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San Jose Christian
School Faculty
Arlet Veurink
Professional
Biography
I graduated from
Dordt College in Sioux Center, IA in 1989 with a BA degree
in Elementary Education and Special Education. I began
my teaching career at San Jose Christian School teaching
a 3rd/4th grade combo. After only 2 years at SJCS I returned
to Iowa where I taught in the SCI (Special Class with
Integration) K-5 at Kinsey Elementary in Sioux Center,
Iowa and MOC-Floyd Valley Elementary School in Orange
City, Iowa for 4 years. My students had moderate to severe
special needs. In 1995, I returned to SJCS. Since returning
I have taught 2nd grade, kindergarten, Math 6/7 and Math
7/8. In 1999, SJCS started the Learning Center program.
In 2004, I received my master’s degree in Special
Education from San Jose State University. It has been
with great joy that I continue to work with students who
learn through different methods than are taught in the
classroom.
Personal Biography
I grew up on a small farm near New Holland,
South Dakota. I have 4 brothers and 1 sister. I also have
15 nephews and nieces along with 4 great nephews and nieces.
My parents and extended family are of utmost importance
to me even though they are far from California. Outside
of teaching, I enjoy reading, attending almost any sporting
event or music event and have come to enjoy running, swimming,
spinning and weight training. I reenergize myself by heading
to the ocean as often as possible for a little rest and
relaxation. I am part of the Journey Church where I serve
as an elder and participate on the worship and prayer
team.
Christian Philosophy of Education
As education has changed over the years,
so have my views of certain aspects of this field. However,
one thing has remained steadfast and central in my philosophy,
and it is evident in my teaching: all students are gifts
from God. My students, no matter what their ability level,
have been given to me for just a short period of time.
During that time I desire to be a positive influence in
their academic, emotional and spiritual growth. My work
in the Learning Center gives me the chance to have a real
impact on students’ current academic experiences,
as well as those in the future. Establishing in them a
positive view of themselves and the gifts that God has
given them is central in our daily interactions. Each
student is a unique creation with unique strengths and
struggles. It is my desire for my students to walk in
my classroom knowing it is an environment that is safe,
loving and full of mutual respect. My hope is that they
leave more equipped to serve as God intended them to serve
to their best capacity.
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