Tammy Baldwin has had a deep love of cooking for many years. She began working at a restaurant when she was seventeen-years-old. On her first night of work as a dishwasher, the restaurant’s cook got sick and Tammy was asked, on the spot, to take on all of the cooking for the night with the help of a waitress. She served around 350 people that night and continued in the restaurant industry for ten more years. Tammy has since catered every type of event you could imagine and has served as the head of the kitchen for church events, both alone and while managing a team. For Tammy, cooking is never simply about preparing food, but it is seeing the joy that people experience from sharing a delicious meal with those they love. She has been a part of the K.E.Y.S. community for over ten years as a parent, a study hall teacher, and the head of our kitchen. Her goal is to pass the love of creating healthy, delicious meals with love to your students!

Shannon Binkley earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Health Sciences from Arizona State University. However, she began her studies at college in design school for Interior Design. She has taught art classes for many years in kids, youth, and young adult ministries at church. She has also taught clinical therapeutic activity classes on art, life skills, and mindfulness. Shannon has worked at her church’s counseling center as a lay counselor for 4 years and has more than six years of behavioral coaching experience with children and adults within several career fields. She is passionate about art & design, behavioral health, nature, faith, and helping others alongside their faith. Shannon is excited to see how God will move through the future generations (youth and young adults). Her goals are to help students develop their creativity, expression, and love for faith in Jesus.

Evie Brechler earned a bachelor's degree in Family and Human Development from Arizona State University. Referring to herself as a “homeschool veteran”, she fondly remembers being taught at home for the entirety of her education prior to college. Before deciding on K.E.Y.S., where she studied for six years before graduating, Evie attended a variety of co-op programs. She has a love for children of all ages and has been involved with childcare and church mentorship programs for youth throughout her high school and college years. Evie has a heart for the next generation, wishing for them to be grounded in Biblical truths during their pivotal years of education. She cannot wait to be a part of encouraging adolescents to be their true selves in Christ.

Since Aaliana Bridges was a child, she has been captivated by the worlds that open up through reading and writing. She always carried books and journals everywhere she went, eager for the chance to get lost in the pages or capture her thoughts. Driven by this passion, Aaliana pursued a Bachelor of Arts in English with an Emphasis in Professional Writing and a minor in Literature at Grand Canyon University. Her studies taught her diverse writing styles and deepened her understanding of the literary arts. For several years, Aaliana worked in children's ministry to promote a love for Christ in the hearts of young people. She now feels incredibly blessed to join the team at K.E.Y.S because it allows her to combine her two favorite things - fostering a love for God and the literary arts!

Steven Briesacher is a serial entrepreneur and devoted family man. He was born Deaf, and American Sign Language is his primary means of communication. His entrepreneurial spirit and dedication to innovation have not only led him to collaborate with Intel and Omnibridge on Automatic Sign Recognition using Artificial Intelligence but also enabled him to make a positive impact within the Deaf community and beyond. Alongside his professional achievements, he takes immense pride in his role as a loving husband to his beautiful wife, Becky, with whom he has shared almost 20 years of marriage. Blessed with a family that uses ASL, he and his wife, Becky, have passed down the love of the language to their children. Steven is also actively sharing his expertise in ASL by teaching the language at the school attended by their children. Over the years, Steven has taught several workshops on ASL and provided tutoring services. His approach to education is marked by a deep belief in the power of fostering understanding and appreciation for Deaf culture. Additionally, Steven’s commitment shines as he meets with everyone, ensuring they know both ASL and Jesus. He is excited to become a part of  K.E.Y.S in the coming school year.

Emma Childs has been a public school educator in Arizona for 4 years, but has tutored for 7. She has her Bachelor's in Elementary Education and is currently pursuing her Master's degree in Curriculum and Instruction, both from Nelson University (formerly Southwestern Assemblies of God University). She is also a licensed minister for the Arizona Ministry Network of the Assemblies of God. After working in the public school system for 4 years, she is excited to work at K.E.Y.S., where she can have open conversations about God with her students. She is passionate about teaching students how to integrate biblical principles and values in academic courses. No matter what we do, we are called to do everything "as to the Lord," as the Apostle Paul states in Colossians 3:23. When Emma isn't teaching, she is doing ministry with her husband, Ethan, at Nelson University American Indian College, in Native ministry, local outreach, and overseas missions through the college. She is excited to start her journey with K.E.Y.S this year!

