Started at King’s Schools in 1999. I have a BA and Master’s Degree and have been teaching since 1985. I love being in the classroom and seeing students learn together. My own kids came through King’s – we love this place!
MR. DON DELAIR
HEADMASTER
I have been in private school administration since 1988 and have served as the Founding Headmaster here at King’s Schools since 1994. King’s represents my God-given childhood dream of starting a Christian school that would… serve as a standard for EXCELLENCE…live out a belief that every child deserves the OPPORTUNITY for a quality education…bring a life-changing message of HOPE to the families we serve. Thanks be to God, I am passionately living out that dream every day.
MR. GAVIN TRINIDAD
KING'S SCHOOLS CHAPLAIN/WATCH D.O.GS COORDINATOR
Started at King's in 2024. I have been blessed to be married to my amazing wife, Summer, since 2020 and we had our first son in 2024. In addition to being the Chaplain here at King's, I am a pastor at Reveal Church in Palm Desert. I grew up in the Coachella Valley and, by the Grace of God, have been walking with Him since I was a child. I have been in ministry with students as the focus since 2018.
MRS. STACIE YOUNG-ANDERSON
MATH TEACHER/ADMIN
MRS. KAREN SANDERS
HISTORY TEACHER
Started at King’s Schools in 2016. I have been an educator since 2001. I love teaching and get excited when students succeed. I believe every student is a gift from God. My passions include spending time with God, family, and friends. For me, establishing meaningful relationships and reaching people for Christ is what life is all about. I am thrilled to be at King’s Schools and look forward to all the wonderful things God has planned.
MRS. GRACE GONZALEZ
SCIENCE TEACHER
Started at King's Schools in 2020. I grew up in Orlando, Florida prior to receiving my B.S. in History Education at Valley City State University in North Dakota. During my time at VCSU, I had the opportunity to compete at the collegiate level in sports, where I met my amazing husband who also shares a passion for teaching. , I have gained so much experience from working alongside other educators, as well as volunteering as an Assistant Coach and Sunday School teacher. I am thrilled to be a part of the King’s family and to watch our students grow within the classroom and in their relationships with God!
MR. HUNTER YARNELL
ATHLETIC DIRECTOR/ PE TEACHER/MATH TEACHER
Started at King’s Schools in 2019. I grew up in the San Francisco Bay Area before pursuing my degree before pursuing my B.A. in History with minors in Christian Studies and Humanities at California Baptist University. While at CBU, I took place in many competitive and recreational athletic activities, and I also met my amazing wife who grew in the Coachella Valley. Since coming to King's Schools, I have spent much time volunteering as a coach and Sunday school teacher. I truly feel blessed to be teaching at such an excellent school.
MRS.MICHELE INGRAM
MIDDLE SCHOOL ENGLISH TEACHER
I completed a Bachelor of Arts at the University of Toronto and earned a Master of Divinity at Tyndale Theological Seminary. Having served in public and private education since 2008, I have worked for the past eleven years in Christian education teaching at elementary, middle, and high school levels and administrating. Investing in students' lives and encouraging them to walk with Jesus is a blessing. “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Then you will call upon Me and come and pray to Me, and I will listen to you. You will seek Me and find Me when you seek Me with all your heart.” Jeremiah 20:11-13
MRS.JASMINE ORLANDO
TEACHER'S AIDE
Started at King’s Schools in 2021. I'm truly blessed to be a part of the King's Family. I am married and I have a son who started King's Schools back in 2016. I have always been passionate about working with children and helping them grow academically. It's an amazing feeling to be able to work with children and to be able to watch them grow closer to God. It makes me happy to know that I am able to be a part of such a beautiful experience. I'm looking forward to a great school year!
MR. JOE PAMPENA
FACILITIES DIRECTOR & I.T. DIRECTOR
Started at King’s Schools in 2011. Being part of the staff at King’s and helping keep the school beautiful is a wonderful experience. Technology also plays a very important role in our school, and I am committed to helping create the best possible learning environment for our students. I have always felt welcome, and everyone has been so great to work with. I love it here!