Meet Our Newberry Academy Faculty & Staff
Our teachers are the heart of our school—and they’re kind of amazing. From curious kindergartners to confident seniors, our faculty knows how to meet students where they are and help them soar. They’re experts in their subjects, champions of creativity, and masters of making learning engaging (yes, even math!).
More than educators, they’re mentors, cheerleaders, and lifelong learners themselves. You’ll find them leading hands-on experiments, sparking thoughtful discussions, celebrating “aha!” moments, and building strong relationships that last well beyond the classroom. At every grade level, our faculty is united by one thing: a genuine love for teaching and an even bigger belief in every student’s potential.
Newberry Academy is proud to have a dedicated team of educators and staff committed to serving our students and families. Use this directory to connect with the people who make our school feel like home.
Meet Our Team
| Name | Title | Group | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atkerson, Kenny | HS Weight Training; Football Operations | Staff | |
| Bartley, Deidra | Assistant Kindergarten Director; 3K Teacher | Faculty | |
| Bass, Wayne | HS Science | Faculty | |
| Beevers, Theresa | 3rd Grade Teacher | Faculty | |
| Cole, Heidi | Kindergarten Director, After-School Director, & Teacher | Faculty, Staff | |
| Comose, Cindy | 1st Grade Teacher | Staff | |
| Copeland, Ashley | Food Services Coordinator & Concessions Management | Staff | |
| Crowe, Kelli | Administrative Assistant/Main Office Manager | Staff | |
| Devaney, Linda | HS Math & HS English | Faculty | |
| Drum, Emily | 3K Teacher | Faculty | |
| Gardner, Scott | Athletics Director; HS Gov/Econ | Faculty, Staff | |
| Gilliam, Travis | Head of School; Capstone, 12th Grade; Kindergarten Music Director; Varsity Girls Volleyball Coach | Faculty | |
| Harris, Brianna | Guidance Counselor; Reading, 6th Grade; Yearbook Advisor; Librarian | Faculty, Staff | |
| Hendrix, Peggy | MS Recess; Assistant Librarian | Staff | |
| Hughes, Tricia | 2K Teacher | Faculty | |
| Joiner, Lane | MS Math/Science | Faculty | |
| Kaminer, Brittnay | Drama; HS English | Faculty | |
| Klingelsmith, Evelin | Spanish Teacher | Faculty | |
| Lindler, Kimberly | Athletics Secretary; LS Science/Social Studies; HS Computer Apps | Faculty | |
| Mangum, Laura | Fundraising Coordinator, Lego Club, STEM Sponsor 1st - 8th Grade | Staff | |
| Mayer, Kitty | Fine Arts Teacher | Faculty | |
| McJunkins, Ansley | Lower School Dean of Students; 2nd Grade Teacher | Faculty, Staff | |
| Mercer, Angela | 4K Teacher | Faculty | |
| Reel, Taylor | 4th Grade Teacher; MS Girls Dean of Students; MS & Varsity Girls Volleyball & Basketball Coach | Faculty, Staff | |
| Sease, Benji | Security Officer; MS History; Head Football Coach | Staff | |
| Sease, Jodi | Health Science, 7th Grade; Life Skills, 7th-8th Grade; LS PE | Faculty | |
| Senn, Briana | 2K Teacher | Faculty | |
| Summer, Munson | Music/Band Director | Faculty | |
| Taylor, Kaitlyn | 3K Teacher | Faculty | |
| Tomljenovic-Sadler, Katie | Business Manager & Development | Staff | |
| Waites, Chelsea | 2K Teacher | Staff | |
| Walters, Candace | 5K Teacher | Faculty | |
| Watson, Brandy | Educational Support Specialist | Faculty | |
| Wilbanks, Jaymi | Assistant Head of School; 5th & 7th Grades ELA | Faculty | |
| Wilbanks, Marty | Academic Dean; HS History | Faculty, Staff |