Who We Are

Dr. Ben Roberson has been an educator at the Elementary, Middle School, High School, and Collegiate level for the past 16 years. After completing his undergraduate work at Point Loma Nazarene University, Dr. Roberson completed his teaching credential at Chapman University and began his teaching career at Maranatha Christian Academy in Orange County. Dr. Roberson joined the Theology Department at Oaks Christian School in Westlake Village and taught courses in Old and New Testament. During his years at Oaks, he also served as the Head Women’s Tennis coach at California Lutheran University while completing a Masters degree at Azusa Pacific University.

With a desire to pursue leadership, Dr. Roberson completed his Masters degree in Educational Leadership and Administration at Pepperdine University before taking on the Dean of Students role at Pacifica Christian High School in Santa Monica where he also has taught courses in the Theology Department. As the Dean of Students, Ben led a variety of programs including College Counseling, Academic Support, and Chapel.

Dr. Roberson furthered his academic pursuits by completing his Doctorate at Pepperdine University in Educational Leadership, Administration, and Policy. He completed his dissertation on the motivation towards learning perceived in Socratic Seminar vs. traditional lecture in High School level students.

After completing his doctoral coursework at Pepperdine, Dr. Roberson took on the role of Head of School at Calvary Christian School in Santa Ana. During his years at Calvary Christian School, Dr. Roberson served to strengthen the academic reputation through effective faculty development resulting in significantly increased test scores in mathematics, reading, and language. Dr. Roberson has served as an adjunct professor at Pepperdine University and Azusa Pacific University where has taught courses including Secondary Methods, Content Methods for History, Human Development, and more. 

In 2014 Ben was invited to take on the role of Pacifica Orange County’s founding Principal. 

Ben, his wife Cassidy, and their children, Griffin, Peyton, and Callan live in Huntington Beach are part of Grace Fellowship Church. Ben enjoys surfing, tennis, reading, and spending time with his family during his free time.

Credentials

Ed.D. – Pepperdine University
M.S. – Pepperdine University
M.S. – Azusa Pacific University
Teaching Credential – Chapman University
B.A. – Point Loma Nazarene University