Kaylee Collin has earned a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Elementary and Special Education from Grand Canyon University. Kaylee is a graduate of K.E.Y.S. where she was an integral part of Student Leadership and planning K.E.Y.S. events. For 3 years, she taught elementary students at a private Christian school in Phoenix both as a substitute and full-time classroom teacher. In 2018, Kaylee returned to K.E.Y.S as an instructor, and she couldn’t be happier! She enjoys using variety of methodologies to motivate students and help them grow in their knowledge and skills. Her goal is for students to develop a love of learning and passion for Jesus!

Mrs. Collin is the founder and director of K.E.Y.S. of Arizona. MaryKay earned a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary and Special Education from Grand Canyon University and a Masters degree in Educational Administration from Northern Arizona University. She homeschooled her three children successfully through high school. They have all since graduated with honors from Grand Canyon University. Before homeschooling, she taught elementary, middle school, and high school students in the public-school system. She also worked as a Support Specialist, coordinating multidisciplinary teams to meet the needs of individual students. In addition, MaryKay attended the Interpreter Training Program at Phoenix College and worked as a sign language interpreter for the deaf. MaryKay has a passion for teaching and building relationships with homeschool parents and students. She desires to guide and support parents as well as help teenagers see beyond the classroom by developing a zeal for their faith and a vision to become leaders who will impact the world for eternity.

Adin Davidoff was born and raised in Phoenix, Arizona, where his love for learning blossomed at a young age. This passion led him to pursue a Bachelor's degree in Secondary Education with an emphasis in English from Arizona State University. Adin's teaching experience spans various settings, including middle school English in the public school system, private tutoring, and after-school coding classes. A profound personal transformation four years ago ignited a deep and abiding faith in God. Adin seeks to shine as an example to his students of how God's grace can bring about a regenerated life.  Previously unaware of the depth of His deeds and wonders, Adin now finds immense joy in sharing his faith journey and fostering a Christ-centered learning environment. He aspires to instill a love of learning alongside a strong foundation in Christian values, empowering his students to flourish academically and spiritually.

Lucas Dykstra grew up in Washington State where he attended a private Christian School.  He furthered his education at Northwestern College where he earned a degree in mathematics and Secondary Education. At Northwestern, Lucas was part of the basketball team and worked in the peer learning center where he tutored students in mathematics, specifically in Statistics and Calculus. After graduation, Lucas felt God calling him to pursue a career as a pilot. He is currently in the process of training to be an airline pilot. He enjoys teaching students the importance of mathematics and hopes to create an environment where the students can learn and appreciate the beauty of mathematics. Lucas is excited to be a part of K.E.Y.S this coming year.

Stephanie Gaietto is a child of God, first and foremost. Stephanie has her Bachelors of Arts in Early Childhood Education and a minor in Religion from Ohio Christian University. She is also a wife of Vince Gaietto since 2012 and a mom of Florence. Stephanie is coming to K.E.Y.S. excited to be an administrative assistant to K.E.Y.S founder MaryKay Collin. She is also coming on staff as a lay counselor. Stephanie is thrilled to assist in mediation between students and helping students with struggles they are having. 

She is also currently on staff at Awaken Life Church as a co-director of Awaken Life School of Supernatural Ministry. Stephanie helps with the inner healing ministries at Awaken Life Church. 

Vincent’s journey began straight out of high school when he joined the Christian Indie Rock band Fever Fever. As a musician, he toured nationwide, performing in both religious and secular venues, and even shared the stage with notable bands like Twenty- One Pilots and Walk the Moon. His music reached wider audiences through licensing deals with prominent brands and networks such as Nike, Southwest Airlines, MTV, and HBO. This period was pivotal for Vincent as he honed his ability to bridge cultural divides and convey the gospel message to diverse audiences.

Following a profound calling, Vincent transitioned from music to healthcare, serving as a nurse assistant to care for the sick and elderly. His dedication to service was further enriched by obtaining a certification in Theology and Biblical Studies from the Vineyard Institute. With a passion for integrating faith into modern platforms, he pursued and earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Digital Marketing with a minor in Psychology.

