Our Faculty & Staff
Meet the dedicated educators and professionals who make Horizon Academy a vibrant learning community.
School Leadership
Our leadership team guides the vision and ensures excellence in all aspects of education at Horizon Academy.
Dr. James Wilson
Principal
With over 20 years of experience in education, Dr. Wilson leads our school with vision and dedication to academic excellence.
Dr. Sarah Chen
Vice Principal, Academics
Dr. Chen oversees our academic programs, curriculum development, and faculty professional growth initiatives.
Mr. Robert Johnson
Vice Principal, Student Affairs
Mr. Johnson leads our student support services, extracurricular programs, and community engagement initiatives.
Lower School Faculty
Our Lower School teachers create a nurturing environment where young learners build strong foundations and develop a love of learning.
Ms. Emily Parker
Lower School Director
Ms. Parker brings 15 years of elementary education experience to her role leading our Lower School program.
Mr. David Thompson
Grade 3 Lead Teacher
Mr. Thompson specializes in inquiry-based learning and mathematics education for elementary students.
Mrs. Lisa Rodriguez
Kindergarten Lead Teacher
Mrs. Rodriguez creates a nurturing environment where our youngest students develop a love for learning.
Ms. Jennifer Kim
Grade 5 Lead Teacher
Ms. Kim prepares students for the transition to Middle School with a focus on independence and critical thinking.
Middle School Faculty
Our Middle School teachers guide students through this important transitional period with a balance of challenge and support.
Dr. Michael Brown
Middle School Director
Dr. Brown leads our Middle School with a focus on academic rigor and social-emotional development.
Ms. Rebecca Martinez
Middle School English
Ms. Martinez inspires a love of literature and helps students develop strong writing and analytical skills.
Mr. Jason Lee
Middle School Mathematics
Mr. Lee makes mathematics engaging and accessible, preparing students for advanced study in Upper School.
Dr. Olivia Washington
Middle School Science
Dr. Washington brings her background as a research scientist to create hands-on, inquiry-based science experiences.
Upper School Faculty
Our Upper School faculty members are subject-matter experts who prepare students for college and beyond.
Dr. Thomas Anderson
Upper School Director
Dr. Anderson leads our college preparatory program with a focus on academic excellence and leadership development.
Ms. Katherine Williams
English Department Chair
Ms. Williams teaches AP Literature and leads our English department with a passion for classic and contemporary literature.
Dr. Richard Garcia
Science Department Chair
Dr. Garcia brings his experience as a former research physicist to our science program, teaching AP Physics and leading the department.
Mrs. Elizabeth Taylor
College Counselor
Mrs. Taylor guides students through the college application process with personalized support and extensive knowledge of universities.
Specialists & Department Chairs
Our specialists and department chairs bring expertise in their fields to enrich our academic and extracurricular programs.
Mr. Daniel Smith
Athletic Director
Mr. Smith oversees our comprehensive athletics program, promoting sportsmanship, teamwork, and physical fitness.
Ms. Sophia Patel
Visual Arts Director
Ms. Patel is an accomplished artist who leads our visual arts program across all divisions.
Mr. Christopher Jones
Performing Arts Director
Mr. Jones directs our theater program and coordinates music and dance performances throughout the year.
Dr. Maria Gonzalez
World Languages Chair
Dr. Gonzalez leads our language department, which offers Spanish, French, and Mandarin Chinese.
Faculty Excellence
Our faculty members are highly qualified educators committed to professional growth and student success.
Hold Advanced Degrees
Student-Teacher Ratio
Average Years of Experience
Participate in Professional Development
Administrative & Support Staff
Our dedicated staff members work behind the scenes to ensure that Horizon Academy runs smoothly and efficiently.
Administrative Team
- JD
Jane Doe
Director of Admissions
- MS
Mark Smith
Business Manager
- AJ
Amanda Johnson
Director of Development
- RB
Robert Brown
Technology Director
Support Staff
- SL
Susan Lee
School Nurse
- DW
David Wilson
Facilities Manager
- MP
Maria Perez
Food Services Director
- JT
James Turner
Security Coordinator
Join Our Team
Horizon Academy seeks passionate educators and staff members who are committed to our mission and vision. Explore current openings and learn about working at our school.
