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ABOUT US
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PURPOSE OF IAAE:
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Elevating the calling of teaching
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Highlighting the importance of teaching
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Enhancing the craft of teaching
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The establishment of an International Association of Apostolic Educators (IAAE) was for the purpose of bringing together a network of PreK-12th grade Apostolic educators and business professionals from all over the globe. The IAAE includes early childhood to adult educators who work in a variety of settings such as churches, preschools, elementary, middle schools, high schools, adult training programs, homes and colleges.
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The benefits of having such an organization is to provide opportunities for Apostolic educators to network, collaborate, and support other Apostolic educators that will in turn benefit the general constituency of the UPCI and other Apostolic organization.
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IAAE is a non-profit (501c3) unincorporated association.
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IAAE LEADERSHIP:
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President - Dr. Robbie Crawford
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​Dr. Robbie Crawford has worked for 30+ years as a teacher and educational administrator. She has taught college, preschool, kindergarten and middle school, has been the director of 6 early childhood centers, consulted in 12 states, achieved NAEYC accreditation status, conducted seminars in 5 countries and published 6 books as well as numerous articles and lessons in the education field. She received her PhD in education at the University of Missouri-St. Louis and is currently the director of New Life Academy Early Childhood Program in St. Louis, Missouri She has been inducted into 4 honor societies. She earned a Biblical Studies degree from Kent Christian College and received a UPCI ministerial license in 2005. She is currently the children’s pastor at New Life St Louis in St. Louis, Missouri.
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​Education
PHD Education- University of Missouri-St. Louis St. Louis, MO; 2016
MS Education- University of Missouri-St. Louis St. Louis, MO; 2003
MBA Certificate- University of Missouri-St. Louis St. Louis, MO; 2001
BS Education- University of Missouri-Columbia Columbia, MO; 1992
AA Biblical Studies- Kent Christian College Dover, DE; 1990
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Experience in Education:
Early Childhood Director- New Life Academy Bridgeton, MO; 2009-Current
Education Administrator- Family Education Center Troy, MO; 2003-2010
College Instructor- Gateway College Florissant, MO; 2001-2003
Pre-School Director- Kiddie Kingdom Florissant, MO; 2001-2003
Pre-School Director- ABC’s and 123’s Indianapolis, IN ; 1997-1999
Pre-School Director- Brownsburg Community Brownsburg, IN ; 1996-1997
Middle School Teacher- Calvary Christian Schools Indianapolis, IN; 1994-1996
Pre-School Director, KG Teacher- ACA Schools Columbia, MO; 1987-1994
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IAAE Steering Committee and Board of Directors
Rev. Rob Akers - Christian Schools
Kristin Hoover - Apostolic Homeschool Coordinator
Rev. LeAnn Alexander - Biblical Literacy Curricula
Dr. Lloyd Devereaux - Apostolic School Curricula
Rev. James Poitras - International Instructors
Dr. Jeanne Bland - College Education Depts/Student Associations
Krista Slaydon - Early Childhood Programs
Dr. Beth Smith - District Partnerships
Rev. Charles Barcus - Apostolic Student Conventions
Regina Lopez - Public School Educators
Rev. James Crawford - School Counselors
Dr. Robbie Crawford - Early Childhood Administration
Kara McCoy - Special Needs Education
Dr. David Norris - Professors
Nancy Norris - Special Education
Mandi Lough - Marketing and Special Events
Terry Lough - School Administration
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IAAE Includes Members from the following Apostolic Organizations:
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United Pentecostal Church
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Pentecostal Assemblies of the World
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Assemblies of the Lord Jesus Christ
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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES:
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The IAAE has many areas for you to get involved. Here are some of the volunteer opportunities available with a brief description. If you are interested in volunteering, please go to the CONTACT US page and click on the VOLUNTEER link. There is a place to attach your resume and supporting documents.
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​Marketing Specialist
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Grant Writer
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Membership Director
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Communication Specialist
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Special Event Planner
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Secretary/Treasurer
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Board Member
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Scholar’s Guild Director
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Consultant’s Guild Director
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Homeschool Networks Director
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Christian School Networks Director
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Apostolic Public School Educators Director
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Information Specialists
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Political Liaison
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Educator Trip Coordinator
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Online Teacher Store Manager ​
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Website and Merchandise Graphic Designer
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