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Eastern Christian School welcomes Samuel Yang as a Bible teacher and service and discipleship coordinator. He has a bachelor’s degree in neuroscience/cell development from Rutgers University and a master of divinity from Westminster Theological Seminary in Philadelphia. With years of experience in ministry, he joins the EC team with a wealth of knowledge and experience.…

Eastern Christian School welcomes McKenzie Paladine as the art teacher in our upper elementary and middle school. She has a bachelor’s degree in psychology and master’s in childhood education both from SUNY Cortland.  Please tell us about yourself. Although I’m originally from New York, New Jersey has always held a special place in my heart.…

Eastern Christian School welcomes Jackie Ingis as a high school art teacher and yearbook advisor. An EC alumna, Jackie holds a bachelor’s in fine arts from the College of Saint Rose and master’s in fine arts from SUNY University at Albany, and master’s of fine arts in fine arts from SUNY University at Albany.  Please…

Eastern Christian School welcomes Erik Olson as a middle school history teacher and girls varsity basketball coach. He received a bachelor’s degree in elementary education from Lebanon Valley College and a master’s in teaching and learning from Nova Southeastern University. Prior to EC, Erik spent his teaching career in public schools.  Please tell us about…

Eastern Christian School welcomes Elizabeth Botbyl as a kindergarten teacher. Elizabeth is an alumna of EC and graduated from Eastern University with a bachelor's degree in early childhood education.  Please tell us about yourself. I grew up in North Haledon and attended Eastern Christian from a young age. When I am not in my classroom,…

Eastern Christian School welcomes Nicole Woudenberg as Admissions Counselor. An EC alumna, she graduated from William Paterson University with a degree in business management.  Please tell us about yourself. I grew up in North Haledon and attended Eastern Christian from kindergarten through high school. After graduating, I went on to earn my B.S. in business…

Eastern Christian School welcomes Yoon Kim as a high school mathematics teacher. She holds a bachelor’s degree in mathematics from Columbia University.  Please tell us about yourself. I moved to the United States when I was a freshman in high school. It seemed like a great time to make the transition to the U.S. at…

At Eastern Christian School, our mission has always been to provide Christ-centered education rooted in faith, excellence, and community. Through the campaign, we are seeing that mission lived out in remarkable ways. The six-classroom addition at our Wyckoff campus is not only a response to growing enrollment but also a testimony to the strength of…

Eastern Christian School welcomes Sarah Martin as a fourth grade teacher. An EC alumna, she graduated from Liberty University with degrees in K-12 special education and PK-6 general education.  Please tell us about yourself. I grew up in Midland Park, New Jersey. I enjoy reading, spending time with my family and friends, and traveling. My…