Our staff believes that worship, education, and family life are inseparable. Recognizing this vital relationship, we foster communication and cooperation between parents and teachers.
All of our teachers are licensed and certified by the State of Ohio and are required to continually attend classes to improve both their teaching knowledge and skills.
Mr. David T. Peck Principal
Mr. Alec Lawlor Grade 5
Mrs. Laura Vollman Grade 1
Mrs. Laura Vollman Grade 1
Mrs. Vollman has been teaching first grade for 32 years - 26 here at SJN. She graduated from Concordia Ann Arbor and is a graduate of Lutheran East HS in Cleveland Heights. Laura and her husband Bob have been married for 31 years and have 2 children, Bobby and Christina. The best part about teaching here is being able to share the love of Jesus with her students every day. Contact Mrs. Laura Vollman by clicking here.
Dr. Walther P. MarcisSenior Pastor
Dr. Walther P. MarcisSenior Pastor
Pastor Marcis has been faithfully serving SJN for over 50 years, preaching God’s Word joyfully. He has held Ohio District positions including Circuit Visitor and Chairman of the District’s Ministerial Health Committee as well as numerous other positions in the Church. He has also served as Principal of our day school six times. Pastor Marcis holds two Master's Degrees and a PhD in Counseling and Psychology and has also published two books. Pastoring St. John has been and continues to be a true blessing for him, our members and our students.
Contact Pastor Marcis by clicking here.
Mr. Joe Miziker Grade 8/Asst Principal
Mr. Joe Miziker Grade 8/Asst Principal
Mr. Miziker is our Middle School math teacher and Assistant Principal. He also teaches the 8th graders reading and religion. He holds a bachelor's degree in education from Baldwin-Wallace University and is licensed for grades 4-9 in math and history and also holds a reading endorsement and a 4-6 generalist endorsement for all subjects for grades 4-6. Contact Mr. Joe Miziker by clicking here.
Mrs. Vicki Maynard Grade 4
Mrs. Vicki Maynard Grade 4
Mrs. Maynard holds a Bachelor degree in Elementary Education from Cleveland State University. She is a 27 year staff member of SJN School, and is now teaching 2nd generation children of former students. She loves the students and cares for them as if they are her own.
Contact Mrs. Vicki Maynard by clicking here.
Mrs. Elaine O'DeaKindergarten
Mrs. Elaine O'DeaKindergarten
Mrs. O’Dea has been teaching elementary school for 29 years, 17 at SJN School, and 7 of which teaching Kindergarten. Mrs. O’Dea enjoys teaching Kindergarten the most. She holds a Degree in Social Work from Kent State and received her teaching certification at CSU, taking her teacher colloquy classes through Concordia Ann Arbor. Elaine is married to Reverend O’Dea.
Contact Mrs. Elaine O'Dea by clicking here.
Rev. Ron RollinsAssociate Pastor
Rev. Ron RollinsAssociate Pastor
Pastor Ron is very visible at SJN School, greeting students every day, leading Chapel once per month, and teaching the Small Catechism. His door is always open to students and family members. Pastor Ron also serves in an Advisory position on the SJN School Commission. Contact Rev. Ron by clicking here.
Mr. Darnell DePriest Grade 7
Mr. Darnell DePriest Grade 7
Darnell DePriest received his B.A. in English from Marietta College where he was also a decorated football player and debater. Being an Alumnus of St. John Nottingham Darnell has always had his community in his heart and answered his call to come back and educate in 2016. He also serves as Athletic Director and Head Boys Basketball Coach.
Contact Mr. Darnell DePriest by clicking here.
Mrs. Barb Sieger Grade 3
Mrs. Barb Sieger Grade 3
Mrs. Sieger feels privileged to be a Lutheran School teacher serving over 30 years and having taught several elementary grades. In third grade she prepares her students for the Third Grade Reading Guarantee by trying to build the children's confidence so they don't panic for the test. I love being able to share the love of Jesus with the children in my classroom.
Contact Mrs. Barb Sieger by clicking here.
Mrs. Angel HobsonTeacher's Aide
Mr. Gerard HallGrade 6
Mrs. Cindy ReevesGrade 2
Mrs. Cindy ReevesGrade 2
Cynthia Reeves has been serving Christ in the teaching profession for 20 years. Cindy started with St. John Nottingham in 2012 and is currently the Second Grade teacher, Sunday School Superintendent and Vacation Bible School Director. Contact Mrs. Cindy Reeves by clicking here.
Mrs. Cindy Rollins Administrative Assistant
Mrs. Cindy Rollins Administrative Assistant
Cindy has been serving the SJN students and their families since 2016. With a diverse background from manufacturing to administrative work to care-giving, Cindy uses her experience to manage the day-to-day administrative functions of the school, in support of Principal Peck, and personally oversees the SJN Hot Lunch Program, the SJN Cleveland and EdChoice Scholarship Programs, Payment Processing and SJN School General Accounting Data Processing.
Contact Mrs. Cindy Rollins by clicking here.
Other Staff
OPEN - Extended Care Coordinator
Ms. Carolyn Steplight - Extended Care / Lunch Aide
Dr. Sandra Alexander-Haynes - Psychologist
Mrs. Margie Bodle - Basic Skills
Mrs. Cari Lusko - Speech
School Commission
Mr. Steve Kile - Chairman
Mr. Ray Crow
Dr. Walther Marcis
Mrs. Lois-Anne Ulizza
Mr. Paul Walton
Rev. Ron Rollins - Advisor