Bensalem Christian Day School is blessed to have experienced teachers and assistants in our programs. Our teachers recognize that each student learns in their own way. In addition, they help students learn Christian values through teachable movements. As a school we believe open communication with our parent is extremely important. All members of our staff are available to answer any questions or discuss any concerns you may have throughout the programs.
Director
Lisa Woods (Mrs. Woods)
Lisa is celebrating her 25th year as director at Bensalem Christian Day School (BCDS). She holds a B.A. in Elementary Education and Business Administration, blending her passion for teaching with leadership and organizational skills. Over the years, Lisa has pursued numerous early childhood courses. She was a leader of the Faith Based Director's Group of the Bucks County Chapter of PennAEYC. She was also a recipient of the Caring Community Award from the Bucks County Intermediate Unit. Lisa lives in Bensalem and is a mother of a son and daughter who attended BCDS. She loves dogs, reading books, and watching football. Lisa is looking forward to a wonderful year with your children!
Lisa is celebrating her 25th year as director at Bensalem Christian Day School (BCDS). She holds a B.A. in Elementary Education and Business Administration, blending her passion for teaching with leadership and organizational skills. Over the years, Lisa has pursued numerous early childhood courses. She was a leader of the Faith Based Director's Group of the Bucks County Chapter of PennAEYC. She was also a recipient of the Caring Community Award from the Bucks County Intermediate Unit. Lisa lives in Bensalem and is a mother of a son and daughter who attended BCDS. She loves dogs, reading books, and watching football. Lisa is looking forward to a wonderful year with your children!
Teachers
Anne Mastil (Mrs. Mastil)
Anne has just began her 32nd year of teaching Pre-K at Bensalem Christian Day School. She has also taught our 3-year old class for one year. Anne taught both full day and half day classes, and was also a camp counselor. She has a Child Development Associate Certificate, and a recipient of the Caring Community Award from the Bucks County Intermediate Unit and a Teacher of the Month from Acme. Anne has been a substitute teacher for grades 1-6 at St. Ephrem before coming to BCDS. She lives in Bensalem and has four children who also attended BCDS. Anne has seven grandchildren, four of which attended BCDS. She enjoys travelling, going to the shore, reading, soccer, and spending time with her grandchildren.
Anne has just began her 32nd year of teaching Pre-K at Bensalem Christian Day School. She has also taught our 3-year old class for one year. Anne taught both full day and half day classes, and was also a camp counselor. She has a Child Development Associate Certificate, and a recipient of the Caring Community Award from the Bucks County Intermediate Unit and a Teacher of the Month from Acme. Anne has been a substitute teacher for grades 1-6 at St. Ephrem before coming to BCDS. She lives in Bensalem and has four children who also attended BCDS. Anne has seven grandchildren, four of which attended BCDS. She enjoys travelling, going to the shore, reading, soccer, and spending time with her grandchildren.
Karen Salvitty (Mrs. Salvitty)
Karen has had the pleasure of working at BCDS for the past 21 years. She worked four years as an assistant teacher and for the past 17 years as a teacher. Karen is presently a teacher in our three day Early Learners Program and two day Tot Time program. She has her CDA degree from Bucks County Community College and also holds a Cosmetology Teacher license. She is a proud recipient of the Caring Community Award.
Karen is a proud mother of two beautiful daughters and has been married to her best friend and amazing husband for the past 30 years. She is not only bless with an amazing family but she is fortunate to be able to work at a job that makes her smile and laugh every day. Most people who know Karen, know that she has a deep passion for Philadelphia sports. She was fortunate to be at the 2008 World Series game when the Phillies won. Most recently her family and her attended the parade in Philly to help honor our Super Bowl Champions, The Philadelphia Eagles. Karen's two favorite songs to sing with her classes are "Fly Eagles Fly" and "Take Me Out to the Ball Game".
Karen has had the pleasure of working at BCDS for the past 21 years. She worked four years as an assistant teacher and for the past 17 years as a teacher. Karen is presently a teacher in our three day Early Learners Program and two day Tot Time program. She has her CDA degree from Bucks County Community College and also holds a Cosmetology Teacher license. She is a proud recipient of the Caring Community Award.
Karen is a proud mother of two beautiful daughters and has been married to her best friend and amazing husband for the past 30 years. She is not only bless with an amazing family but she is fortunate to be able to work at a job that makes her smile and laugh every day. Most people who know Karen, know that she has a deep passion for Philadelphia sports. She was fortunate to be at the 2008 World Series game when the Phillies won. Most recently her family and her attended the parade in Philly to help honor our Super Bowl Champions, The Philadelphia Eagles. Karen's two favorite songs to sing with her classes are "Fly Eagles Fly" and "Take Me Out to the Ball Game".
Assistants
Dawn Jonas (Mrs. Jonas)
Dawn is an assistant teacher in the Pre-Kindergarten program with Mrs. Mastil. She started her career working with children in the early 2000s at St. Thomas Aquinas as a librarian and kindergarten teacher aide. In 2009, Dawn came to Bensalem Christian Day School and has been in the Pre-Kindergarten program since 2012. She had obtained her Childhood Development Associate credential, and in 2018 was recognized by the Bucks County Intermediate Unit in receiving the Caring Community Award.
