About

Staff

Mrs. Teresa Deloach

Teresa C. DeLoach was born in Manchester, Georgia. She earned her bachelor’s degree in human development from LaGrange College and later continued her academic journey by obtaining a master’s degree in educational leadership.

With over 30 years of experience in Christian education, Teresa has dedicated her life to nurturing children in the admonition of the Lord. Her passion for Christian education began as a personal mission to provide a faith-based foundation for her own children. She and her husband, Larry DeLoach, are the proud parents of fourteen children—twelve girls and two boys—all of whom graduated from Christian schools.

In her early years, Teresa operated a daycare and led a homeschool program, laying the groundwork for a lifelong commitment to education and service. She has taught in both private and public educational settings and is known for her compassionate spirit and unwavering dedication to her community.

Since joining Waverly Hall Christian Academy in 2013, Teresa has served in numerous roles—from daycare teacher to sixth-grade educator. Today, she serves as Head Administrator of the Academy, where four of her children completed their education.

A devoted Christian, Teresa is deeply committed to fulfilling God’s purpose for her life. She is known for her love of God, her heart for people, and her steadfast commitment to Christian service.

For I am persuaded that death nor life, nor angels nor principalities nor powers, nor things present nor things to come, nor height nor depth, nor any other created thing, shall be able to separate us from the love of God which is in Christ Jesus our Lord.  Romans 8:38-39

Ms. Kathy Joiner

Mrs. Kathy Joiner was born and raised in Waverly Hall, Georgia. She earned both her Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degrees in Elementary Education from Troy State University in Troy, Alabama, and holds teaching certifications in both Alabama and Georgia.

Since joining Waverly Hall Christian Academy in 1997, Mrs. Joiner has faithfully served as a teacher of Math, Algebra, and Science, as well as a softball coach. In addition to her classroom responsibilities, she has served as the school’s Assistant Administrator since 2018 and as Dual-Enrollment Coordinator since 2008, where she helps students prepare for academic success beyond high school.

Mrs. Joiner is the proud mother of three WHCA graduates, all of whom pursued careers in nursing. She is also blessed with two granddaughters who currently attend WHCA, joyfully continuing her family’s legacy at the academy.

As a devoted follower of Christ, Mrs. Joiner counts it a joy and privilege to integrate God’s truth into every subject she teaches. She delights in showing students the order and beauty of the Lord’s creation through the study of math and science.

“Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for men.” — Colossians 3:23

Mrs. Soraya Owens

Soraya C. Owens was born and raised in Queens, New York. She is first-generation Haitian American and is multilingual, speaking French Creole, Spanish, English, and some French. She graduated from the State University of New York College at New Paltz, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Communications. She holds a Master of Arts degree from New York University in Secondary Education English with a concentration in Arts and Humanities. She also holds a Master of Arts degree in K-12 Education from Capella University. Soraya is a state-certified educator in both New York and Georgia in English Education, grades 6 -12. In her 20-plus years as a language educator, Soraya has been privileged to work with students and teachers in a variety of educational settings. Her teaching experience includes private, public, and Christian education. Her work in the private education sector includes being part of the education team at Project Reach Youth in Brooklyn, N.Y. and as an assistant teacher for special needs preschool students at Stepping Stone Day School in Queens, N.Y.

Since her relocation to Georgia, Soraya has taught English and Spanish at Greenville High School as well as Speech and Spanish at Christian Way Academy. She has also lent her talents to working with the Morehouse College TRIO program. She has been a member of the Waverly Hall Christian Academy family since 2013. Soraya is a proud wife and mother of five beautiful children and one grandson. She is a Christian and a firm believer in the Word and power of God. Serving God and her community through education has been her joy for over 20 years.

Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; ⁷ and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:6-7

Mrs. Jennifer Jordan

Jennifer Jordan is an educator at Waverly Hall Christian Academy, where she has dedicated the past 12 years to teaching and mentoring students. Originally from Kentucky, Jennifer moved to Georgia in 2004 and earned her bachelor’s degree from Eastern Kentucky University. With over 20 years of experience working with children in various educational settings, she is passionate about nurturing young minds and helping them grow academically and spiritually.

Jennifer is a proud wife and blessed mother of four children. Her desire to provide the very best education for her own children led her to discover and invest in the mission of Waverly Hall Christian Academy. Currently, she teaches lower elementary and serves as the head coach of the Archery team. Whether it’s teaching in the classroom or supporting administrative needs, she is always ready to step in and help wherever needed.

“As every man hath received the gift, even so minister the same one to another, as good stewards of the manifold grace of God.” – 1 Peter 4:10

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