Faculty

Our faculty see, celebrate and champion each student for who they are and everything they aspire to be.

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Miss Porter’s School faculty are distinguished instructors deeply committed to educating the next generation of bold leaders and ethical global citizens.

Porter’s is a vibrant, future-facing academic ecosystem where learning is rigorous, relevant and real. At our core are dedicated faculty who use their expertise and passion to introduce students to new ideas and help them tackle complex challenges. Through thoughtful discussions, hands-on projects and experiential learning, Porter’s faculty help students not only deepen and expand their knowledge but also learn to think critically and gain new perspectives.

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Our Faculty by the Numbers

2025-2026

24%

of faculty and staff are Ancients or parents of Ancients

75%

of faculty live on campus

87%

of faculty have advanced degrees

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Where Every Student is Known, Seen and Supported

In every Porter’s classroom, teachers deliver a transformative education that begins with getting to know each student as an individual. By listening to and learning from their students, our faculty gain a deep understanding of each learner’s unique strengths, challenges, passions and goals. And with that knowledge, they provide the holistic guidance and mentorship their students need to thrive. 

Through this personalized and collaborative approach, Porter’s faculty challenge their students to play an active role in their academic and personal growth. Here, students learn to ask questions, seize opportunities and make their voices heard.

STUDENT-FOCUSED & INNOVATIVE FACULTY

Porter’s faculty prepare young women to become confident and nimble leaders ready to navigate and shape a changing world—no matter what the future holds.

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“As the students develop confidence in themselves and their theater skills, it helps them explore who they are and who they want to be in the world once they leave Porter’s.”

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“Our students are instilled with the belief that their voice is crucial to any community they’re a part of. They receive the framework, feedback, role models, and opportunities to develop as leaders.”

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“We are always encouraging students to think beyond their specific coursework and consider how the skills they are building connect to the broader world.”

Two students work together on assembling a robot in a classroom filled with tools and parts, focusing intently on adjusting its mechanisms.

“This is a school that doesn’t just value innovation–it thrives on it.”

Faculty Directory

Learn more about the teachers who make a Porter’s education truly great.