Mr. Fielstra graduated with a major in English and Psychology Education from Bethel College.  He worked 9 years as a middle/high school English teacher for Smith Green Community Schools.  After completing his Master in School Counseling degree at IPFW, Mr. Fielstra worked as a high school counselor at both Whitko and Elkhart Memorial High Schools. 

Mr. Fielstra and his wife have 3 daughters who have attended and graduated from Northwood High School.  In his spare time, he enjoys vacationing, outdoor sports, and spending time with family.