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Faculty / Staff
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Azmat Ayub, B.S.
Math, Science and Bible teacher.
Joined Houghton Academy 2024
Bachelor of Science (Honors) in Biotechnology, pursuing graduate level M.Ed courses from SUNY Empire.
Certifications: ACSI temporary level.
Joined Houghton Academy 2024
Bachelor of Science (Honors) in Biotechnology, pursuing graduate level M.Ed courses from SUNY Empire.
Certifications: ACSI temporary level.
Renita Buss, B.A.
Spiritual Life Coordinator , Bible, Christian Studies teacher.
Joined Houghton Academy in 2023.
Bachelor of Arts-Writing/Missions-Houghton University
Joined Houghton Academy in 2023.
Bachelor of Arts-Writing/Missions-Houghton University
Shawn Currier
Facilities and Maintenance Manager.
Joined Houghton Academy in 2024.
Bachelor of Science in Business Management, In Pursuit of a Master of Business Administration and a Master of Health Administration.
Certified Special Olympic Coach, Certified in commercial pool and spa maintenance and management, American Heart Association certified in First Aid, CPR, AED, Certified Hemp Sampling Agent - United States Department of Agriculture
Joined Houghton Academy in 2024.
Bachelor of Science in Business Management, In Pursuit of a Master of Business Administration and a Master of Health Administration.
Certified Special Olympic Coach, Certified in commercial pool and spa maintenance and management, American Heart Association certified in First Aid, CPR, AED, Certified Hemp Sampling Agent - United States Department of Agriculture
Kerrie Davidson, M.A.
Substitute Teacher, Volunteer.
Joined Houghton Academy in 2022.
MA from University of Maryland.
Joined Houghton Academy in 2022.
MA from University of Maryland.
Jean-Marie Elwell
Resident Assistant.
Joined Houghton Academy in 2024.
Pursuing BA in Business at Houghton University.
Member of National Honor Society.
Joined Houghton Academy in 2024.
Pursuing BA in Business at Houghton University.
Member of National Honor Society.
Eric Elwell
Custodian.
Joined Houghton Academy in 2024.
Joined Houghton Academy in 2024.
Diane Emmons, M.S.
ELL tutor, Volunteer.
Joined Houghton Academy in 2022.
M.S. Education Geneseo.
Certifications: Permanent NYS certification in Music K-12, Elem. N-6
Joined Houghton Academy in 2022.
M.S. Education Geneseo.
Certifications: Permanent NYS certification in Music K-12, Elem. N-6
Doug Flitcroft, M.A.
Social Studies teacher.
Joined Houghton Academy in 2023.
Masters of Education/Grand Canyon University.
Certifications: NYS Permanent Certification in Social Studies 7-12, CPR/AED
Joined Houghton Academy in 2023.
Masters of Education/Grand Canyon University.
Certifications: NYS Permanent Certification in Social Studies 7-12, CPR/AED
Rebekah Gena
Self-Defense Teacher
Mark Getzin, B.A.
Board Member, Substitute Teacher, Volunteer.
Joined Houghton Academy in 2022.
Bachelor of Arts in History Hobart College.
Certifications: Certified military foreign language instructor (ASI 5K-L)
Joined Houghton Academy in 2022.
Bachelor of Arts in History Hobart College.
Certifications: Certified military foreign language instructor (ASI 5K-L)
Tannia Granja, B.P.M.
Spanish teacher.
Joined Houghton Academy in 2024.
Bachelor in Christian Education (LBU), Pursuing a MA in Christian Education (LBU).
Certifications: Reggio Emilia certification, IE International of Spanish.
Memberships: Red Solare (Reggio Emilia Approach), Ripe for Harvest World Outreach.
Joined Houghton Academy in 2024.
Bachelor in Christian Education (LBU), Pursuing a MA in Christian Education (LBU).
Certifications: Reggio Emilia certification, IE International of Spanish.
Memberships: Red Solare (Reggio Emilia Approach), Ripe for Harvest World Outreach.
Kathie Hilsher, M.A.
English Language Arts teacher, Volleyball Coach.
Joined Houghton Academy in 2019.
M.A. English SUNY Brockport.
Certifications: ACSI, CPR/AED, IMPACT & SafeSport.
