I love teaching math and science at HFS.  I find the two disciplines are interwoven and expose my students to their similarities and connections to the real world.  I inherited the love of science and math from both of my parents. My father, who is a physician, taught me the love of science and my mother, an English and History professor, taught me the passion for teaching. It’s a win-win to me. After taking studies in a Doctorate of Pharmacy program, I knew that I wanted to share my passion/love of these subject areas by teaching and inspiring young minds to these disciplines. My ultimate reward is seeing my graduated HFS students come back to visit and express how I ignited their fire/flame to pursue degrees in the areas of math, science, as well as engineering.

I enjoy spending quality time with my family and friends, which includes cooking, exercising, and traveling. I enjoy spending my summers down the shore in Margate, NJ where I spend Zen time with my family and my Corgi dog, Skip. I absolutely love the Jersey shore; nothing compares to sitting on the beach and soaking up the salt air and tranquility of the ocean. My other favorite hobby/interest is fashion…I love being a personal shopper, especially for my nieces who I dress from head to toe. I’m also a lover of the arts and theater.  Any activity that involves helping and spending quality time with others, especially children and animals, is a reward in itself!

• Haddonfield Friends School, 2008 to present
• Kingston Elementary School, long-term substitute
• A. Russell Knight Elementary School, long-term substitute

• ESL Certification
• Minors in Italian Studies, Women’s Studies, Religion, and Science
• Tutor for Italian Studies and Mathematics for children and adults
• Real Estate Licensing

• Rutgers University: Teachers Preparation Program/Certification
• University of the Sciences: Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Marketing Program
• Rosemont College: B.A. Humanities

As a Humanities teacher, I cherish the opportunity to teach and share my passions in a community like HFS that nurtures the mind, body, and soul of its students. Young people possess a spirit of honesty, a joyous sense of wonder, and the courage to conquer challenges that inspires me everyday. A lover of history and literature, I delight in investigating the roots, legends, and mysteries behind world civilizations and encourage young learners to become students of the world. Studying Jazz Percussion, English, and Film in New Orleans, LA, I soaked up the vibrant and diverse cultural traditions the city has to offer. Upon returning to my native Princeton, my teaching journey began and I quickly realized it was my vocation to not only teach, but to learn from the next generations of students. It is in the spirit of open, informed, honest, compassionate communication where my passion and commitment to teaching resides. My students will learn how to become stronger communicators, listeners, and problem-solvers by exploring the beauty, possibility, and value of the spoken and written word. When I am not teaching, I am making music, hanging out with my dog Maddie, and exploring Philly with friends and family!

• Middle School Language Arts Instructor at Art of Problem Solving Academy
• Lower School Technologist at Chapin School
• Lower, Middle, and Upper School Substitute teacher at Chapin School, the Hun School, Princeton Junior School
• Private Writing and Reading Tutor

• Co-founder of Princeton Music Lessons
• JustArt Theatrical Productions Creative Collaborator
  

• B.A. in English cum laude from Loyola University New Orleans
  

I am honored to join the HFS community as a Science Specialist teacher. With a love for science and a love for teaching and learning, it is my goal to spark curiosity, increase intrinsic motivation, and foster life-long learning through science. My teaching style is hands-on and collaborative, utilizing project-based and inquiry-based learning, where the students are active participants, each contributing unique perspectives and gifts to the learning community. In addition to fostering a joy for learning, I would love for students to appreciate the various roles of scientists in our community, the connectedness of the world around us, and the impact one can make on the community through science. With my own experience in translational research at UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy, I hope to bring additional insight and inspiration into the classroom.

Since moving away from home over 10 years ago, I am thrilled to be back in New Jersey to enjoy the amazing food, Pine Barrens, beaches, and of course people! In my free time, I love going on adventures with my two little girls and my two big dogs. I also enjoy theater and dance, exploring the outdoors, reading, and spending quality time with family and friends.

• Life Science Teacher at Shawnee Mission North High School, KS
• Clinical Internship at Camden County Technical School, High School Biology
• Teaching Assistantship and Part-time Lecturer at Rutgers University, Laboratory Instructor
• Long-term Substitute, Lenape Regional High School
• Private Math and Science Tutor
  

• Research Technician at UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy
• Graduate Researcher at Rutgers University
• University Dancer and Thespian at University of Richmond
• Ballet Teacher
  

• Rowan University: MS in Teaching Summa Cum Laude
• Rutgers University: MS in Biology Summa Cum Laude, Awarded Thesis with Distinction
• University of Richmond: BS in Biology Cum Laude
  

I am thrilled to be a part of the HFS community as the 5th and 6th grade Humanities teacher. This has been a full-circle journey for me, as I was fortunate enough to attend HFS from kindergarten through third grade and have found myself back where my love of learning began. I have many fond memories of watching the sunlight peacefully stream through the windows of the meeting house every Wednesday morning, sledding in the cemetery in the winter, and releasing monarch butterflies in the fall. Now, as a teacher, I am passionate about helping children grow and evolve as people, not just as learners.

