Duncan teaches Spanish in KO’s Middle School, as well as advising and coaching our students. Prior to KO, Duncan taught at Westminster School in Simsbury. He enjoys the opportunity to help students figure themselves out and develop a sense of who they are. In the past, he has facilitated identity work, particularly “One Love & Speak” so that students can become the most genuine version of themselves and are confident as they head out into the world. His teaching philosophy centers on collaboration, inclusivity, and authenticity. Mr. Insuik received his B.A. from Colby College and was a double major in Spanish and government. He is currently working towards his master’s degree from Middlebury College. His interests include cooking, walking and playing with his puppy, and all Boston sports. 

John comes to KO from Avon Middle School, where he taught biology and earth science to 7th graders and served on the school leadership team for 20 years. While at Avon, he founded their “Visiting Scientist Speaker Series” and received the Avon Teacher of the Year in 2013. John is an 

outdoor enthusiast and enjoys backpacking, road and mountain biking, telemark, and Nordic skiing. He loves gardening and is currently pursuing a CT State Horticultural Certification. A world traveler, John visited over 30 countries on five continents.