Memberships: National Honor Society
Joined Houghton Academy in 2019.
M.A. English SUNY Brockport.
Certifications: ACSI, CPR/AED, IMPACT & SafeSport.
Memberships: National Honor Society
Rebecca Hodgson, L.P.N.
Nurse
Joined Houghton Academy in 2023
Joined Houghton Academy in 2023
Kelly Holden
Technology Support
Joined Houghton Academy in 2023
Highest Degree: Bachelors of Science - Religion from Liberty University.
Joined Houghton Academy in 2023
Highest Degree: Bachelors of Science - Religion from Liberty University.
Jon Keith, M.B.A.
C.F.O., Boarding Program Director.
Joined Houghton Academy in 2020
Joined Houghton Academy in 2020
Shirley Keith, B.S.
Dorm Lead Resident
Joined Houghton Academy in 2020
Joined Houghton Academy in 2020
Jael Kurtz, B.A.(c)
Music Teacher
Joined Houghton Academy in 2024
Pursuing B.M. in Songwriting from Berklee College of Music
Joined Houghton Academy in 2024
Pursuing B.M. in Songwriting from Berklee College of Music
Grace Liddick
Receptionist
Joined Houghton Academy in 2025
Emergency Medical Technician and New York State Certified Basic Fire Fighter
Joined Houghton Academy in 2025
Emergency Medical Technician and New York State Certified Basic Fire Fighter
Sarah Marsh, M.S.
Administrative Assistant, French teacher.
Joined Houghton Academy in 2024.
M.S. French Secondary Education, SUNY Geneseo .
Certifications: NYS Professionally Certified Teacher, CPR/AED. NYS Certified interior Fire Fighter
Joined Houghton Academy in 2024.
M.S. French Secondary Education, SUNY Geneseo .
Certifications: NYS Professionally Certified Teacher, CPR/AED. NYS Certified interior Fire Fighter
Melani Martawijaya, B.E.
Dorm Lead Resident
Joined Houghton Academy in 2024
Joined Houghton Academy in 2024
Deo Mulema, M.S.
Dorm Lead Resident.
Joined Houghton Academy in 2023.
Bachelor of Records and Archives Management Makerere University, M.S. Information Systems.
Memberships: Life member of Gideons International Ministry
Joined Houghton Academy in 2023.
Bachelor of Records and Archives Management Makerere University, M.S. Information Systems.
Memberships: Life member of Gideons International Ministry
Fionah Nanungi
Mulema, B.S.
Science, Math teacher.
Joined Houghton Academy in 2023.
Bachelor of Science with Education, Makerere University (Biology , Chemistry). Persuing a Master of Education in Exceptional Student Education, at Southeastern University, Florida.
Certifications: ACSI Professional Level.
Memberships: Life member of Gideons International Ministry.
Joined Houghton Academy in 2023.
Bachelor of Science with Education, Makerere University (Biology , Chemistry). Persuing a Master of Education in Exceptional Student Education, at Southeastern University, Florida.
Certifications: ACSI Professional Level.
Memberships: Life member of Gideons International Ministry.
Shewon Nasir, B.S.
House Dorm Parent
Joined Houghton Academy in 2024
BS. Honors. Physics from Forman Christian University
Lahore, Pakistan
Joined Houghton Academy in 2024
BS. Honors. Physics from Forman Christian University
Lahore, Pakistan
Steve Olsen
Bus Driver / Auditorium Manager
Joined Houghton in 2024
B.Music Ed. Houghton College 1978
M.Music Conducting Performance
Ga.State University 1987
Retired public high school choral director
Church music ministry 40+ years
Joined Houghton in 2024
B.Music Ed. Houghton College 1978
M.Music Conducting Performance
Ga.State University 1987
Retired public high school choral director
Church music ministry 40+ years
Robin Pawling, M.S.
Physics / Volunteer
Joined Houghton Academy on 1978
Retired June 2024
Volunteer teacher School Year 2024-2025
Masters degree in Secondary Ed:Science from SUNY Geneseo
Certified by NYS plus Lifetime Certification from ACSI
Joined Houghton Academy on 1978
Retired June 2024
Volunteer teacher School Year 2024-2025
Masters degree in Secondary Ed:Science from SUNY Geneseo
Certified by NYS plus Lifetime Certification from ACSI
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