What excites me most about teaching literature and history is the opportunity for students to explore and appreciate language in its many forms and how knowing where we come from and what makes us who we are today can help shape our future. I look forward to guiding students through ideas and topics that connect ancient history to humanity today, as well as the varied and diverse cultures that form our global community. In my classroom, I act as a facilitator of active learning, where students are able to work collaboratively, following their natural curiosity (with encouragement and guidance) to make discoveries about the material we are learning. I combine warmth, engagement, and genuine caring with the ability to tailor instruction to meet each student’s unique needs. I firmly believe that teaching with the whole child in mind is crucial to building the confidence, critical thinking, creativity, and joy of learning that HFS has proudly instilled in each young person who passes through these halls. 

When I’m not in the classroom, I enjoy playing violin (I started playing at the age of five), traveling, reading, completing the daily New York Times games, and spending time with my family, including my son, Henry, my husband, Ben, and a brown tabby cat with enormous green eyes named Frankie.

• 7th/8th Grade Math Teacher, Haddonfield School District (2021-2024)
• Special Education Teacher, Barrington School District (2015-2021)
• Associate Instructor of Violin, Rutgers University
• Private Violin Teacher

• Many years of experience as a violinist, musician, and performer; traveled to South America and Europe on concert tours; performed on two Grammy-nominated recordings; serve as section leader with the Philharmonic of Southern New Jersey
• Yearbook Club Advisor, Haddonfield Middle School
• Private Math and Reading Tutor

• Rutgers University: B.A. in Music magna cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa with a Childhood Studies minor
• Rutgers-Camden Teacher Preparation Program
• NJ Standard Teaching Certifications in Elementary Education (K-6), Teacher of Students with Disabilities (P-12), Middle School Language Arts (5-8), and Middle School Mathematics (5-8)

I am very excited to be joining the team at Haddonfield Friends this year to teach 5th and 6th grade math! I have been teaching for many years in various environments. For the last 9 years, I taught 5th grade (all subjects) in Philadelphia. Previously, I have also taught kindergarten, 8th grade ELA, Pre-Kindergarten, student taught first grade, substituted for grades K-6, and have experience with children of many different ages and backgrounds.  I take pride in nurturing and guiding my students to develop a love for learning that enhances their ability to become contributing citizens in their community. It is my goal to build positive relationships with my students and to use my experience to make math engaging and meaningful.
I am originally from Bucks County, PA, and I’ve lived in New Jersey for 7 years now. In my spare time, I love to spend time with my young son, Jack, my husband, and our 2 cats. Additionally, I love to read, do crossword puzzles, and crafts.

• 5th grade teacher- West Oak Lane Charter School
• Kindergarten Teacher- Family Support Services
• 8th grade ELA (long term sub)- Bensalem Township School District
• K-6 daily substitute- Neshaminy School District
• Pre-Kindergarten Teacher- Goddard School
• Assistant Director- Lower Southampton Township Summer Camp

• Tutoring- all subjects, 4th-6th grade
• Grade Team Leader at previous school
• Craft Club Facilitator
• Certified in Elementary K-6, English 7-12, and Reading Specialist K-12

• University of Pittsburgh- B.A. English Literature
• West Chester University- M.EQ.- Elementary Education
• West Chester University- Master’s in Literacy

After graduating college, I completed my student teaching in Melbourne, Australia as a part of my Masters’ coursework. I enjoyed the experience so much, I decided to teach abroad for several years, living in both China and Singapore. I learned new languages, new sports and traveled extensively, developing a better understanding of other cultures and the world around me, while making new friends in the process. I now consider many places “home”. After several years abroad, I returned to the States to go back to school. Since moving back, I’ve lived in NYC and CT, and recently returned to NJ, where I grew up, to be closer to family.

In my spare time, I love to read, explore new places and spend time with family, including my son, who keeps me busy.

• Whitby School, Greenwich, CT: Grades 5-7 English
• Say Yes to Education, NYC: Small group instructor, Grades 4 and 5
• Canadian International School in Singapore: Elementary teacher, Grade 3
• American International School of Guangzhou, China: Elementary teacher, Grades 3 and 4

• International Baccalaureate Middle Years Program Coordinator
• International Baccalaureate Educator Network Site Visitor
• International Baccalaureate Middle Years Program Senior Reviewer for Building Quality Curriculum
• Curriculum and Grade level team leader
• International Student Advisor for graduate programs, Kaplan International

• Teachers College, Columbia University: Ed.M. International Educational Development, Educational Policy focus
• George Mason University: M.Ed. Curriculum and Instruction
• James Madison University: B.S. Communication Sciences and Disorders