Our amazing staff ...
Mrs. Tara Breidert, Administrator
Tara Breidert received a Masters of Education in School Psychology from Central Washington University. Her professional resume includes years as an elementary school psychologist and counselor, an in-home behavior specialist, and an educational consultant. In 2017 she transitioned into the Administrator position at St. Paul’s. Tara and her husband, Jason, have four children, two St. Paul’s graduates and two current St. Paul’s students.
Mrs. Becky Braaten, Prep School
Becky attended college at Concordia University in Portland, Oregon graduating with degrees in Elementary Education and Director of Christian Education. In 2002 she earned a Master’s degree in Educational Technology from Lesley University. She taught for many years at a Lutheran school in Kalispell, Montana in a variety of grade levels and subject areas. Her passion is for sharing God’s Word and teaching middle school students. In 2019, Becky returned to her home state to begin serving at St. Paul’s in Wenatchee. Besides teaching, she enjoys needle crafts, reading, and exploring the walking/hiking trails around Wenatchee.
Mrs. Jennifer Fitzsimmons, Prep School
Jennifer Fitzsimmons has a rich background in education and a deep connection to the Wenatchee Valley. After graduating from Wenatchee High School and earning her Bachelor of Arts in Education from Central Washington University, she spent a decade teaching in Anchorage, Alaska. Her passion for education eventually brought her back to Wenatchee, where she and her husband have settled. In 2021, Jennifer joined St. Paul’s, continuing her dedication to teaching. Outside the classroom, she enjoys gardening, walking/hiking, and fishing.
Alex Martin earned his Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics from Western Governors University in 2014. He has taught at various schools in North Central Washington before coming to St. Paul’s in 2021. Additionally, Alex has taught Math part-time at Wenatchee Valley College since 2017. Alex is currently working on his Master of Science Education degree in Chemistry at WGU. Outside the classroom, he enjoys reading, walking/hiking, and playing with his dogs. As his students will attest, Mr. Martin loves coffee!
Ms. Bethany Symonds, Prep School
Bethany joined the staff in 2020.
Ms. Anna Kugler, 4th Grade; Choir
Miss Kugler received a Bachelor of Music degree in Piano Pedagogy from Concordia University, Seward, NE. She then completed the coursework required for a teaching certificate. She worked in Nebraska, Wisconsin, and Ohio before returning to Washington, the state where she was raised, to join St. Paul's staff in 2017. Miss Kugler enjoys hiking and camping. She also likes reading, doing needlework, and participating in music-related activities.
3rd Grade
Charyl was born in Los Angeles, California and graduated from La Verne University, CA. She graduated with a Masters of Education. She’s taught in elementary school since 1998. Over the years she has taught in kindergarten through fifth grade. She began teaching at St. Paul's in 2015. Since moving to Wenatchee she has enjoyed experiencing the natural beauty and charms of Wenatchee. She enjoys spending time with family, reading, hiking and eating pizza, and she especially enjoys going to the county fair.
Erica attended college at Central Washington University graduating with a Bachelors in Elementary Education and Minoring in Special Education. During her elementary years she attended Preschool through Fifth-Grade here at St. Paul’s. Besides teaching, she enjoys being in the mountains with friends and family, taking in the breathtaking views all around, fishing, and spending time with her husband and their family! Erica joined the school staff in 2021.
Mrs. Rebecca Brandt, Kindergarten
Rebecca joined the staff in 2023.
Myaka joined the St. Paul's staff in 2018.
Mrs. Terri Kleinfeldt, Pre-Kindergarten
Terri joined the St. Paul’s early childhood staff in 2013. She was born in Willows, California and graduated from Northwest Christian University in Eugene, Oregon. Terri is married to Pastor Dave Kleinfeldt and they have 2 daughters. In her free time she enjoys spending time with family, watching movies, and exercising.
Mrs. Lisa Day, Office Administrator
Lisa has a BA in Social Sciences with a minor in Business Administration. She joined the St. Paul's staff in June 2009 after 10 years as a stay-at-home-mom. Lisa is married with 3 children and enjoys reading, camping, crafts, and spending time with family.
Mrs. Brenda Sundstrom, Young 5/Elementary Aide
Mrs. Kelly Krueger, Young 5/Elementary Aide
Kelly joined the staff in 2024.
Mrs. Elvira Ivanenko, PK Aide
Mrs. Cathy Paoletti, PK Aide
Ms. Sandy Morris, Elementary Aide
Sandy joined the St. Paul’s team in 2003. She started as a Pre-K Aide for Karen Brown and worked in the childcare center. Sandy has 2 children, 3 grandchildren, and 1 great-grandchild. She enjoys BSF, spending time with family and the Seahawks “Go Hawks!”
