QUEENS, NYC READING WRITING TUTORS SPECIALISTS

Elizabeth is an accomplished educator with a strong foundation in both Childhood Education and Students with Disabilities (Grades 1-6). She holds a bachelor’s degree from Marist College and a master’s degree from Touro University, with memberships in both the International Honor Society in Education and Psychology. Throughout her career, Elizabeth has played pivotal roles, starting as a Special Education teacher in various New York City schools. She has excelled in mentoring new teachers, taking on leadership roles such as grade-level team leader, and conducting professional development training sessions for teachers and families. Currently serving as an Assistant Principal at the elementary level, Elizabeth is dedicated to cultivating students’ love for learning while fostering their self-confidence to achieve individualized goals.

As a literacy and math instructor, Elizabeth brings a wealth of experience in mentoring and tutoring children with diverse backgrounds and needs. Her instructional expertise encompasses phonics, phonological awareness, decoding, spelling, fluency, reading comprehension, vocabulary, and elementary math. Elizabeth is well-versed in implementing multisensory programs such as Wilson Fundations, Success For All (SFA), and Guided Reading Leveled Literacy, all designed to promote reading, writing, and oral language development.

Janeese is a dedicated educator with a robust academic background, holding a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education and a Master’s degree in Special Education from the University of Hartford. With over a decade of teaching experience in New York City public schools, Janeese has demonstrated expertise in catering to students of all ages. Her focus on specialized teaching strategies for students with disabilities underscores her commitment to inclusive education.

Currently serving as a fourth-grade special education teacher, Janeese brings a wealth of knowledge to her role. In addition to her teaching responsibilities, she has contributed as a scorer for the Common Core New York State math and ELA exams. Her credentials include a school building and district leader license obtained from the College of Saint Rose.

Janeese’s passion for education is deeply rooted in her understanding of diverse learning needs. Growing up in Rockaway Beach, she developed a profound analogy, viewing people as seashells—some more fragile than others, requiring additional care. This realization inspired her to pursue special education as her field of study.

Alicia holds a Master’s Degree in Elementary Education from the University of New Hampshire and brings a wealth of experience as an educator across diverse settings, including public and independent schools, small group tutoring, and personalized 1-on-1 sessions within students’ homes. Her primary focus lies in teaching young children, spanning from toddlers through 3rd grade. Alicia has honed her skills in differentiating instruction, fostering safe learning environments, and assessing and supporting students across all developmental domains.

In her approach to teaching math, Alicia integrates manipulatives like ten frames and double-sided counters. She employs follow-up questions to deepen students’ understanding, and she values discussions on math topics to establish connections between various concepts, enhance retention, and promote reflective thinking (metacognition). Notably, Alicia has utilized programs such as Math in Focus and Bridges in Math.

Taneeka earned her master’s degree in School Leadership & Administration from Touro College. With an impressive 23-year teaching career within the New York City Department of Education, she has taught grades Kindergarten through 8th grade, specializing in phonics, English Language Arts, and mathematics. Taneeka serves as both a lead teacher and classroom teacher, leveraging extensive training in phonics and mathematics. As a lead teacher, she employs data-driven strategies, implements best practices, and scrutinizes student data to enhance teacher and student growth.

In her additional role, Taneeka fosters collaborative work among teachers, developing monthly unit plans in phonics, reading, writing, and mathematics. She ensures alignment with The Next Generation Standards, showcasing her commitment to maintaining a high-quality curriculum. Taneeka excels in working with struggling students, using engaging methods to elevate learning outcomes. Witnessing students reach their goals is what fulfills her the most.

Jessica is a dedicated elementary school teacher with three years of teaching experience in Ireland, covering 4th grade, 1st grade, and special education. For the past two years, she has been teaching 2nd grade in a New York City school. Jessica holds a Bachelor of Social Science degree from the University College of Cork, Ireland, and a Master of Education degree from the University of Limerick, Ireland. With a focus on assessing children’s learning styles and needs, she strives to find the best approaches to boost their grades and confidence. Jessica employs various suitable teaching strategies and resources to cater to individual needs, creating a positive and safe learning environment. Passionate about education, Jessica utilizes technology, visual aids, games, inquiry-based activities, manipulatives, and graphic organizers to ensure children’s understanding. With four years of experience tutoring children individually and in small groups, ranging in ages from 5 to 12 years old, Jessica provides support for students struggling with mathematics, reading, and writing.

