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 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baker, Wade | 6th & 8th Grade Science , 6th & 8th Grade Math | Faculty | |
| Bartley, Deidra | 3K Teacher | Faculty | |
| Bass, Wayne | High School Sciences | Faculty | |
| Beevers, Theresa | 3rd Grade Teacher | Faculty | |
| Cole, Heidi | Kindergarten Director, After-school Director, & 4K Teacher | Faculty, Staff | |
| Comose, Cindy | 1st Grade Teacher | Staff | |
| Copeland, Ashley | Food Services Coordinator & Concessions Management | Staff | |
| Copeland, Colby | Facilities Manager & Concessions Management | Staff | |
| Crowe, Kelli | Main Office Manager | Staff | |
| Crowe, Matthew | Middle School Computer Applications | Faculty | |
| Cunningham, Susan | Middle & High School Math, Middle School Science & Middle School Social Studies | Faculty | |
| Devaney, Linda | Middle and High School Math, 7th and 12th Grade Critical Thinking | Faculty | |
| Gardner, Scott | Athletic Director, Middle & High School Boys Dean, Government & Economics, Business Math, & PE | Faculty, Staff | |
| Gilliam, Cassie | 3K Teacher | Faculty | |
| Gilliam, Travis | Head of School, Kindergarten Music, & Senior Capstone | Faculty | |
| Harris, Brianna | Guidance Counsler, Librarian, 6th and 7th Grade Reading, 6th Grade Handwriting, & Yearbook | Faculty, Staff | |
| Hendrix, Peggy | Kindergarten Administrative Assistant | Staff | |
| Hughes, Tricia | 2K Teacher | Faculty | |
| Kaminer, Brittnay | 6th and 8th Grade ELA, High School English, Drama, Student Government, Beta Club, & Prom | Faculty | |
| Klingelsmith, Evelin | Spanish Teacher, Lego Club, STEM Sponsor 1st - 8th Grade | Faculty | |
| Lindler, Kimberly | Athletic Secretary, 4th Grade History, 4th Grade Math, & 5th Grade Computer Applications | Faculty | |
| Mangum, Laura | Fundraising Coordinator, Lego Club, STEM Sponsor 1st - 8th Grade | Staff | |
| Mayor, Kitty | Art Teacher | Faculty | |
| McJunkins, Ansley | Lower School Dean /2nd Grade Teacher | Faculty, Staff | |
| Mercer, Angela | 4K Teacher | Faculty | |
| Rivers, Madison | Learning Support Plan Coordinator | Staff | |
| Sease, Benji | Security Officer, Drivers Education, 7th Grade and High School Physical Education, & Weight Training | Staff | |
| Sease, Jodi | Kindergarten, Lower School, & 6th Grade Physical Education | Faculty | |
| Senn, Briana | 2K Teacher | Faculty | |
| Spires, Taylor | Middle School and Upper School Girls Dean, 5th Grade Teacher | Faculty, Staff | |
| Summer, Munson | Band Director, Lower School Music | Faculty | |
| Tomljenovic-Sadler, Katie | Business Manager & Development | Staff | |
| Waites, Chelsea | 2K Teacher | Staff | |
| Walters, Candace | 5K Teacher | Faculty | |
| Wilbanks, Jaymi | Assistant Head of School, 4th & 7th Grade ELA | Faculty | |
| Wilbanks, Marty | Academic Dean, Junior Civitan & Club America, Middle & High School History | Faculty, Staff |