Outside of school, Dawn enjoys spending time with her husband of over 30 years and their two adult sons, who also attended Bensalem Christian Day School! In 2024, she was blessed with her first grand child, who brings her so much joy! In the summer, you may see them walking the boardwalk in Ocean City, New Jersey. Dawn is thankful for the opportunity to begin your child's education experience. She is also looking forward to another exciting school year!
Dawn is an assistant teacher in the Pre-Kindergarten program with Mrs. Mastil. She started her career working with children in the early 2000s at St. Thomas Aquinas as a librarian and kindergarten teacher aide. In 2009, Dawn came to Bensalem Christian Day School and has been in the Pre-Kindergarten program since 2012. She had obtained her Childhood Development Associate credential, and in 2018 was recognized by the Bucks County Intermediate Unit in receiving the Caring Community Award.
Outside of school, Dawn enjoys spending time with her husband of over 30 years and their two adult sons, who also attended Bensalem Christian Day School! In 2024, she was blessed with her first grand child, who brings her so much joy! In the summer, you may see them walking the boardwalk in Ocean City, New Jersey. Dawn is thankful for the opportunity to begin your child's education experience. She is also looking forward to another exciting school year!
Donna Tetreault (Mrs. Donna)
Donna has been working in preschool education since 2016 and joined BCDS as an assistant teacher in 2022. During her time at the Day School she has enjoyed working with both the Early Learners and Pre-K classrooms, as well as supporting our enrichment and lunch programs. One Donna's favorite parts of teaching is welcoming children on their very first day—helping them feel comfortable, cared for, and excited about learning. Throughout the year, it is incredibly rewarding for her to watch the students grow in confidence, independence, and curiosity as they prepare for the next step in their education.
Outside of school, Donna has been happily married for 28 years. Her daughter, 22, is graduating from college, and son, 19, is beginning his sophomore year. She cherished the years she spent as a stay-at-home and work-from-home mom while her children were growing up, now she loves sharing her skills and passion for teaching with her children. Donna is an animal lover and has a sweet dog named Ginger and three hamsters—Madison, Charlotte, and Lucy. In her free time, she enjoys traveling, taking walks, exploring local parks, and spending time with family and friends.
Donna is excited for the year ahead and looks forward to helping your children build confidence, form friendships, and discover the joy of school and learning.
Donna has been working in preschool education since 2016 and joined BCDS as an assistant teacher in 2022. During her time at the Day School she has enjoyed working with both the Early Learners and Pre-K classrooms, as well as supporting our enrichment and lunch programs. One Donna's favorite parts of teaching is welcoming children on their very first day—helping them feel comfortable, cared for, and excited about learning. Throughout the year, it is incredibly rewarding for her to watch the students grow in confidence, independence, and curiosity as they prepare for the next step in their education.
Outside of school, Donna has been happily married for 28 years. Her daughter, 22, is graduating from college, and son, 19, is beginning his sophomore year. She cherished the years she spent as a stay-at-home and work-from-home mom while her children were growing up, now she loves sharing her skills and passion for teaching with her children. Donna is an animal lover and has a sweet dog named Ginger and three hamsters—Madison, Charlotte, and Lucy. In her free time, she enjoys traveling, taking walks, exploring local parks, and spending time with family and friends.
Donna is excited for the year ahead and looks forward to helping your children build confidence, form friendships, and discover the joy of school and learning.
Janine Keeling (Mrs. Keeling)
Janine started at BCDS in 2024 and is excited to be back for another school year! She has been married to her high school sweetheart for 16 years and they have two incredible children; Jay (14) and Emily (7). Her son attended BCDS from 2012-2016 and came back as a junior camp counselor in 2025. Janine previously worked for many years in an at home setting supporting individuals with special needs. After a few years as a stay-at-home mom, she joined the Philadelphia School District as a paraprofessional where she assisted with learning and classroom support. Janine loves animals, hiking, swimming, kayaking, and spending time with her family and attending church at Bensalem United Methodist Church.
Janine started at BCDS in 2024 and is excited to be back for another school year! She has been married to her high school sweetheart for 16 years and they have two incredible children; Jay (14) and Emily (7). Her son attended BCDS from 2012-2016 and came back as a junior camp counselor in 2025. Janine previously worked for many years in an at home setting supporting individuals with special needs. After a few years as a stay-at-home mom, she joined the Philadelphia School District as a paraprofessional where she assisted with learning and classroom support. Janine loves animals, hiking, swimming, kayaking, and spending time with her family and attending church at Bensalem United Methodist Church.
Pastor
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Sophy Gamber
Sophy Gamber is Bensalem United Methodist Church's newly appointed pastor. She has several years of experience as a healthcare chaplin and has served as a youth pastor. She is passionate about creative, joy-centered, intergenerational ministry. Sophy believes fostering healthy relationships and cultivating resilient communities where all people can thrive is core to our call as Christians. |
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