Shamica holds a Master’s degree in special education from CUNY Brooklyn College and has accumulated five years of teaching experience across various age groups in NYC public schools. Alongside her specialization in teaching strategies for students with disabilities, Shamica currently serves as a second-grade special education teacher. Her commitment to education is further highlighted by her Master’s degree in Business Management from Long Island University.

Understanding the diverse learning needs of children, Shamica is an active member of her school’s instructional leadership team, allowing her to identify and address areas where students may face challenges.

Madia, a highly qualified reading interventionist, believes in the transformative power of literacy. Her academic background includes a Bachelor of Science in Psychology, a Masters of Science in Early Childhood and Elementary Education, and a Masters of Arts in Educational Leadership, along with certifications in students with disabilities and School Leadership. Her commitment to educational excellence is underscored by a range of certifications, including students with disabilities (birth to 12th grade) and School Leadership.

Madia’s specialized training in programs such as SPIRE, Fundations, Orton Gillingham, and Sound Sensible reflects her dedication to the science of reading. This comprehensive skill set equips her to empower struggling readers with the tools necessary for success. As an IEP – Reading Intervention Special Education Teacher, Madia has had the privilege of working with students of diverse ages and abilities, guiding them through significant challenges in the realm of reading.

Kristen earned her Bachelor’s degree in Special Education from the University of Florida in 2017, followed by a Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education in 2018. She currently serves as an Assistant Principal at a charter school in the Bronx, overseeing the Special Education department.

Before moving into administration, Kristen worked as a reading and math specialist and a classroom teacher. During her time as a teacher, 100% of her students passed the ELA and Math State Exams. She is particularly skilled in promoting reading growth through the Wilson Reading Program and has experience with the Russian School of Mathematics Program.

Eliana holds a Bachelor of Arts in International Relations from American University and a Master of Arts in Education from Relay Graduate School of Education. She is certified to teach grades 1-6 and has received specialized training in Fundations, Orton-Gillingham, and Reading Workshop methodologies. Eliana teaches second-grade general studies at a private school, focusing on reading, writing, math, and social studies. She also tutors elementary-aged students in reading and writing and works with students from Pre-K to 6th grade. 

Eliana believes in a pedagogical philosophy emphasizing exploration, guided practice, and hands-on learning to nurture critical thinking and inquiry-based skills. She tailors her lessons to each student’s needs, conducting thorough assessments to identify their strengths and areas for growth. Employing a multi-sensory approach rooted in the Orton-Gillingham method, Eliana uses auditory, visual, and kinesthetic strategies to help students become more proficient readers. Her method is supported by research in the science of reading

Perry is a highly qualified, multi-certified teacher specializing in Special and General Education, grades 1-6. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Therapeutic Recreation from Ithaca College and a Master’s degree in General Education and Special Education, grades 1-6, with a concentration in behavioral disorders from Hunter College. Additionally, Perry is attending Bank Street to extend her certification in Early Childhood Education (birth grade 2). Perry has worked with students from kindergarten through fourth grade, both as a head teacher and a tutor. She has extensive experience with the following populations: ASD, speech-language delays, ADD, EF disorders, ADHD, behavioral disorders, and learning disabilities.

Perry is passionate about providing children with the most individualized instruction and support needed to give them confidence both in the classroom and in their personal lives. She is friendly and enthusiastic and works hard to develop trust with her students and their families. Perry tracks data to show progress and then customizes the supplementary work to meet goals as determined by the school and families.

Johanna graduated from CUNY Queens College with a Bachelors Degree in Childhood Education (1-6) and Masters of Science in Special Education (1-6). She is currently in school for School Leadership at SUNY Stony Brook University. Johanna has over 5 years of teaching experience and has taught third-grade general education and is currently teaching in a second-grade ICT classroom (integrated co-teaching). Being in an ICT classroom has provided her with experiences involving students who have intellectual, emotional, and behavioral disabilities. Throughout her teaching experience, she has worked on scaffolding and differentiation to help her students academically succeed.

Johanna believes getting to know your students is the best way to help academically succeed. By knowing this, she is always willing to try and learn and implement new evidence-based strategies. She provides toolkits for each of her students to refer to when they experience a challenge. She has seen the impact of the pandemic of students having difficulties to collaborate and build conversations with one another, which led to her having lessons that provide students with the opportunities to ask questions and build conversations.

