Faculty & Staff
Durham Academy teachers have small classes, professional freedom and the independence they need to design and implement challenging learning activities that reflect the abilities and interests of their students.
DA teachers set high standards for students in every arena, and they truly want each child to succeed. They are committed to being accessible, to using dynamic teaching strategies and to connecting with students both in and out of the classroom.
72%
Full-Time Faculty with
Advanced Degrees
20
Average Years of Teaching Experience
305
Faculty & Staff
19%
Faculty of Color
6:1
Student/Faculty Ratio
Faculty-Staff Directory
Mercedes Almodovar
Lower School Spanish Teacher, Lower School World Languages Academic Leader
Jordan Babwah
Upper School Fitness Director, Upper School Physical Education Academic Leader
Ashlee Bailey
Kindergarten Teaching Assistant (Nuernberger), Middle School Extended Day Teacher
Willetha Barnette
Special Projects Manager and Department Liaison
India Bayley
Upper School AP Psychology Teacher, Sexual Health Educator