MEET OUR STAFF

Cherie is our Director at SFCA Preschool and has had the privilege of serving with us for 15 years. She’s well versed in all positions at SFCA Preschool, as she started as a substitute then part time teacher, then became our Resource Coordinator, followed by our Administrative Secretary and is now our Director.  Cherie’s goal is to “assist in the development and education of young children in a safe, nurturing, Christian environment by encouraging each child to become aware of themselves as a special child of God.”  Her favorite part of working at SFCA Preschool is seeing it all come together to strengthen the body of Christ.

Cherie Gaither
Director

Angela joins us with over two decades of operational and administrative management experience within the aviation industry. She has held positions of increasing responsibility mainly with the Lee County Port Authority here in Fort Myers, Florida. She is well versed in ensuring compliance with Federal, State, and local regulations and maintaining operational continuity all while providing the highest level of customer care. Her educational background includes a Master of Aeronautical Science and a Bachelor of Professional Aeronautics. Angela's daughter attended SFCA Preschool from the early age of 3 months old through the VPK program. As a parent, she understands the expectations other parents may have of SFCA Preschool and she is looking forward to partnering with parents and staff members to meet and exceed those expectations. Angela is committed to fostering an inclusive, compassionate, and spiritually enriching atmosphere where children can thrive academically, socially, and spiritually.   

Angela Schaefer
​Assistant Director

​Allison is our Administrative Coordinator! She has worked in a preschool setting for just over 7 years now. She has been working at SFCA Preschool for almost 3 years. I started here as a 3-year-old teacher, and I prayed daily for a position with support staff. God opened that door for me at His perfect timing. I grew up in Orlando, in a Christian home as a Pastors daughter. I moved to Fort Myers in February of 2020 when I married my husband! In my free time, I love spending time with my family, painting, and doing thinks that bring me joy. My favorite part about working at SFCA Preschool is being able to show Christ's love daily to the kids, staff, and parents. ​

Allison Lunsford
Administrative Coordinator

Rachel Kelly was born and raised in Ft. Myers, Florida. She has spent over 30 years working in the medical field. She is excited and extremely thankful to begin a new chapter working at SFCA Preschool. She has two grown children, Gabriel and Savannah who both live here in Ft. Myers, and she is blessed to be Nana to her sweet granddaughter, Natalie. She enjoys traveling with her husband, spending time with her family, volunteering and crafting. Her favorite part of working at SFCA Preschool is having an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the children and their parents. 

      Rachel Kelly
      Receptionist