Daphne Close

Daphne Close

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

  • 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

  • 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
  • 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 at Knox College.
  • 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.