature citizens of God’s kingdom. I began praying that God would provide a teaching opportunity at SCS if it was His will. I was extremely pleased when these doors opened for me! It is my passion to work with God’s children and I feel that it is a privilege to be able to do it in a place where His presence is evident. Thank you Lord!

Allen Bedford - Business and Humanities

I currently teach business to grades 9 to 12. I have had the privilege of teaching at SCS for about eight years. My educational background includes community college, majoring in accounting and business administration, and in courses from the University of Toronto about running small businesses. I have also taken the CMA course. I also have hands on experience in sales, financial management, and administration in businesses and not-for-profit organizations. Extra-curricular activities include organization on the 30 hour famine, and the schoolt store and cookbook. It has been a blessing to have had the opportunity to work with such a dedicated staff as we have at SCS.

Donna Broomfield - Special Ed Support

As a graduate of SCS I feel honoured to give back to an organization that gives so much to the students they teach. I have been working at SCS for five years now and I am constantly amazed at the abundance of love, support and Christian guidance shown to the students by the staff. It is truly a privilege to be a part of such a talented teaching team. I obtained my undergraduate degree in Sociology and Fine Art from the University of Toronto and a Masters of Science in Education from Medaille College. I love working with children; it has always been my passion to watch young people learn. Being able to do what I love in a Godly environment has been a blessing!

Sam Chang - Mathematics

I am currently teaching grade 11 and grade 12 Mathematics. I was raised and educated in Hong Kong and earned my PhD in the U.S. Before I emigrated to Canada, I had been a lecturer in the Hong Kong Baptist University and then I moved to the University of Toronto. I love Mathematics, I love my students, and most imortantly I love my Lord. There is be nothing more exciting than teaching, and serving God, and working with a team of devoted educational professionals at SCS.

Emma Flach - Visual Art

Ida Fu - Admissions and Administration

This is my ninth year on staff at SCS. I started my secretarial position when the high school still operated at the North Campus. Currently I am engaged in a wide range of responsibilities such as student admissions, and high school affairs, as well as assisiting with other administrative duties. I received my education in Hong Kong and had a career in a bank for many years before emigrating to Canada. As an active church member, I also assist in organizing and planning different activities and programs run by the church. Presently I am a volunteer on the board of our church day care and the bookkeeper for our Chinese school. Working for SCS has been a very rewarding and enjoyable experience.

Meta Grewal - Elementary French

I currently teach French to all elementary grades, supervise children in the before school programme, and teach physical education to the kindergarten and grade 1 and 2 class. I have worked for SCS for the last 18 years. My studies include Business Administration, French and Sociology. It is a pleasure to work at SCS and I am looking forward to another exciting year as we continue to grow in the grace of our Lord.

Lyn John - Kindergarten

I have been teaching kindergarten at SCS since 1983. I took my Primary Specialist training at Ottawa Teachers' College and began my teaching career in Ottawa. I then taught in North York followed by two wonderful years teaching in Jamaica. Before coming to SCS I was home raising a young family and running a small daycare. I love teaching and greatly enjoy the freedom of our Christian school to pray with children as well as teaching them God's truth. What a joy!

Joyce Kandiah - Science and ESL

I started my career at SCS as an assistant to the Kindergarten, eleven years ago and now I am helping overseas students to learn English as their second language. I am currently teaching Maths and Science in the high school; I graduated in science. I feel that our school is a mission field, and I'm enjoying preparing the workers for the harvest for God's glory.

Miriam Kemppainen - English, Music and Drama

I have had the honour and privilege of serving God and His people, alongside the remarkable staff of SCS since 1987. I graduated from U of T in 1986 with a degree in Music Education, and earned a Bachelor of Education degree from the University of Western Ontario in 1987. During my years at SCS, I have served in several capacities, with high school Music, English and Drama as my main teaching subjects. Memorable events include the two years I spent teaching grade 7&8 and the many music and drama productions my classes have presented. In addition to teaching English this year, I am serving as the high school Chapel Coordinator. My 22 years at SCA have been much more than a career; they have been ministry through education, with the Word of God as our key source of wisdom and truth. What a blessing!

