Aloha! My name is Nyllah Safotu!
I was born and raised on the island of Oahu, Hawai’i. Growing up as a local, I developed a love for playing sand volleyball, discovering good food, traveling, and experiencing new cultures. As the daughter of an Indonesian mother and Samoan father, I was blessed to be part of a culturally diverse and nurturing community centered around the Honolulu Central Seventh-day Adventist Church. It was there that I developed a deep appreciation for music, Pathfinders, and Vacation Bible School.
I was fortunate to receive an Adventist education from elementary school through college, attending Hawaiian Mission Academy Ka Lama Iki, Hawaiian Mission Academy, and Pacific Union College in Angwin, California. My passion for education began early as a student, where I discovered a love not only for learning but also for sharing knowledge with others. Throughout college, this passion grew as I had opportunities to teach others—whether it was swimming, Bible songs, or teamwork skills. After four years of deepening my commitment to education, I graduated this June with a Bachelor of Science degree, a minor in History, and secondary teaching credentials.
This summer, I answered the call to teach on Hawai’i Island and now serve as the K-2 teacher at Mauna Loa Christian School in Hilo. I am excited about the experiences my students will have both inside and outside the classroom this school year. My philosophy is to create an engaging, interactive learning environment where students are encouraged to explore with curiosity and deepen their understanding of the world through the lens of God’s love.