Our Team
Brandon Shultz, M.Ed
Head of School
Brandon Shultz began working in education over 20 years ago when he moved to Taichung, Taiwan where he studied Mandarin, served as a missionary and an associate pastor, as well as worked in bilingual education as a teacher and administrator. In 2007, Mr. Shultz and his family relocated to Los Angeles, California to continue working in ministry and education. For the next twelve years, he served as an administrator, high school principal, and the vice president on the school board of a K-12 Christian school. Today, Mr. Shultz leads PCPA and has a passion to see Christian education more accessible to families through unique delivery models. He firmly believes in the mission of Christian education for reaching the next generation and bringing sustainable, generational change to families and communities.
Chris Dunn, Ph.D
Bible Teacher
Mr. Chris Dunn is passionate about Christian education and has worked in the field for over fifteen years. He began by teaching middle school math and high school Bible at a private school and then transitioned to Christian higher education. He has advanced degrees in Theology, Biblical Studies, and recently finished a Ph.D. in Leadership. Learning is a lifelong endeavor for Mr. Dunn, and he is passionate about reaching hearts and minds through holistic education from a Christian worldview.
Kelly Rice, B.S.
Art Teacher/ Elementary Teacher
Mrs. Kelly Rice has been teaching Art since 2005. She loves to inspire creativity and delights in the look on her students’ faces when they discover a new medium or style they love. She believes Art is a necessary outlet for imagination and passion in young people. Mrs. Rice holds a Bachelor of Science in Education from Central Michigan University, graduating with an Art Major and an Outdoor Education Minor. She is certified to teach K-12 Art in Florida, and has primarily spent her years teaching PreK-8th grade in public schools, however, she also has experience in Christian education. She is excited to switch to an online platform where she can reach children across the country and also have the flexibility to be a wife and mom to her three elementary aged kids.
Aaron Dowen, M.Ed
Admissions & Support Specialist
Aaron Dowen, M. Ed Mr. Aaron Dowen is a versatile creative professional passionate about storytelling, design, and education. With experience in writing, graphic design, marketing, and teaching, he brings a unique artistic perspective to every project. He holds a Masters of Education from Liberty University and a Masters certification in Worship Studies. He has a list of publications in his name from comic books to devotionals. His published work spans across various mediums, reflecting his commitment to creativity, professionalism, and inspiring others through both personal and professional endeavors.
Jose Olivencia, M.S.
Math/Spanish Teacher
Mr. Jose Olivencia is a learner of the arts, science, and nature. He has taught for 15 years, 2 of them being in Christian schools and the rest in Texas public schools. Most of his teaching has been in the areas of math and science for Spanish bilingual students, grades 4-8. He also taught ESL to middle school students for 4 years. Mr. Olivencia holds a Texas certification in Bilingual Education for all core subjects and for grades 4-8, with a Bachelor of Science in Biology and a Master of Science in Multidisciplinary Science. Jose has served as a teacher, preacher, missionary, ordained deacon, head deacon, choir/worship team member, and youth director at various churches in Texas and Puerto Rico. He loves the Lord, and has a passion for discipling others to learn to love Him who gave Himself for us, Jesus Christ!
Tomeica Stephenson, M.S.
Elementary Sub Teacher
Mrs. Tomeica Stephenson has been an educator for almost 16 years, many of which were spent in various public and private schools. Mrs. Stephenson currently holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Elementary Education from Northern Caribbean University, Jamaica and a Master of Science degree in Elementary Reading and Literacy from Walden University, Minneapolis. She also holds a Florida Professional Teacher Certificate Pre-k -3 and a Georgia Professional Certificate k-5, with a Reading Endorsement from Florida and Georgia. Mrs. Stephenson has served in numerous departments at her church; teacher, pathfinder counselor, youth leader, assistant family life director and children's ministry leader in Jamaica, Grand Cayman and the United States. It is her desire to purposely allow God to use her in ensuring that students are not just ready for this life of work but for the life with Christ to come.
David Zelenka
Math Teacher M.A
Mr. David Zelenka has been an educator and educational media developer since 1993, creating content for a variety of universities, government agencies, and nonprofits for projects such as wayside exhibits and educational posters, and managed data for citizen science initiatives. For almost 15 years, he was a part-time teacher. In 2020, David followed Christ's call to teach at a Christian school and since then has taught math and Bible study. Drawing from his delight in God's beautiful creation, through the interconnections of math, nature, science, literature, music, history, and art, David encourages students to think critically, work collaboratively, and find joy in learning. Whenever possible, he loves getting out into the wilds with his family and friends.
Arin Harrison, M.A.
English Teacher
Mrs. Arin Harrison has been serving as an educator for 15 years. She has taught in both a traditional classroom setting as well as through various alternative education programs.. As a mother of 2, she strongly believes in providing students with a solid Christian education while still valuing the irreplaceable time that a family shares together. Along with a lifelong passion for reading and learning, Mrs, Harrison also enjoys having the opportunity to mentor students and support them as they strive to reach their academic goals. Her certification includes English Language Arts 8-12, ESL, and she also holds a Principal Certification. She attended the University of Texas in Arlington where she received her bachelor of arts in English, and she later received her masters in educational leadership and administration from Texas A&M Commerce.
Wendy Shultz, B.A.
Chief Operations Officer
Mrs. Wendy Shultz has worked in education and Christian ministry settings for over 20 years. She received her BA in Literature and Culture before starting her career as a teacher and administrator. During her career, she has created and managed international programs in the United States and countries in Asia. Her passion is to multiply Christian education in various cities in the States and other nations to see the Gospel of Jesus Christ significantly impact these areas..
Jessica Chan, B.A.
Pathway Blog Author
Mrs. Jessica Chan graduated from the University of California, Irvine and worked in the private school sector for 6 years. She has worked with displaced people groups and believes in the powerful transformation that education can bring to a community and its individuals. She is also passionate about empowering parents in their child’s developmental path as she raises little ones of her own.