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 joined the staff in 2021.

Mr. Alex Martin, Prep School

Alex joined the staff in 2021.

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

Mrs. Charyl Baziak, 2nd 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.

Mrs. Erica Carroll, 1st Grade

Erica joined the school staff in 2021.

Mrs. Amanda Black, Kindergarten

Amanda joined the staff in 2021.

Mrs. Myaka Bryant, Young 5

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. Tennille Winterstein, Young 5/Elementary Aide

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!”