Today, Vincent is at the helm of the Awaken Life School of Supernatural Ministry, which he directs alongside his wife. In this role, he facilitates transformative experiences with Jesus, teaches spiritual disciplines, and empowers Christians to utilize their spiritual gifts, profoundly influencing their surrounding communities. Vincent’s multifaceted career reflects a deep commitment to faith, service, and education, impacting lives across the cultural spectrum. He is excited to share his love for communities and Jesus with his K.E.Y.S. students.

Ms. Horn started her undergraduate degree at the University of Colorado in Fort Collins as an English and Theater Arts major. While in Colorado, Ms. Horn was active in the university Theater Department, performed for three summers in the Shakespeare Festival in Boulder, and acted and directed at a local theater. Ms. Horn transferred to the University of Texas at Arlington to complete a Bachelor of Arts in English, with a minor in Theater. Ms. Horn attended graduate school at UTA, completing 30 credit hours of a Master of Arts in English. While attending school at UTA, Ms. Horn worked as a writing tutor in the university writing center for seven years, assisting undergraduate, graduate and PhD candidates with their academic and professional writing. During the summers, Ms. Horn taught as a Humanities and Theater Arts teacher for the Upward Bound Math and Science Institute. After that, She moved to California and taught at a small, private arts high school in the mountains of Southern California for five years, as a Humanities and Film Teacher, Dorm Parent, and Student Advisor. She has done freelance private tutoring, editing and writing since she and her son moved to Arizona in 2022. 

Ms. Horn was raised in the Southern Baptist Church. As an adult, she chose to attend non-denominational churches, serving in community outreach, Bible studies and teaching Bible school. Ms. Horn has a passion for serving Christ through the church and education, believing in God's empowerment for the next generation to continue to carry His message. She is excited to join the K.E.Y.S. family.

Frank Kollman currently is the Lead ASL Interpreter/Interpreter Coordinator for Pioneer Bible Translators (www.pioneerbible.org/frankkollman). He is the son of a Deaf parents and was raised in the realm of American Sign Language Education. After high school, he enlisted in the US Air Force for 11 years, living and working from Germany to Hawaii. During this time, he completed a Bachelor’s degree in Historical and Political Studies and then completed his Masters Degree in Deaf Education after the military. As a homeschooling father himself, he is keenly aware of the need for homeschoolers to comprehend and embrace all of God’s people on this Earth. From his experiences with various people groups,  he is able to take his students on a journey from seeing the macro side of the world down to each individual that God has created.

He has educated people from 5-55 years of age. He has been teaching American Sign Language and Deaf Culture professionally since 1998. His high degree of global work experience with the Christian Deaf communities from America to Cameroon, and Moldova to Indonesia gives him a unique first-hand Christian worldview that he passes onto his students. His passion is for all his students to see and desire to take part in God’s amazing work being accomplished around the world.

Mr. Kollman has been married to Lisa for 34 years and is the proud father of a homeschooled daughter who is also a professional educator herself.

From a young age, Joshua Fountaine has been captivated by the power of education, particularly in shaping the understanding of history among future generations and he feels as though it is his true God chosen career. His journey in this pursuit led him to earn a bachelor's degree in History, with a specialized focus on Law. Through both Mr. LaFountaine’s academic endeavors and practical experiences as an educator, he has had the privilege of working with diverse student populations across different states. These experiences have not only enriched his teaching strategies, but also deepened his appreciation for the importance of making history relevant and engaging to students from all backgrounds.  Joshua is also passionate about bringing forth His kingdom while sharing his love of history. Currently, Joshua is driven by a strong passion to further his academic qualifications in the field of education. Pursuing a master's degree in Secondary Education with a secondary degree in administration, he aims to hone his skills and knowledge to better serve his students and community. This journey is more than just a career path; it's a lifelong calling instilled within Joshua to use his abilities to positively impact the lives of others. Central to his approach to education is his belief that every lesson should serve a greater purpose, reflecting the values and principles that guide his faith. As Joshua continues on this journey, his ultimate goal remains to glorify God through his work and to inspire students to explore the depths of our history with curiosity and reverence.

