Our Teachers

Educators.
Mentors.
Partners.

Our teachers are committed educators who believe in the potential of every student and the power of education to transform lives, families, and neighborhoods. United in a common purpose, our teachers partner with students and families to ensure learning is engaging, inspiring, and rooted in character.

What Our Teachers Believe

Our teachers share a set of beliefs that guide their work every day.

  • Making a difference within our community matters.
  • Students should be at the center of their learning.
  • The purpose of education is both academic achievement and character development.
  • Self-discovery and personal growth are essential to the learning journey.
  • Schools need to work in partnership with students’ families.
  • We do our best work in a supportive and challenging environment where we collaborate and hold one another to our highest standards.

Staff Demographics & Community Connection

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are foundational core values at LION. We intentionally build a racially and ethnically diverse staff so students see themselves reflected in the adults who guide them.

Who We Are

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Investing In

Excellence & Understanding

Students thrive when they are supported by culturally responsive educators. Our professional development model is aligned with LION’s mission.

Cultural competence is an expectation for all staff. Whenever possible, we recruit educators, alumni, family members, and Hunts Point residents who reflect our student population, ensuring our staff communicates in ways that honor students’ cultural and linguistic backgrounds.

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A 20-Year Legacy of

Commitment & Growth

Since 2006, LION teachers have remained committed to students, families, and the Hunts Point community. Our longevity is rooted in shared purpose and a belief that education must prepare students not only for college, but for life.

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