Staff

I have held the position of Admissions Director at American Christian Academy since 1994. I love my job as Admissions Director because I have the opportunity to meet new and interesting people on a regular basis. I truly believe ACA has something very special to offer families and students. We have an outstanding facility,a challenging academic curriculum which prepares students for college, an excellent athletic program, and a caring, loving, envrionment. I also love coming to work each day because the atmosphere is Christ-centered, upbeat, and the faculty and staff are fun loving and great friends. I love ACA! GO PATRIOTS!

I grew up in Radford Virginia until my family moved to Winfield AL in 1996. I then moved to Tuscaloosa the summer after graduating to attend the University of Alabama. I met my husband, Randy in 2003 and we married in 2005. Most of the time we have to be reminded that it’s our anniversary. We have two beautiful daughters who have attended ACA their whole lives. I began volunteering at ACA in 2016 and have been doing so ever since. I am excited to be able to step into a full-time position at the Elementary desk where I get to witness our students grow. 

Marla Shaw graduated from Hillcrest High School and attended the University of Alabama School of Business.  She is married to David and they have two children, Kristin (20) and Will (16).  They currently attend Church of the Highlands. She enjoys spending time with her family and friends.  Roll Tide! and Go Patriots!

My name is Ashley Tunnell. I taught at ACA for 13 years and now serve as the School Guidance Counselor.  

I received my Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from the University of Alabama, and I received my Master’s degree in the same field from the University of West Alabama. Previous to teaching at American Christian, I taught, third, sixth, and second grade in the Tuscaloosa County School System.

I received Christ as my personal savior when I was 22 years old. It has been a blessing to feel and see the leadership of the Holy Spirit in my life and in my career. My family and I are faithful members of Five Points Baptist Church in Northport. My husband, William, and I have 5 children: Colton, Tanner, Olivia, Ryleigh and Lane.

In my free time I love to read books, make smocked clothing for children, and take long walks. As a family, we love to go to the beach and go camping in our travel trailer. It is such a blessing to be at ACA!

Justa graduated from ACA in 1998, and graduated from The University of Alabama in 2004 with a degree in Criminal Justice and Forensics Science. She has been employed at ACA since 2009 and has served in many roles and currently works in the front office. She has 3 children: Gentry, Jackson, and Jodi Caroline.