Gerry Kroezen - Grade 7 & 8

I'm the newcomer to SCS this year and I am very excited to be joining the amazing learning community here. I completed my B.A. Honours in English at Tyndale University and then decided to go back for another go around this time in the B.Ed. program. I completed my B.Ed. and received my OCT certification this summer while working alongside some fabulous teachers and administrators in various educational settings. I'm looking forward to sharing my love of learning with the students, and hopefully even with the teachers, here at SCS this year.

Laurence Lau - Economics

I graduated from the Chinese University of Hong Kong and obtained the degree of Bachelor of Social Science and Diploma of Education. Since 1975 I have taught course in economics in some high schools and post-secondary institutions. I have been teaching at SCS for ten years. I love to teach here because it provides the opportunity to show young people the way that leads to the wisdom of God.

Ember MacNeil - Grades 3&4

In 1998, I graduated from York University with a Bachelor of Education, and then proceeded to join the amazing team of educators at SCS. Since that time, I have had the honour and the privilege to teach some of God's children at SCS for the past 11 years. Currently my duties include teaching a split Grade Three & Four class, chairing the Scholastic Book Fair, creating Sprit Days, organizing Grandparents' Day, and running a Fund Raising Event. I sincerely enjoy working at this school and count it a blessing that the Lord led me to this extraordinary place!

Vivian Obara - Accounts and Admin

I’ve been a secretary at SCS for the past 16 years and responsible for the bookkeeping since September of 2004 . My photographic training at Ryerson and Toronto Western Hospital enabled me to undertake the production of the SCS yearbooks from 1991-1996, as well as my more recent challenge of capturing digital images of school activities for newsletters, our website, and other promotional purposes. I delight in serving the students, parents, and staff of this Spirit-filled school.

Margaret Richards - Grades 5&6

I am entering my fifth year at SCS as the grade 5/6 teacher. I did most of my education in England and other parts in the United States and Canada. I consider what I do, a mission and not just a job. I am blessed working in this field and with the staff at SCS.

Martin Sandford - Principal

I am now the Principal of SCS, having served the school previously as Registrar, and Vice Principal. I was trained in England as a Maths teacher, but I now spend most of my time organizing the school. It is a privilege to serve staff and students here, and delight in what God is doing with the people He has called to this school.

DeeDee Tekoniemi - Library and Biology

I am currently in my fifth year of teaching, of which this is my third at SCS. Teaching has become my second career, following nearly 10 years in store management. My qualifications include OCT certification and a professional certificate of education from the State University of New York at Buffalo. I completed my undergraduate work at the University of Guelph, with an Honours B.Sc, Biological Science. I am certified to teach Biology, Chemistry, Science, Advanced Placement Biology, and Health and Physical Education. I currently teach in the high school: Biology, Health and Physical Education, Civics and Careers, Individual and Family in Society, and will also be teaching French. In addition, I am the K-12 librarian, as well as the faculty advisor for our Student Council, Store, and Graduate Committee. This previous summer I completed my Honour's Specialist in Biology, and plan to continue with professional development opportunities, with the intention of working toward a Principal's Qualification. Since coming here to SCA, I have been thoroughly blessed to be able to work with such a wonderful, close-knit faculty and staff, and equally blessed by our unique, gifted, and exuberant student body.

Patricia Wolfe - Afterschool Supervisor

"A hundred years from now it will not matter what my bank account was, the sort of house I lived in, or the kind of car I drove . . . but the world may be different because I was important in the life of a child." - Kathy Davis

I am excited to have the opportunity to be apart of SCS. I consider it a privileged to be able to invest in the lives of children through the after school program. I have been working with children from preschool age and elementary for the past 16 years. I love kids and youth they are my passion. I am active and love to have fun.  In 2001 I graduated from Eastern Pentecostal Bible College with a Bachelor of Theology, with a major in cross cultural studies. I continued my studies at Tyndale University College and Seminary and received a Masters of Theological studies with a double minor in Education and Pentecostal Studies. During my graduate studies I learned the value of integrating my faith and academics. The Bible teaches people to be a workman best approved unto God. I look forward to putting my best and investing in SCS.