Wendy Lopez earned an Associates of Science degree in X-Ray Technology from Gateway Community College. After 2yrs, she decided to go back and get her license in Nuclear Medicine Technology. She worked in the medical field for 24 years at various hospitals and doctor offices, the last one being in the Cardiac Cath Lab. She loved her job, but made the decision to be a stay at home mom after she found out that she was pregnant with her third child. Wendy and her husband have been attending the Phoenix Church of Christ for over 30yrs. For the last 20yrs, Wendy and her husband have taught and coordinated children’s ministry at their church. She loves helping and teaching kids to increase their faith and to have a strong relationship with God. Wendy has homeschooled all three of her children. Her two boys attended and graduated from K.E.Y.S. Her third child is presently in high school at K.E.Y.S. Wendy has been with the KEYS organization for over 12yrs, helping in various roles. She loves learning about Apologetics, science, creation, and all the evidence of the work of Gods hands in it. She’s very excited about the coming school year.

Mrs. Rutter has a Bachelor of Music Education degree from the University of Delaware and a Master of Arts in the Great Books from Memoria College. She taught band, orchestra, classroom music, guitar, choir, and piano classes in Christian and public schools for many years before marrying and having a family. Since then, she has been teaching private lessons and has finished homeschooling her two girls. One of her favorite things to do is to collect and play as many instruments as she can. She currently performs weekly on ten different instruments and in nine different groups. Sue's second love is learning languages. She studied French for many years both of which she taught to her children and others. She is eager to share her love of music and languages with students.

Anne began two years of her college degree as a pre-med student and after completing two years, she realized she was drawn towards the dynamics of behavior. She switched to the School of Liberal Arts and completed her undergraduate degree with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology while she minored in Sociology from the University of Texas at Austin. Seeing that businesses had “personalities” of their own, she pursued a career in finance. While she worked in finance, she continued her educational pursuits with an additional 2 years of business prior to enrolling and completing her Master's Degree in Business Administration from the University of Dayton.  Anne understands that mastering subjects take a variety of methods and she decided to focus her teaching style combing auditory, visual and tactile methods.  Anne has homeschooled both of her children. Her oldest daughter graduated from ASU’s Thunderbird School of Global Management and the Barrett Honors Program.  Anne's youngest daughter attended K.E.Y.S. from 3rd - 12th grade.  She is attending GCU in Psychology and is a TA at K.E.Y.S.  Anne's many volunteer activities include teaching AWANA for 5 years, helping with the children’s programming at CCV, serving on many boards within the various homeschool support groups, and running two homeschool networks in the NW Valley. She served as an inaugural member of the Maricopa County Homeschool Advisory Board. Anne is currently a certified substitute teacher for elementary through high school students in the state of Arizona.

Denna Walker's educational path began at UC Santa Barbara, where she earned her Bachelor of Science in Biological Psychology. Continuing her academic journey, she earned a Master's degree in Teaching at USC.

After university, Denna spent two enriching years in Germany teaching English to business professionals, immersing herself in European culture along the way. Upon her return to the United States, she embarked on a career in public education as a middle school and high school science teacher, while also building her family. Denna has also worked as a Marketing Director building small businesses, and loves using her skills to grow others. She now has three children, ages 10, 4, and 2, and her family owns a local sign business! 

With over 14 years of experience in education, Denna is eager to guide and inspire teens to appreciate the wonders of God's Creation, all while preparing them for their boundless future. With a knack for hands-on learning, Denna's teaching style integrates technology, games, and interactive labs and activities, fostering a passion for learning and collaboration in her students. Beyond her role as an educator, she's deeply involved in her community, volunteering regularly at Radiant Church and leading her local Girl Scouts troop. Her family enjoys movies, travel, camping, and helping those in need. 

Join her on this journey of discovery and growth.

Joy Willett has a degree in Music Education and has over 20 years of experience teaching voice and piano, as well as leading choirs at the Junior High, High School, and College levels. She has experience teaching High School Choir in the public school system, as well as experience in home schooling her own children. In ministry, she has over 15 years of experience as a Music Director and Worship Leader, as well as a songwriter and recording artist. She has led many church choirs, ensembles, youth choirs, and directed many theatrical productions over the years.