A Professional, Dedicated Staff

Dr. Ted Clater

Ted is an ordained minister of the Gospel and has ministered on a full-time basis with KCEA since 1979. He holds a Master’s degree in Christian Education and has 40 years of experience in pastoral and Christian education ministries. Clearwater Christian College conferred upon Ted the Doctor of Pedagogy, Honoris Causa, in 2001. With KCEA, Ted’s role is to give administrative oversight to the whole ministry and its staff, to produce KCEA’s publications, and to act as liaison with the government regarding education and childcare issues.

Mrs. Shirley Clater

Shirley’s Master’s degree is in Christian Education, and her 40 years of experience as church/school worker (plus wife and mother) have come in handy. She began with KCEA on a part-time basis, and this grew to a full-time commitment by the late 1980’s. With KCEA, she serves as the office manager and specializes in administering the student and staff-oriented programs of the Association.

Rev. Terry Bachur

Terry came to KCEA in 1993. Terry’s education includes a Master’s degree in Educational Psychology, plus doctoral work. He has 35 years of pastoral and education experience and 15 years helping churches and schools respond to current environmental laws. Terry served on KCEA’s Board from 1980 through 1985. Terry’s KCEA specializations include environmental issues, programs for school and church leadership, the Keystone Christian Honor Society, High School Civics Days, and general liaison with the government.

Mrs. Laurie Dingeldein

Laurie serves on a part-time basis as KCEA’s check writer and bookkeeper. Laurie’s CPA background serves KCEA well. She has rendered her valuable ministry with KCEA since 1994.

Mrs. Georgene Whalen

Georgene serves on a part-time basis, especially assisting Shirley with the many aspects of program administration, database management, and mailings.  Georgene's extensive teaching experience in Christian education (MS, English) brings a wealth of background to many of her tasks.  She has served in the office since August, 2005.

Miss Mary Clater

Mary was asked to join the staff in a part-time capacity in September, 2007, to use her background, experience, and education to organize and administer diverse of KCEA's programs and publications.  Mary holds two Bachelor's degrees [BS, Music (Voice); BS, Interdisciplinary Studies (History, Education)] and a Master's degree (MA, American Studies).