Our Faculty
At Innovate Academy, our teachers and faculty are intentional about knowing each student individually–each gift, talent, and strength all being shaped for God’s glory. We invest in every child. We go beyond the traditional role of a teacher, believing that we are called to so much more. Our teachers are “mentors,” as they not only educate but seek to care for the entire child’s well-being–body, soul, and spirit. Students are called “scholars,” as it empowers them to be responsible for their own education and engage with peers, challenge their minds, and seek to be Christ-like cultural influencers.
Take a closer look at each mentor by clicking on their photo for a short bio.
Monica Guaglione M.Ed.
Founder & Academy Head
Terry Doyle
Development Strategist
Emma Mahalik
Special Education Coordinator
Billy DiFilippis
K-5th Science,
PE Mentor
Maria Mahalik M.Ed.
6th-8th Language Arts Mentor, Theatre Director
Mark Petracci
2nd Grade Mentor
Anne Collins
Kindergarten Mentor
Kaitlyn Mullins
Pre-Kindergarten Mentor
Krista Biedrzycki
Storytelling & Marketing Mentor
Julia Barcalow, Ed.D
Academy Dean
Cindi Prange
Administrative Assistant
Jessica Hartzell
Guidance Counselor
Cindy Thomas
5th-8th Mathematics Mentor
Chrissy DeYoe
5th Grade Mentor
Kristin O’Neill
2nd Grade Mentor
Krystal Atwood
Kindergarten Enrichment
Angel Duncan
Pre-Kindergarten Assistant
Ryan Derfler
6th-8th Communications & Entrepreneurs Mentor
Adler Roberts MAT
Pastor, 6th-8th History, Logic & STEM Mentor
Olivia Streeper
Front Desk Assistant
Faith Bryant
Music Mentor
Jean Benson
6th-8th Science Mentor
Madison Mazzoli
4th Grade Mentor
Anna Machowski
1st Grade Mentor
Maria Cristina Johnson
Kindergarten Enrichment
Nelli Bakalenko
Mentor Assistant,
1-1 Instructional Support
Ashley Thomas
Teacher Assistant
Sherry McFarlane
Systems and Finance Manager
Donna Caspersen
Front Desk Assistant
Ken Frieson
Music Mentor
Heather McEneaney
Art, Science, & Wellness Mentor
Michele Cotumaccio M.Ed.
3rd Grade Mentor
Kyra Morris
1st Grade Mentor
Dana Falcone
Kindergarten Assistant
Joanne Zeiger M.Ed.
Instructional Support, Reading Specialist
Al Pinero
Director of Operations