Our Staff
Meet our staff and get to know their passion for teaching children and their love for watching students grow in the Lord. All of our staff are certified in CPR, First Aid, and Early Childhood Development.
Pastor Allen Thomas
Pastor Allen Thomas has been an active member of Gospel Tabernacle for 28 years. In 2001, he became the liaison pastor for GTA. He has a Master of Ministry in Pastoral Leadership from Southwestern Christian University and serves as Gospel Tabernacle's Children's Pastor. "Pastor Allen" oversees the daily operations of GTA's pre-school, before and after-school, and summer camp programs. He and his, wife Bo have 7 children and 5 grand-children. He loves to see children grow and develop in their relationship with the Lord.
Mrs. Megan Harris
Megan has her degree in Early Childhood Education and brings over 10 years of classroom experience. She is passionate about learning through play and creating engaging, hands-on experiences for young learners.
When she’s not inspiring young learners, you’ll often find her behind the camera, capturing the magic in everyday moments.
Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her husband and their son, who just started Kindegarten.
Mrs. Marcy Sasser
Marcy has been employed at GT for 7 years and began doing the finances for GTA in 2016. Marcy graduated from high school with a business background and went to Wayne Community College for childcare. Marcy loves children with a passion, therefore, loves to manage the financial department of GTA. Marcy enjoys watching children grow in Lord.
Mrs. Lila Brant
Lila is the cafeteria manager at Gospel Tabernacle Academy. Lila has been cooking for over 10 years. Before cooking she also taught the 3 year old preschool class for 8 years. In conjunction with the Cape Fear Tutoring Food Program we provide a healthy breakfast, lunch and snack. Lila loves watching the children grow strong and healthy.
Ms. Jalaghia Thompson
Ms. Whitney Harrison
Ms. Aaliyah Thompson
Jalaghia Thompson is the Lead Teacher for GTA's Pre-K- 5 "Ready, Set, Go!" class. She provides engaging lessons that not only nurture but challenge our children. Jalaghia loves to help children further their education and watch them grow spiritually, emotionally, and academically.
Whitney Harrison is the Lead Teacher for GTA's Pre-K 4 Year Class. Whitney has worked in the school system for over 6 years and has enjoyed working with all the different ages from infants to school age children. Whitney loves to teach children and help them grow academically.
Aaliyah Thompson is the Lead Teacher for our Toddler 3 Classroom. Aaliyah has obtained her Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education. Aaliyah works hard to make sure the children have a fun and memorable experience here at GTA. Aaliyah loves children and it is her priority to make sure the children grow not only academically, but spiritually too.
Ms. Arianna Cantu
Mr. Zach Thomas
Ms. Natalie Thomas
Ms. Anna is the Teacher's Assistant in GTA's Toddler 2 classroom. Anna has worked with children in GTA's summer camp and afterschool program as well. Anna loves to work with children and has the gift of connection with our little ones.
Zach Thomas is one of GTA's After-School Counselors. When Zach is not working, he serves in Gospel Tabernacle's Lighthouse Youth and Worship Ministries. Zach's enjoys watching the children grow in Christ. He uses his creative gifts to inspire and encourage our children to grow closer in the Lord.
Natalie Thomas is one of GTA’s After-school counselors. Natalie has worked/volunteered at GTA since 2018 as a Summer camp/After-school counselor. When Natalie is not working she serves in Gospel Tabernacle's Worship & Lighthouse Youth Ministries. Natalie loves the Lord as well as working with children, she enjoys watching the children grow in their academics and in the Lord.