TEACHING STAFF

Dale Castle

Lead Teacher

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Dale teaches the Sunday school class for K-2nd grade. She joined our congregation in the midst of Covid on All Saints Day. She was drawn to the church after observing our congregation participate in the annual CrossWalk. Dale loves teaching, supporting the community, and being a part of our church family. She is an avid reader, hiker, and animal lover. 

Kimra Holmes

Assistant teacher

Alvis Asiimwe

Lead Nursery teacher

Carly Spears

Office Manager; Youth Ministry Director

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Carly Spears is the Office Manager and the Director of Youth Ministries. She accepted these positions with RUMC because she wanted to apply her previous experience to two very different, but equally rewarding positions that allow her to connect with people, make a direct impact on the lives of children, and become part of a new community! She has a strong background in education and teaching, earning a bachelor’s degree in English Literature and a minor in teaching, as well as a Master’s degree in education. Carly has previous experience as an elementary school teacher, and a college level English instructor. 

Carly is responsible for overseeing the Sunday School programs and ensuring the safety, organization, and operations of the programs. In her role, she checks students into their classes, communicates with parents, plans youth events, and ensures the children's safety. She supports the teachers as needed, including coverage if they are unavailable. 

As the Office Manager, Carly is responsible for supporting the pastor, the members, and the church facilities. Her duties include helping with the Sunday bulletin, designing and preparing the Wednesday email, and maintaining and updating church information and records. As an organizational enthusiast, Carly loves to tinker around the office, cleaning and organizing throughout the day. One of the highlights of the position is coordinating and overseeing the Feed My Sheep food ministry- a ministry that serves food insecure children with weekend food bags in the Ridgefield School District.

In her spare time, Carly loves to be with her family. They love to take drives and explore new areas, travel, and try new restaurants. They LOVE Disneyland, the beach, and working in the garden!