Will Cohen

Will Cohen, Associate Head of School

Mr. Will Cohen was born and raised in Orlando and has been serving at The First Academy since June 2012. During his tenure, he has served in several leadership roles, including three years as Assistant Director of Athletics and Assistant Baseball Coach, ten years as Director of Athletics, and two years as Assistant Head of School for Campus Operations. He currently serves as Associate Head of School.

A proud TFA alumnus, Mr. Cohen attended The First Academy for seven years and graduated with the Class of 2008. He went on to earn a Bachelor of Science in Sports Administration from Samford University in Birmingham, Alabama, and is currently pursuing a Master of Arts in Higher Education Administration from the University of Louisville.

In 2025, Mr. Cohen married his wife, Mary Brittan, who teaches fourth grade at The First Academy. Having experienced TFA as both a student and a staff member, Mr. Cohen is deeply grateful for the immeasurable impact the school’s teachers, coaches, and administrators have had on his life. He considers it a privilege to now partner with faculty, staff, and families to support a safe, thriving campus and ensure the school’s day-to-day operations run smoothly.

Mr. Cohen believes that TFA’s students, families, faculty, and staff are what make The First Academy an exceptional Christ-centered school, and he is grateful for the opportunity to serve the community that has played such a significant role in his own life.