Teachers 2023-2024

 

Mrs. Prince - PreK

 

Holly graduated from Fresno State with a degree in Mass Communication and Journalism, and a minor in Ag Business. She grew up in California, but moved to Tillamook over 20 years ago and currently lives on a dairy.  She has been teaching Pre-K for three years, and was previously an aid in PK and 1st/2nd grade. Miss Holly loves horses, barrel racing, cow horse, and, of course, her kids. Her favorite subjects are reading, writing, and science.

 

Favorite Bible Verse: Isaiah 26:3-4

 

 

Mrs. Moturi - Kindergarten

 

Holly graduated from Union College in Lincoln, Nebraska in 2018 with a Bachelors of Science in Elementary Education. After graduating, she began teaching grades 6-8 in Monroe, Washington. In 2017 she spent a year abroad in Egypt teaching 1st grade and co-teaching in the preschool. This is where she confirmed that education really was the job for her, as she loved seeing students shine when learning both academically and spiritually. Miss Holly started teaching at TAS in 2020.

 

 

Mrs. Bitter - 1st/2nd

 

Danica graduated from Walla Walla University in 2018, with a Bachelor’s of Science in Elementary Education and Bible and Art endorsements. For two years, she taught 2nd-4th grade at a small school in Lynnwood, Washington. In 2020 she joined the staff at TAS.  Mrs. Bitter enjoys painting, drawing, sewing, and is trying to get into cooking. She has two dogs: Sam (husky) and Waffle (golden retriever). Her favorite subjects are Math & Science.

Favorite Bible Verse: Jeremiah 29:11

 

 

Ms. Sara - Aide 1st/2nd

 

Mrs. Clark - 3rd/4th

 

Sara has a Bachelors in Merchandising Management with a minor in Business. She was a Title I assistant for 5 years, a substitute teacher for 2 years, and created and ran her own school pod for 3 years for grades 2nd-6th. Ms. Sara joins us this year as our aide for 1st / 2nd grade. Her favorite subjects are math and reading. She enjoys sewing, hiking, gardening, exercising and running.

 

Favorite Bible Verse: Proverbs 3:5-6

 

Judi has been teaching for 29 years. She started teaching at TAS in 2012. Mrs. Clark has a Bachelor of Arts, and an Associate of Science. When she's not teaching, she enjoys spending time with her 5 grandchildren and her family, beach-combing, whale watching, bird watching, archaeology, crafts and nature. Her favorite bible verse is Psalm 118:24.

Favorite Subjects: Bible, History, Math, Science

 

Mrs. Mitchell - 5th/6th & Music

 

Michaila completed her Bachelor of Music Education and Bachelor of Music Performance in Idaho. Mrs. Mitchell started teaching at TAS in 2022. She enjoys reading and music. Her favorite subjects are Theater, Reading, Music and History

Favorite Bible Verse: Psalm 143:8

 

Mr. Hunter - 7th/8th / Principal

 

Matt started teaching at TAS in 2015 and has 10 years of experience teaching grades 5-8. He has a Bachelors of Science in Elementary Education and a Masters of Science in School Administration. Mr. Hunter enjoys playing basketball, running, hunting, fishing, and spending time with his family and his animals. His favorite bible verse is Philippians 3:14.

Favorite Subjects: Reading, Science