Faculty
The HudsonWay experience begins with exceptional people. Our leaders, teachers, and staff share a commitment to nurturing every child's potential through academic excellence, authentic language immersion, and meaningful relationships. Together, they create a community where students feel known, challenged, and inspired to thrive.
![Sharon Huang]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1790281024/hwisorg/bwpy5ise21h2oxrzfzw5/SharonHuang.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1790281024/hwisorg/bwpy5ise21h2oxrzfzw5/SharonHuang.jpg","width":500}])
Founder
Sharon Huang founded HudsonWay in 2005, inspired by her twin sons, who were the school's first students.
![David Heller]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1790281069/hwisorg/nyux3cowbjpioadieuv7/David-Heller.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1790281069/hwisorg/nyux3cowbjpioadieuv7/David-Heller.jpg","width":500}])
Principal, New Jersey Campus
David brings more than 20 years of experience in education, school administration, and teaching.
![Paula Martinez]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1790280983/hwisorg/utdwessntjbxgayqggx3/Paula-NY.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1790280983/hwisorg/utdwessntjbxgayqggx3/Paula-NY.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1790280983/hwisorg/utdwessntjbxgayqggx3/Paula-NY.png","width":696}])
Principal, New York Campus
Paula is a bilingual educator and school leader with more than 15 years of experience in immersion education.
![Bill Hicks]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1790280937/hwisorg/jareskgc2zkjkiyygxa6/BillHicks.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1790280937/hwisorg/jareskgc2zkjkiyygxa6/BillHicks.jpg","width":500}])
Chief Administrative Officer
Bill oversees HudsonWay's finance, operations, human resources, and legal affairs, bringing more than 20 years of corporate experience to the school's administration.
![Shanshan Zhang]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1790638299/hwisorg/j1nb7z1i7jypqxsxecta/ShanshanZhang.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1790638299/hwisorg/j1nb7z1i7jypqxsxecta/ShanshanZhang.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1790638299/hwisorg/j1nb7z1i7jypqxsxecta/ShanshanZhang.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1790638299/hwisorg/j1nb7z1i7jypqxsxecta/ShanshanZhang.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1790638299/hwisorg/j1nb7z1i7jypqxsxecta/ShanshanZhang.png","width":1240}])
Academic Director
Shanshan brings over a decade of experience in education, with a focus on immersion teaching, instructional coaching, and teacher development.
![hudsonway immersion school]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1790638177/hwisorg/cdaanf7jfvesigfbrsjy/Carolyn.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1790638177/hwisorg/cdaanf7jfvesigfbrsjy/Carolyn.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1790638177/hwisorg/cdaanf7jfvesigfbrsjy/Carolyn.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1790638177/hwisorg/cdaanf7jfvesigfbrsjy/Carolyn.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1790638177/hwisorg/cdaanf7jfvesigfbrsjy/Carolyn.png","width":1326}])
HR Manager
Carolyn joined HudsonWay in June 2026, bringing over 15 years of HR experience in school settings.
![Nicole Liu]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1790638456/hwisorg/ahad8nxmohkygl7dnxrk/NicoleLiu.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1790638456/hwisorg/ahad8nxmohkygl7dnxrk/NicoleLiu.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1790638456/hwisorg/ahad8nxmohkygl7dnxrk/NicoleLiu.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1790638456/hwisorg/ahad8nxmohkygl7dnxrk/NicoleLiu.png","width":1024}])
Enrollment Director
Nicole brings more than a decade of experience in admissions, international education, and bilingual education within New York City’s independent school community.
![Mark Bandak]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1790280800/hwisorg/kpoxhxa0d9jhgcwj6e64/MarkBandak.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1790280800/hwisorg/kpoxhxa0d9jhgcwj6e64/MarkBandak.jpg","width":500}])
Board Member
Mark brings more than 20 years of experience in private equity, venture capital, and mergers and acquisitions, with significant experience investing in the global education sector.
Faculty & Staff Directory
Our dedicated faculty and staff create the supportive, immersive learning environment that defines HudsonWay. Explore our directory to learn more about the educators and professionals who inspire our students every day.
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