Maury holds a degree in theater from the University of Richmond. He began teaching theatre during his last year of college, intending to go on to graduate school and a profession in theatre. After a couple of years, Maury realized that he had found both his gifts and his joy in his work with high school students, helping them take chances, discover latent abilities, and grow into their full selves. This realization led him to a 38-year career in teaching.

Maury believes that all people have valuable insights and contributions, and have always worked to help students realize that truth about themselves. As education has become more corporate and product-focused, the individualized instruction and personal approach of Keswick School aligns much better with his goals as an educator.

Maury enjoys reading, mostly non-fiction, and spending time at his camp on the James river. Although not very good at landing many fish, he does love the serenity that comes from wading into a stream and casting a fly into the current. In addition, he enjoys spending time with his wife in the Loire Valley of France.