Our Staff
Think of the best teacher you had during your school days. Then imagine a school full of these best teachers who are eager to help students succeed, using creative and innovative methods to make learning fun and interesting. Focus Academy teachers meet and exceed those expectations.
Our teachers are certified by the State of Florida in Exceptional Student Education. Educational Assistants are in every classroom, helping students and aiding teachers in daily lessons. A low student to staff ratio ensures that every student has the personal attention they need.
For any inquiries, call the main school office at 813.443.5558 or email info@focusacademytampa.org. If you are a Focus Academy family, you can email staff directly by logging into our Alma student information system.
Looking to join our dynamic team?
As we continue to grow we are seeking enthusiastic, energetic, and creative educators to join our dynamic team. We are dedicated to changing the lives and futures of our students and seek like-minded professionals with an openness to our innovative, unique, and highly successful approach to join us on this amazing journey.
Elisabeth Kraft
Principal
Loretta Gallo-Lopez, MA, LMHC
Executive Director of Programs
Meagan Tucker
ESE Specialist
Ellie Thompson, MS, LMHC
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Christine Macaluso
Office Manager
Kristi Benson
ESE Assistant
Megan Cusack
Teacher
Nick Gallo-Lopez
Teacher
Robin Carbonell
Senior Job Coach
Nathan Juliano
Educational Assistant
Gisela (Gigi) Lewis
Educational Assistant
Carmen de Quintanilla
Educational Assistant
Josephine Isenbergh
Executive Director of Operations
Heather Rodriguez
Senior Manager, Marketing & Technology
Richelle Morton
Therapeutic Education Specialist
Isabel Bertram
Data Processor/Registrar
Maritza Gomez
Administrative Assistant
Keri Como
Teacher
Lawanda Fox Broadnax
Transition Specialist
Hannah Nyberg
Teacher
Cindy Rivera
Teacher
Lena Lemire
Educational Assistant
Mary Nasca
Educational Assistant
Brianna Wortley
Educational Assistant