World-Class Educators, Inspiring Tomorrow’s Leaders
Faculty & Staff
At Franklin Academy, we believe that exceptional education is rooted in exceptional mentorship. Our faculty is not merely comprised of teachers; they are scholars, language specialists, innovative researchers, and dedicated mentors. Hailing from elite global universities and bringing diverse professional expertise, our educators are united by a singular passion: unlocking the unique potential within every K-12 student. They foster an environment where intellectual curiosity meets rigorous academic challenge, guiding students toward fluency, innovation, and global citizenship.
Our Core Teaching Philosophy
What makes a Franklin Academy educator unique? Our rigorous selection process ensures our faculty members embody the core values necessary to deliver our specialized K-12 curriculum:
Trilingual Native Fluency:
Our English, Mandarin, and Spanish immersion programs are led by native-level specialists. They don’t just teach the language; they teach through the language, providing profound cultural context and authentic fluency.
Advanced Academic Credentials:
Mentorship & Personalization:
Faculty Directory
Meet our Elite Faculty
Shin Wei
Dr. Yue
Caiyun Ranga
Carol Latif
Pamela Ramos
Joy Wu
Lei Huang
Yuji Tian
Hannah Juang
Tom McCormack
Maria-Madeline Ferrand
Patricia Valenzuela
Xochitl Barrera
Ning Zhao
Yan Xiong
Maggie Shao
Yi Huang
Mr. J
Mr. Jeff
Jessie Sun
Beyond the Classroom (Mentorship)
Guiding the Whole Child
Our faculty’s commitment extends far beyond the final bell. They serve as advisors for student clubs, coaches for our athletic teams, directors for our arts programs, and mentors for our specialized Global Philanthropy Leadership (GPL) trips. This ensures that every Franklin student is known, valued, and supported in all areas of their development—academic, social, and emotional.
Experience the Franklin Difference Firsthand
We invite you to tour our campuses and witness our dynamic classrooms in action. There is no better way to understand the quality of our educators than by seeing how they inspire our students every day.