B.S. – Elementary Education; M.Ed. – Educational Leadership

amccray-hancock@emerson-school.org

What year did you start at Emerson?
2025

Why did you want to work at Emerson?
I am a 30+ year educator with experience as both a STEM teacher and educational administrator. I joined Emerson as a substitute teacher in the fall of 2025, and from the very beginning, I felt a strong connection to the school and its community. When a long-term middle school math teaching opportunity became available for the third trimester, I jumped at the chance to be here every day. I had genuinely enjoyed each day as a guest teacher, and that experience confirmed for me that Emerson was exactly where I wanted to be. I was excited for the opportunity to become a more permanent part of the community and to contribute my experience, energy, and love of teaching to Emerson.

What wows you about Emerson?
All of the people! There is a genuine sense of kindness and community here. The students are eager to learn, teachers are collaborative and supportive of one another, and administrators are encouraging and engaged. Everyone contributes to creating a welcoming environment where people feel valued, supported, and excited to be part of the community. It truly is a wonderful place to work and learn.

In one word, what is your working style?
Detail-oriented

How would students describe you?
Strict and kind

If you could have one superpower, what would it be and why?
I would love to fly! Seeing the beauty of the world from a birds eye view would be amazing.

Favorite artist or band?
Prince

What would surprise people about you?
I’ve lived in 3 other countries.

What do you do when you’re not at Emerson?
I love traveling, pickleball, and pilates.