FACULTY & STAFF BIOS

NICOLE BAKER Director of Development and Engagement

Born and raised in Melbourne, Australia, Nicole brings over 15 years of fundraising, events, and volunteer management experience to Beacon Academy. She has extensive knowledge in managing a robust strategic development and engagement plan that fosters a culture of philanthropy and engages all members of the community to propel organizations forward. Nicole has led engagement and fundraising efforts at the Australian Red Cross, Concord Academy, Scope Victoria, and Cancer Council Queensland. In addition to leading the Development, Engagement, and Communications team at Beacon Academy, Nicole is thrilled to serve as a student advisor. Nicole can be reached at nbaker@ beaconacademy.org.

What is a fun fact about yourself?

I attended a dinner party with the Australian Prime Minister.

ROBERT BRUCKNER Math Teacher and Co-Curricular Manager

Originally from the suburbs of New York City, Rob is an experienced and successful math teacher and coach. He taught mid-level math and coached Varsity Girls Basketball at The Harvey School in Katonah, NY before joining Beacon Academy, and spent 13 years at Xaverian Brothers High School in Westwood, MA, teaching everything from freshmen Algebra to AP Calculus. For 7 years, Rob also served as the head basketball coach at Xavarian and coached various teams, including Varsity Tennis. Leading Beacon’s cocurricular activities, Rob is eager to teach our students about math, problem solving, sports and teamwork. Rob can be reached at rbruckner@beaconacademy.org.

What is a fun fact about yourself?

I once tried out for a Broadway play.