Support Staff

Rachelle has a number of years in the food service industry and some of this experience is in the school setting. She holds a current food service license runs her own home bakery, and has applicable professional catering experience.  When asked what drew her to East Linn for employment, Rachelle was quick to report that “the real draw was the morals and standards of the school.” as well as “the opportunity to partner with others in a ‘like minded’” working environment that really made her want to work here. When asked for her favorite scripture reference, Rachelle went immediately to Hebrews 13:5 “Keep your life free from love of money, and be content with what you have, for he has said, “I will never leave you nor forsake you.” 

Our Jack of all Trades! 

Mr. Larsen is a jack of all trades. He serves as the owner's representative in campus construction projects, is involved in facility maintenance, purchasing, and meeting the directives of the board on regular and deferred maintenance planning for the entire 23 acre campus. At times you will even see him working on the grounds during high needs seasons in the fall and spring. From time to time Mr. Larsen can be found filming and editing school productions that you see on the school website and Facebook pages. 

My Work History and technical background:

I spent twelve years in construction, specifically in the area of cutting and installing granite countertops. Then I spent time as a long haul truck driver, but did not like being away from the family so I returned home and got into sales for Allann Bros Coffee company before working for a sanitation service in Sweet Home immediately before coming to ELC. While at Allan Bros I became acquainted with the ELC marketing director (Julie Lara) who asked me to get involved in creating some promotional videos. That’s when the administration learned of my construction background, and the rest is history. 

Education: 
S1 & S2 Civil Engineering (Durban University of Technology)
Certificate of Theology (Southern Africa Bible College)
Bachelors of Theology - Summa Cum Laude (University of the Western Cape)
Bachelor of Arts Honors in Religion & Theology - Cum Laude (University of the Western Cape)
Master of Arts in Theology - Church History & Polity (University of Pretoria)

Experience: 
After briefly spending a couple of years in the field of Civil Engineering, specifically foundation work and piling, I entered a full-time ministry. First as a Youth Minister for five years, and then as an Evangelist up until now. In these years of ministry, I have served in Christian schools, planted churches as a missionary and served weekly in preaching and teaching. 

Employed at East Linn Christian since 2024

My Deep Hope:  
I find my deep hope in the words of the Apostle Peter when he speaks about king David: "Now when David had served God's purpose in his own generation, he fell asleep; he was buried with his ancestors and his body decayed". My deep hope is to fulfill every task God has set out for me in this generation and so hopefully inspire young people to do the same in their generation. 

Favorite part about working for East Linn Christian / Working in Education: The kids! They can be awkward and funny, yet inspiring at the same time. 

Hobbies & other interests: 
My favorite thing to do is to invest in my two boys, spend time with them, especially doing sport or fishing. I personally enjoy playing rugby and golf, doing crossfit and doing triathlon training.