Our Faculty

Patti Simon
Head of School
In 1987, Patti Simon began her journey with VFCA as a teacher, working her way up to assistant principal and ,in 2003, to head administrator. In addition to her B.A. in Elementary Education, she also has her M.A. from Oral Roberts University in Christian School Administration.
Patti is committed to VFCA’s mission of raising up Godly leaders and desires to expand the kingdom of God through missions at home and abroad.
Her recognitions include “Most Outstanding Masters Candidate” from the ORU School of Education, the “Leader of Excellence in Religious Service” Award from the Professional Women of Northern Alabama and the ORUEF Administrator of the Year Award.
She currently serves as site chair for the International Christian Accrediting Association as well as President of the Christian School Alliance.
Patti is married to Greg Simon, lead pastor of Valley Fellowship Church. They have two daughters, Rosalyn and Kimberlyn.

Angela Isley
Upper School Principal (5-12)
Mrs. Angela Isley joined Valley Fellowship Christian Academy in 2006 as the SchoolReceptionist. In this role, she facilitated the daily operations with students, teachers, administrators, and parents. In addition, Mrs. Isley taught a college readiness course and coordinated college counseling for 11th and 12th grade students. She also facilitated standardized assessments such as the PSAT, ACT Explorer, ACT Plan and most recently the ACT Aspire and ACT. In 2011, she transitioned as the Business Manager and Little Valley
Academy Director. In 2015, she accepted the position as Upper School Principal. Mrs. Isley draws from her 12 years of experience in Christian Education while serving the students and families in grades 5th – 12th.
In 2005, Mrs. Isley earned her Bachelor of Science degree from Southeastern University in Human Services, with a focus in psychology and counseling. In 2016, Mrs. Isley earned her Masters of Education degree from Oral Roberts University, with a focus in Christian School Administration.
Mrs. Isley and her husband Andrew have been married for almost 16 years and are blessed to
have two sons and a daughter. Asher, Abel, and Ari have all attended LVA and VFCA since

Ruthie Baker
PK3 - Elementary Principal
Mrs. Ruthie Baker joined the Valley Fellowship Christian Academy team in 2016 as the Little Valley Academy Director. Before joining VFCA, Mrs. Baker had nine years of experience in preschool administration and thirteen years of teaching experience in the field of Early Childhood Education. Mrs. Baker earned her degree in Social Science in 2003, a degree in Christian Ministry in 2007, and a degree in Christian Caregiving and Counseling from Oral Roberts University in 2020.
Mrs. Baker is married to Fred Baker; together they have four precious children Shara, Zoe, Aiden, and Christopher. They are members of Valley Fellowship Church, and they are blessed to partner with Valley Fellowship Christian Academy in raising their children to become Godly Leaders.

Tiffani Donohue
Preschool Director Infant-PK2

Donna Parkhill
Business Manager


Pastor Greg Simon
Valley Fellowship Pastor

Pastor Carol Simon
Valley Fellowship Pastor

Jennifer Berisford
School Nurse

Beth Frederick
Receptionist

Yolanda Edwards
1st Grade Teacher

Cynthia Harmon
3rd Grade

Beth Aduddell
6th Grade Teacher

Andrew Isley
Upper School English Teacher Grades (7 - 12)

Scott Berry
Upper School Band

Jim Cochran
Maintenance

Christina Wendorf
Receptionist

Melody McCulley
K5 Teacher
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Lilly Cordero
Receptionist

Rachel Quiroz
2nd Grade Teacher

Ashley Thompson
4th Grade Teacher

Whitney Seymour
6th Grade Teacher

Heather Smith
Upper School Science and Math (7-12)

Bonnie Cochran
Music and Library

Sarah Annerton
Art

Victoria Riley
3rd Grade

Cassandra Holmes
5th Grade Teacher

Elizabeth Bower
Upper School Science Teacher (7 - 12)

Galen Euting
Upper School History Teacher (7-12)

Vanessa DeRubeis
Spanish Teacher

Melissa Bryant
Theater Director

Alan Jackson
Athletic Director

John Howell
Upper School Aide