Leadership & Staff

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At Brown Christian Academy, our teachers are committed to providing thoughtful instruction and genuine care for every student. United by a shared mission, they work together to cultivate a Christ-centered environment where students are encouraged to learn, grow, and thrive.

Executive Board

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Dr. Bartholomew Orr

Senior Pastor

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Pastor Derrick Anderson

Executive Pastor

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Dr. Gwendolyn Neal

Head of School

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Pastor Flyod Lee, III

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Deacon Gerald Neal

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Ms. Kisha Smith

Director of Early Childhood and School Coordinator

Faculty & Staff

  • Ms. Alexander

    Ms. Alexander

    Kindergarten

  • Ms. Quince Haynes

    Ms. Quince Haynes

    Infants I Teacher

  • Ms. Robin Legett

    Ms. Robin Legett

    Infants I & II Assistant

  • Angela Amos

    Angela Amos

    Warriors Dean/ Teacher Assistant

  •  Ms. Tamera Cunningham

    Ms. Tamera Cunningham

  • Jadiyah Welch

    Jadiyah Welch

    Pre-K 3 Assistant

  • Ariel Dickerson

    Ariel Dickerson

    Prek-3 I Lead Teacher

  • Cynthia Richardson

    Cynthia Richardson

    Prek 4 II Lead Teacher

  • Mrs. Antonia Dotson

    Mrs. Antonia Dotson

    Prek 3 III Lead Teacher

  • Ms. Janiyah Townley

    Ms. Janiyah Townley

    Assistant Teacher

  • Ms. Shanesha Sargent

    Ms. Shanesha Sargent

    Prek 2 II Lead Teacher

  • Angela Tilley

    Angela Tilley

    Toddler II Assistant

  • Ms. Ashley Perry

    Ms. Ashley Perry

    Toddler II Lead Teacher

  • Herlonda Robinson

    Herlonda Robinson

  • Adrienne Moody

    Adrienne Moody

    Infants III Lead Teacher

  • Gloria Akers

    Gloria Akers

    Prek 3 II Lead Teacher

  • Alexia Brock

    Alexia Brock

    Prek 2 III Lead Teacher

  • Nurse Minor

    Nurse Minor

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    Ms. Meosha Hardaway

    Prek II Lead Teacher

  • Ms. Alisha Hodges

    Ms. Alisha Hodges

    Infant II Lead Teacher

  • Ms. Lynn

    Ms. Lynn

    Kitchen

  • Ms. Sonja LeFore

    Ms. Sonja LeFore

    Kitchen

  • Ms. Turkisha Slater

    Ms. Turkisha Slater

    Kitchen

  • Ms. Ulexus Hodges

    Ms. Ulexus Hodges

    STEAM/ Computer Lab

  • Raven Cross

    Raven Cross

    Cheer Coach

  • Ms. Christina Jones

    Ms. Christina Jones

    Substitute

  • Bobby Mull

    Bobby Mull

    Security

Advisory Board

  • Mrs. Keisha Smith

  • Pastor Jeff Jackson, Youth Pastor

  • Deacon Nehemiah Davis

  • Mrs. Lynda Townsend

Marketing Team

  • Ms. Natalie Gilmore, Director of Marketing 

  • Ms. Ulexus Hodges

  • Ms. Chundra Smith, Social Media

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Employment Non‑Discrimination Statement

Brown Christian Academy is committed to fostering a Christ‑centered, welcoming, and professional environment for all employees. As a ministry of Brown Missionary Baptist Church, we seek team members who support our mission, values, and statement of faith and uphold the highest standards of integrity and excellence.

BCA is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in employment on the basis of any characteristic protected by applicable state or federal law, including race, color, age, sex, national origin, or disability. All employment decisions are made in alignment with our Christian mission, organizational values, and the qualifications necessary to fulfill each role with excellence.

Faith & Employment Expectations

As a ministry of Brown Missionary Baptist Church, Brown Christian Academy employs individuals who are committed to living out and supporting our Christian mission, values, and statement of faith. Employees are expected to model Christ‑like character, participate in the school's spiritual life, and uphold Biblical principles in conduct, communication, and professional responsibilities.

All staff members serve as role models for students and families, demonstrating integrity, compassion, and excellence in their work. While BCA is an equal opportunity employer, all employment decisions are made in alignment with our faith commitments and the spiritual and professional qualifications necessary to fulfill each role with excellence.