Teachers: 3 Day Model

Pre-Kindergarten Lead Teacher:

Sarah realized her passion for teaching in high school when she had the opportunity to cadet teach at Lakeview Christian Preschool. After graduating from Pike High School, she went on to earn her Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education from IUPUI. She and her husband, Timothy have three amazing children: Caleb, Liam, and Anabella. While staying-at-home to raise her children Sarah got involved with Fishers United Methodist Preschool and served as a board member for six years. She also taught as an ENL teacher for Hamilton Southeastern and was a Pre-Kindergarten teacher for Geist Christian Weekday Ministries. Outside of the classroom, Sarah enjoys spending time with her family, watching her son on the soccer field, genealogy, and volunteering for animal groups. When her daughter started at Northpoint, Sarah knew she wanted to be a part of the Northpoint family as well. She is excited to create a nurturing environment that is full of engaging hands-on activities!

Kindergarten Teacher

Ana was born and raised in Huntington, Indiana and has a degree in Elementary Education from Indiana Wesleyan University. After receiving her degree in 2017, she moved to Avon, Indiana and taught for four years in Brownsburg Community School Corporation with 2 years experience in both Kindergarten and First Grade. This will be her second year with Northpoint teaching Kindergarten. Ana and her husband, Zachary, have one precious little boy, named Calum, who is two years old. Growing up, Ana was very involved in her church community and incorporating her faith in learning has always been a desire of her heart. Ana and her husband both attend Traders Point Christian Church where her husband works as the Broadcast Video Director at the Northwest location. One of her main goals is to build long lasting, close relationships with parents and students, allowing each child to feel loved, valued, and accepted every day. She feels that winning the heart of a child is what allows each to pursue a passion for learning and soar academically.

1st Grade Teacher

Ali was born and raised on the Southside of Indianapolis. She received her Elementary Education degree from IUPUI in 2016 with a Dual License in Reading. Since then, Ali taught for five years in first and second grade at a public school district. This is her second year with Northpoint. She absolutely loves building positive relationships with students and making learning fun and engaging for them. She feels very grateful and blessed to pursue her love for teaching while sharing her love for the Lord. She and her husband, Dalton, recently built their forever home on the same property as her parents and siblings. They welcomed their first son, Walker, in February of 2020. As a family, they enjoy boating, camping and being outdoors!

2nd Grade Teacher

Liana Clark grew up in Malaga, Spain before her family moved to Texas and eventually Indiana. She graduated from Grand Canyon University in 2021 with a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education and a Minor in Biblical Studies. Throughout her schooling she participated in various ministries, including serving on the Hopi Native American Reservation in Arizona, volunteering for a local refugee ministry, and serving the homeless population of Phoenix. She has a heart for outreach, and a passion for teaching little ones about Jesus while helping them reach their full academic potential. Liana has experience substitute teaching grades 6, and K-2, and is excited about the upcoming school year, as well as getting to know students, parents, and staff! She and her husband, David, recently welcomed their first child, Isabelle, into the world in March of 2022 and are loving this new chapter of their lives. She and her family attend Traders Point Christian Church, and live in Indianapolis, where they enjoy spending time with family, friends, hosting game nights, and traveling whenever possible.  

Jeanie graduated from IUPUI with her studies in education and has taught in Lawrence Township for 6 years. She really enjoys working with students and families of the community. Recently, Jeanie earned her Master’s in Curriculum Development with a concentration in English Language Learning at Purdue University. She loves to read historical fiction, take walks with her family, and explore new types of food. She is married to her husband, Donnie, and has a beautiful son, Leland. As a teacher her goal is to make sure each child is seen and loved. Jeanie aims to challenge students academically while developing them as whole people.

4th Grade Teacher

4th-6th Grade Cursive & Crafts

Lora Schultze grew up in Kentucky and followed Jesus at an early age. She always loved children and babysat and served in kid's ministries during her teen years.  Lora received a degree in Elementary Education from Bob Jones University and taught 2nd grade in Waterloo, Iowa until her own children were born. Lora and her husband, Stephen, moved to Indiana in 1999 where her husband became a Pastor at Harbour Shores Church. Lora spent the next few years homeschooling her children (Clay, Will & Alaina), substitute teaching and working in children's ministry whenever possible.

Lora previously taught Intermediate Math at Northpoint for 12 years.  She is thrilled to return to the 3 day program after taking a year off.  

5th Grade Teacher

Emilye Casteel was recently married to her husband in July 2021 and is originally from a family of six. Fun fact about Emilye: She has twenty-one nieces and nephews! Emilye has grown up attending Christian schools in the Indianapolis area. She graduated from Indiana Wesleyan in 2013 with a degree in Elementary and Special Education. She carried this Christian education over into her career while teaching in private schools for a number of years. Emilye has spent most of her career teaching fourth grade. Emilye and her husband, Devonta, currently attend Grace Church and enjoy serving at the Grace Care Center. Emilye assisted with the children's ministry when she was younger and for many years at Grace Church. Emilye and Devonta currently live in Noblesville and met playing board games through Grace. Emilye looks forward to sharing her passion for teaching at Northpoint! Emilye loves seeing the students really begin to understand and ask questions about their faith at this age. She feels extremely blessed by this opportunity!

6th Grade Teacher

Mary K returns to Northpoint after several years spent teaching full time at local private schools. She previously taught at Northpoint while home educating her own children, both Northpoint graduates. Maty K. has degrees from Purdue University and the University of Illinois. She has taught everything from pre-school to geometry with many points in between. Most recently, her emphasis has been in math. Mary K. loves to truly know her students and to engage them in learning and discovery of our Creator's world with all of its marvels and miracles.   Mary K. lives in Nora and is super excited about Northpoint's new location. Her hobbies include spending time with family, camping, cuddling her beagle, Milly, and lots and lots of reading. She and her husband are currently attending their neighborhood church.