Armond Lawson began teaching in 1997 and joined the Gilman team in 2006. His previous experience includes the following positions/schools:

• Head of Lower School – Gilman School
• Assistant Head of Lower School – Gilman School
• Middle School Counselor – Gilman School
• Upper School Counselor – Landon School
• Middle School Counselor – Blake School
• Head of Middle School – Crossroads School, St. Louis
• Director of Admission – Crossroads School, St. Louis
• Assistant Director of Admission – Pepperdine University

Q&A

What was your most valuable teaching experience?
I have had several memorable teaching moments, but my most valuable teaching experiences occurred during my stint in the Lower School. Teaching younger students requires much more energy and preparation than most people imagine. I am certain I learned as much as I taught.

What inspired you to work in education?
I enjoy opportunities to learn and grow. I am also inspired by seeing growth in others. For this reason, education offers tremendous personal satisfaction.

People may not know…
That I grew up in California, and I have seven sisters and two brothers.