Faculty
Vermont Commons School challenges students daily with interdisciplinary curriculum taught by dedicated teaching faculty who empower students to feel a sense of place and how it relates to the larger environment. The small class size offers personalized attention and allows for meaningful relationships between teachers and students. Administrative faculty support and empower teaching faculty to engage students fully in their learning using 21st Century-teaching methodologies. Innovation is encouraged and educational philosophies that work are shared in regular meetings and online forums. Best practices for enhanced collaboration and professionalism are continually sought out in order to sustain a culture of community and excellence for students, teachers, parents, and alumni. Learn more about our Faculty below.
Katherine Bailey
Registrar - Appointed 2014
B.A. Liberal Arts, Concentrations in Visual Arts and Music, Bennington College Learn more...
Jonah Boucher
Math Instructor - Appointed 2023
Masters of Education, Harvard University Learn more...
Linda Bursell
Business Manager - Appointed 2011
Certified Public Accountant (C.P.A.), B.S. Business, UVM, concentration in Accounting Learn more...
Chance Cardamone-Knewstub
Spanish Instructor, Facilities, Ultimate Frisbee Coach - Appointed 2003
Masters of Public Health, International Health and Development, Tulane University Learn more...
Mark Cline Lucey
Social Studies and Film/Video Instructor - Appointed 2004
M.A. History, Brooklyn College Learn more...
Jennifer Cohen
English Instructor - Appointed 2004
M.A. Theology, Harvard University; Masters in Teaching English, University of Washington Learn more...
Adriana Comtois
World Languages Chair - Appointed 2005
M.A. Teaching English in a Second Language, Saint Michael's College Learn more...
Jasmine Easter
Assistant Head of School, Math Instructor - Appointed 2008
B.A. Mathematics, Ithaca College Learn more...
Peter Goff
Science Department Chair, Master Teacher, Volleyball Coach, Athletic Director for Volleyball - Appointed 1997
ABD (PhD Evolutionary Biology), Vanderbilt University Learn more...
Tim Harger
Dean of Students, Athletic Director, Health Instructor - Appointed 2019
M.A. in Private School Leadership, Columbia University Learn more...
Ryan Houck
English Department Chair - Appointed 2019
M.A. in Literature, Bread Loaf School of English, Middlebury College Learn more...
Mark Keegan
Science Instructor, National Honor Society Advisor - Appointed 2013
Ph.D. Chemical Engineering, Cornell University Learn more...
Courtney Lamontagne
Learning Specialist - Appointed 2019
M.Ed. in Education, University of Vermont Learn more...
Dexter Mahaffey
Head of School, African Studies Instructor - Appointed 2014
Ph.D. English, University of Louisville Learn more...
Kristin Marchilena
Arts Chair, Performing Arts Instructor, Class of '20 Faculty Chair - Appointed 2022
MVP (Master of Vocal Pedagogy) candidate, Westminster Choir College Learn more...
Kathryn McDermott
Social Studies Department Chair, Cross Country Coach, Faculty Trustee - Appointed 2018
MA, Conflict Resolution, Georgetown University Learn more...
Kris Mohlman
Science & Math Instructor, Basketball Coach, Class of '20 Faculty Chair - Appointed 2015
B.A. Geology, Bowdoin College Learn more...
Kat Nelson
Director of Admissions - Appointed 2022
M.Ed Educational Leadership, University of Vermont Learn more...
Sharon Panitch
Director of Development - Appointed 2022
B.A. in Music, Wesleyan University Learn more...
Eliot Sloan
College Counselor - Appointed 2022
M.A., Bread Loaf School of English, Middlebury College M.F.A. in Creative Writing, The University of Arizona Learn more...
Mary Thompson
Studio Art Instructor - Appointed 2022
B.S. in Art Education, Minor in Art History, Plymouth State University Learn more...
Tonya Waldron
Math Department Chair - Appointed 2018
M.Ed. Secondary Education, Focusing on Special Education, University of New Hampshire Learn more...