Faculty & Staff

Troy received a bachelor’s degree and teaching licensure from Liberty University before continuing his education at UNC-Greensboro, where he graduated with a master’s degree in school administration. He most recently served as the Director of Development at Carmel Christian School and previously held the roles of Head of School at Mariners Christian School in Costa Mesa, CA, and Principal at Hawk Ridge Elementary in Charlotte. As a 20-year educational veteran, Troy possesses experience in guiding school communities in curriculum and instructional methodology, individualized learning, elective expansion, and professional development programming for faculty. He has a passion for combining biblical worldview and educational excellence, in addition to social-emotional engagement and experiential learning.

Emily grew up in Scotland and relocated to the US in 2018 after graduating from the University of Edinburgh with a Master of Arts degree in history. Prior to her role at CCA, Emily worked in news media and business marketing. Her interests include music, literature, and spending time with family and friends!

Mary earned a bachelor’s degree in political science from Wake Forest University and a master’s degree in education with a focus in independent school leadership and administration from Mercer University. Prior to her role at CCA, she served Mecklenburg Area Catholic Schools as director of school operations. Mary and her husband, Atlee, adore being parents to their two sons and loving on their English springer spaniel, Dublin.

Skye has a degree in psychology from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro and comes to CCA with more than 20 years of experience in educational leadership and administration, school accreditation, school policy development, and faculty professional development and support. She has been married to Jim for 35 years and has a daughter, Weslie, and son, James. Jim and Skye have been members of Calvary Church for 35 years.

Anne Marie earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration with a focus in sales management from the University of West Florida and received her teaching certification from UNC-Charlotte. She lives in the South End area of Charlotte with her husband, Conor, and her interests include being outdoors, spending time with friends and family, and traveling.

Kristin earned an undergraduate degree from Randolph-Macon College and a master’s degree from Queens University. She fell in love with teaching in college while doing research for a psychology class in a local elementary school. Kristin brings many years of multi-grade teaching experience to her role and has also served as an administrator in public and private schools. When she’s not at school, Kristin enjoys spending time with her husband, Dave, their three grown children, and their sweet Lab-mix puppy, Bella.

Kim grew up in rural, upstate New York and earned a bachelor’s degree in elementary education from SUNY Oswego. She later attended SUNY Cortland, where she earned a master’s degree. Kim’s love for children began at an early age when she started babysitting in sixth grade. She and her husband have three young adult children. Kim brings more than 20 years of elementary school teaching experience to her position.

Naphtali earned a bachelor’s degree in elementary education from Messiah College. Prior to her role at CCA, she was a teacher in Pennsylvania and Florida. Naphtali has held leadership roles in children’s ministry programs, and she also developed a Bible-based experiential learning curriculum. She and her husband, Nathan, have four children who are enrolled at CCA. Her interests include cooking, gymnastics, and international travel. She is excited to bring her passion for learning about other cultures to the classroom.

Jared’s love for music began when he started playing the trombone in Fifth Grade. He then progressed to acoustic guitar and his love of stringed instruments quickly grew. Jared led worship ministry during college at Cornerstone University and was thereafter hired as a worship pastor in Michigan where he served for 11 years. When the Dotys moved to Charlotte for Jared’s seminary studies at Reformed Theological Seminary, he transitioned to being a part-time worship leader at Oakhurst Baptist Church. Jared is married to his wife, Cali, and the couple have two children at CCA.

Emily graduated from Liberty University with a bachelor’s degree in family and consumer science. During her time at Liberty, the Lord grew her passion to teach etiquette to young people to build their confidence and give them tools for their future. While living in Chicago, Emily received certificates from the Protocol School of Washington and the Etiquette and Leadership Institute. As a certified instructor, she began to partner with organizations in the city, having the opportunity to serve over two thousand students during her time there. In 2019, the Lord moved Emily, her husband and son home to Charlotte, where they enjoy warmer weather, attending Calvary, and traveling to the coast and mountains.

Maudie earned her teaching certification from UNC Charlotte and has been teaching for seven years. She loves teaching and has spent most of her career in fourth grade. In her spare time, Maudie enjoys spending time with her husband JP and baby boy, Henry.

Kelly-Jane earned her bachelor’s degree in psychology from Belhaven University in Jackson, MS. She has served in children’s ministry at her church for more than 10 years and has also enjoyed leading Bible studies and serving her community in various ways. Kelly-Jane is married and has two children who both attend CCA. Her interests include spending time with family and friends, baking, art, being outdoors, and traveling.

Karin received her elementary education degree from UNC-Charlotte and has taught for 22 years. She started her career in Berlin, Germany, teaching at a German-American school. Karin loves teaching in the Christian school setting, helping her students to strengthen their faith. She also enjoys reading, cooking, traveling, and spending time with her family.

Olivia has an associate’s degree in Liberal Studies from Diablo Valley College and a bachelor’s degree in English from Simpson University. She moved to Charlotte from San Francisco six years ago and has taught in both public and private schools since 2007. Olivia loves photography, hiking, kayaking, and spending time with her Golden Retriever, Flynn!

Nicole earned a degree in inclusive education from Syracuse University, earning certifications in both regular and special education. She has 25 years of experience working with students of all ages with a variety of learning differences. Her favorite part of teaching is developing relationships with her students and watching them grow academically, spiritually, and emotionally. Nicole has been married for 24 years and has a son, Cole, who is a junior at NC State, and a daughter, Hannah, who is a senior in high school. In her spare time, she loves to read, exercise, and spend time with family and friends.

Emily graduated from Elon University with a bachelor’s degree in religious studies and photography. After working for Campus Outreach Charlotte, she received her graduate certificate in elementary education from UNC Charlotte. Prior to her role at CCA, she taught Second Grade and Kindergarten for 12 years in the public school system. Emily enjoys spending time with small family groups through church, as well as growing potted gardens, working out, and trying new restaurants with friends.

Ramsey graduated from Erskine University with a degree in early childhood education. She has worked with students in all age ranges and most recently worked in CMS as a first-grade teacher. She is trained in Orton-Gillingham and one of her biggest strengths is differentiating learning for her students. Ramsey and her husband, Paul, moved to North Carolina for his seminary degree. In her free time, she enjoys drinking hot tea, spending time with friends, and traveling with her husband.