Originally from Methuen, MA, Josie made her way to Proctor Academy in 2022 to follow her passions. She earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Science and a Master of Science degree in Healthcare Management from Merrimack College before deciding to change careers and take a leap of faith into teaching. Josie now serves as the Office of Equity and Belonging Coordinator and teaches U.S. History, drawing on her interests in African American & Latinx History, diasporas, and cultural studies to inform her work both in the classroom and across the Proctor community. An athlete at heart, she enjoys playing softball and volleyball, and outside of school she loves to cook and get lost in a good book. Josie lives with her wife, Cheka, their dog, Lincoln, and their cats.

Originally from Prince George's County, Maryland, Ricardo has spent 5 years leading and coordinating Outdoor Education and Summer Camp programs in Virginia before joining Proctor Academy. Additionally, he worked at Barca Residency Academy in Arizona with the Residence Life team. Ricardo grew up playing many sports but fell in love with wrestling and has been coaching the sport for the past 6 years. Serving as Proctor's Student Life Coordinator, Ricardo is excited to be a part of what makes this Proctor community such a special place. He also coaches volleyball in the fall. In his spare time, Ricardo enjoys reading, playing sports, and finding new food places to enjoy a meal.