“At the heart of an exceptional program is a phenomenal faculty.”

-John J. Kaufman, Head of School

Meet Our Faculty

With deep expertise and a commitment to high expectations, our faculty guide students to develop the skills and confidence needed to succeed beyond Middlebridge.

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    John J. Kaufman

    Head of School

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    Shannon McCarthy Leventhal

    Director of Admissions

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    Dan Leventhal

    Asst. Head of School

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    Sara Callahan

    Academic Dean & Director of Reading and Language Services

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    Katherine Hollander Padwa

    Director of Marketing & Engagement

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    Katie Farrish

    Admissions & Outreach

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    Mike Deutschman

    Co-Director of Residential Life

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    Mark Braun

    Co-Director of Residential Life

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    Justin Bayles

    Dean of Students

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    Heather Jensen

    Director of Transition Services

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    Melanie Boggs

    Director of the Postgraduate Program

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    Ellen Darling-Faria

    Director Lighthouse Internship Program

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    Shaina Provey

    Director of Student Life

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    Brian Crea

    Wellness / Athletic Director

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    Hayley D'Antuono

    School Counselor