Faculty & Staff
The Educators*
Your kids are in great hands.
Jacob Kyle
Certifications
BA in Liberal Arts Education leading to teaching licensure – Southern Adventist University
Biography
When not in the classroom, Mr. Kyle enjoys outdoor activities like hiking and camping. Solving puzzles is another of his hobbies; he enjoys Chess, Sudoku, and Rubik’s Cube puzzles. He also likes cooking and baking vegetarian food in his free time. He grew up on the island of Guam in a large family with three older brothers, three cats, one dog, and a pet duck. Growing up on Guam allowed him to visit many different countries and develop a love of travel.
Janice Matheson
Cecy Caraza
Certifications
BS in Education – Southwestern Adventist University
M.Ed. in Educational Leadership – Southwestern Adventist University
Biography
Born in Mexico and raised in Texas, Mrs. Cecy loves to live now in the Sunshine State with her husband and her dog. She is passionate about Christian Education and service. Experienced her first year as a teacher in the island of Saipan, Mariana Islands and fell in love with missions. She loves learning new languages and visiting new places to learn about the culture. On her days off, you will find her at the beach with her family or at a coffee shop with her friends. She loves the mission that ICJA stands for and prays to see it grow in the future.
Tracey-Ann Trail
Certifications
B.S. Elementary Education K-6
M.Ed. – Bethune Cookman University
Reading Education K-12- University of Central Florida
EdD Curriculum and Instruction- University of Central Florida.
Biography
I am originally from the beautiful island of Jamaica. I enjoy playing board games with family and friends, traveling and learning about new cultures, singing in a group or choir, and watching a movie that makes me laugh uncontrollably. One of my aspiration is to write and publish an inspirational children’s book. Proudest teaching moments are seeing my scholars persevere and accomplish a goal.
Sarah Velasquez
Certifications
Bachelor of Arts, Pastoral Care
State of Florida, Educator License K-6
Biography
Teaching is one of her greatest passions. She enjoys watching her student’s grow and learn throughout the school year. Her desire is to make a difference to those she meets. She is married and has a dog. In her free time, Mrs. Velazquez loves running, kayaking, snorkeling, or just relaxing by the beach. Besides loving people, she also really loves animals. You can see her eyes light up whenever she’s around them.
Patti Hall
Certifications
Teacher Emeritus Southern Union of SDA
Biography
Mrs. Hall has more than 45 years experience teaching English language arts in all levels from middle school through college. The loves of her life are her son and grandson. She enjoys travel, music, and reading. She praises God that He has seen fit to still use her in educating young minds not only academically, but instilling in them His love for His children.
Maria Cordero-Leonor
Rhoni Smith
Shayne Vincent
Gayle Barrett
Rebecca Champion
June Tallent
Pete Cochran
*All ICJA classroom educators are qualified in accordance with the Florida Department of Education standards by having one or more of the following: A minimum of a bachelor's degree, 3 years minimum classroom experience, and/or special expertise related to their subject matter.