Highly Qualified and Caring Staff

Administration and Faculty Qualifications

Eastwind Christian Academy is committed to maintaining a highly qualified faculty. Qualified and caring teachers form the foundation of a positive learning environment by promoting academic excellence through biblical principles and Christian values.  All of our teachers meet one or more of the following requirements:

  • Teacher Certification with the State of Florida
  • Three or more years of public or private school teaching
  • Bachelor Degree or higher
  • Special skills, knowledge, or expertise that qualifies them to provide instruction in subjects taught

School Administrators

John Johnson

School Director

Mr. Johnson graduated from Apostolic Bible Institute and served as an associate pastor at Calvary Tabernacle in Indianapolis. He was also an instructor at Calvary Christian High School and Indiana Bible College. After returning to Florida, Mr. Johnson continued his teaching career as a public-school math instructor. He earned a Master’s in educational technology and a Specialist’s degree in educational leadership from the University of Central Florida. In 2003, Mr. Johnson earned National Board Certification in mathematics. In 2006, Mr. Johnson became a state certified school administrator and served in that capacity for 18 years with Brevard Public Schools.

Denise Johnson

Principal

Dr. Denise Johnson also serves as a school administrator at Eastwind Christian Academy. She believes every child is a gift from God and deserves to have the best educational opportunities possible. Dr. Johnson attained her BA from the University of Central Florida in 1981 and began her teaching career. After teaching grade levels K-8 and college classes in private and public schools for 19 years, Dr. Johnson became a school administrator and served for 19 years. She has a Master’s degree and a Master’s Specialist degree in Educational Leadership from Indiana University. She attained her Doctorate’s degree in Organizational Leadership from Barry University. Dr. Johnson was recognized as a Level 5 Leader by Brevard Public Schools through John Maxwell’s leadership program.

Together, John and Denise Johnson bring over 75 years of experience in education to ECA. As residents of Brevard County for over 40 years, John and Denise Johnson have attended and contributed to the ministries of Eastwind Pentecostal Church. Their shared passion for Eastwind Christian Academy is to create a positive learning environment by promoting academic excellence through biblical principles and Christian values.

Teachers

Beatrice Morisset

Teacher

Taylor Chavez

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Kayla McNeil

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Chris Nord

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Mindi O’Riordan

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Joseph Clottey

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Office Staff

Sue Pippin

Office Administrator

With nearly 40 years of experience with Holmes Regional Medical Center and Health First, Inc. as a secretary, financial/project analyst and administrative advisor, Mrs. Pippin brings her ability to organize, manage and multi-task to Eastwind Christian Academy. Additionally, Mrs. Pippin has been a member of Eastwind Church for 50 years and she has served in Eastwind’s Sunday School for many years.

Mrs. Pippin always has a warm smile and a “can-do” spirit. She is the first one you will see at the ECA office and she is always ready to assist.

Resource Teachers

Steven DeBolt

P.E. Teacher

Lydia Lindsey

Music Teacher

Mrs. Lindsey brings so much talent and expertise to Eastwind Christian Academy. As a musician, vocalist, choir director, worship leader, educational music producer, teacher, and coach, Mrs. Lindsey has blessed countless audiences from Florida to Alaska! Her experience coupled with her skills and knowledge impacts the students at ECA. In addition to serving as our music teacher each week, Mrs. Lindsey composed our school song, “Eagles of Eastwind,” directed our Christmas program, and prepared students for our annual Christmas Parade performance. Mrs. Lindsey also serves as a substitute teacher. We are blessed to have her on staff at ECA.

Dr. Margaret Myers

Guidance Counselor & Teacher of Social/Emotional Skills and Guidance Counselor

Dr. Myers received her doctorate in mental health counseling from Barry University. She has worked with children and adults in her professional practice as a mental health counselor for the past 25 years. Dr. Myers taught counseling classes at Webster University and served in the counseling department at Central Middle School.
Dr. Myers brings valuable experience and expertise to ECA with a Christian perspective and godly focus. She teaches Social/Emotional Skills to all students.

Melody Velie

Art Teacher

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