Education
- Biola University – B.S. Mathematics, Minor in Biblical Studies – 1996
- Summer Institute of Linguistics – 1 year of Linguistics – 1996-1997
- U.C. Santa Cruz – 1 year of Mathematics and Linguistics – 1998-1999
Professional
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Teacher, Live Oak Academy – (Mathematics and Christian Studies) – 2016 – present
- Christian Studies 6
- Math Quarta
- Master Partner, Trades of Hope – 2016 – Present
- Singapore Math Curriculum Lead, Live Oak Academy – 2013 – 2015
- Data Analyst, Apple Computer – 2000 – 2005
- Failure Analyst, Sony Corporation – 1999 – 2000
- Administrator, Columbia Analytical Services – 1997 – 1998
Ministries/Activities
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Living Hope Community Church – church member – 2015-Present
- Life Bible Class (Sunday School) Teacher (4th grade, High School)
- Prayer Ministry
- Communications, Social Media
- Missional Community Group Leader
- Worship Team
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Community Baptist Church of San Jose – church member – 1997-2013
- Worship Team
- Sunday School Teacher
- Awana Helper
- High School Ministry
- College Ministry
- Help Club for Moms – Foundation Member, Administrative Lead, Writer
Personal
- Married to David Close, since 1999. Love that we both teach at LOA!
- Stay-At-Home Mom since 2005.
- Homeschooling since 2010.
- Two daughters at Live Oak Academy.
- One LOA grad! Daughter starting Knox College this year!
- Instagram: @daphneclose – Asian Homeschooler
- I have a passion to see others tap into their Christ-given passions.
- Ask me how to empower women out of poverty through sustainable business!
- Life…is a cereal I’ve never eaten before.