Derek has eleven years of Elementary Teaching, Special Education Administration, and tutoring experience. He is currently a CPSE Administrator and previously taught 4 th and 5 th Grade in Brooklyn. He has been tutoring with Brooklyn Letters over the past three years. Derek has a wealth of experience working with curriculum writers in the area of math, specifically focusing on differentiating math concepts for struggling students. He has presented a multitude of math workshops primarily in the areas of math fluency, integrating math manipulatives and technology, word problem skills, and strategies for Special Education students. In this role, he supported teachers in the building with planning and differentiating lessons and finding ways to build on students’ math conceptual and word problem skills to be successful.

Giana Marie is an experienced tutor specializing in multi-sensory reading instruction, reading comprehension, writing, spelling, ELA, math, handwriting, and test preparation. She has a strong background in supporting students with a wide range of learning differences, including ADHD/ADD, reading disorders, autism spectrum disorder, language processing disorder, dyslexia, writing disorders, dysgraphia, twice-exceptional students, dyscalculia, auditory processing disorder, math disorders, and special education needs.

Trained in Wilson/Fundations, Giana utilizes various strategies to help students improve their literacy skills. She incorporates programs such as Teacher’s College, Lexia, and Raz-Kids to boost phonics, reading fluency, and vocabulary development. In mathematics, Giana uses manipulatives and strategies from the Go Math and enVision curricula to create a hands-on, engaging learning experience.

Sohayla graduated from Saint John’s University with a Bachelor of Science in Childhood Education and a Masters of Science in Special Education. She is certified in New York State to teach 1st through 6th grade and also has extensive experience working with students all the way up to the doctoral level. Sohayla built her academic career and gained leadership experience during her 5 years as a Saint John’s student. While being an after school teacher, and a graduate assistant at Saint John’s University’s Writing Center, Sohayla has learned the skills necessary to facilitate a culturally responsive and inclusive learning environment for all her students. Her experiences as a Writing Consultant have allowed her to view learning through multiple interconnected perspectives. She has held writer’s workshops for elementary age students. Sohayla has an ability to work with students with various ranges of abilities and she is known for her patience and creativity. Sohayla has worked in various classroom settings including self-contained, inclusive, ICT, and general. Within these classroom settings, Sohayla has taught students using literacy and mathematics programs/strategies including Teachers College, Self-Regulated Strategy Development (SRSD), Go Math, and enVision Math.

Patricia has over 25 years of experience teaching children and adults from diverse educational backgrounds to read, write, and spell using the rigorous standards of the Orton-Gillingham approach. Her extensive background includes a Master of Science degree in Special Education/Dyslexia (grades 1-6) and PhD in Literacy Education.

Patricia understands the importance of meeting at-risk learners’ academic as well as psychological needs to promote motivation and achieve positive outcomes. Before instruction begins, Patricia assesses each student to determine his or her strengths, weaknesses, interests, and optimal learning styles. She then creates highly engaging lessons that utilize research-based strategies to target students’ individual goals. Depending on the student, goals can range from mastering the fluid formation of letters to developing more effective independent study skills.

Patricia is described by parents as having a genuine interest and commitment to her students’ progress. She appreciates the tremendous toll that falling behind in reading and writing can have on students’ self-esteem and desire to learn. As such, she strives to create an environment that encourages students to actively participate in the learning process and take pride in their unique strengths and abilities.

Peter is a highly qualified teacher with permanent New York State certification in special education, grades N-12. He has a proven track record of success in helping reluctant and struggling young learners to read.

He offers specialized tutoring services in several areas of instruction: structured literacy, also known as multi-sensory phonics instruction, for students in grades K-4, ELA and Common Core instruction for 3rd–8th graders, and advanced research and writing support for college and graduate students, particularly those majoring in the humanities and/or social sciences.

Peter has been a teacher since 1998. He has taught in a number of diverse settings, ranging from kindergarten, 1st, and 2nd grade special education classrooms, both inclusive and self-contained, to 6th and 7th grade inclusive ELA classrooms, to graduate-level structured literacy courses for pre-service teachers. He combines evidence-based structured literacy instruction for young learners, especially those struggling with dyslexia and/or other learning disabilities, with ELA and Common Core instruction for all learners, and advanced academic research and writing assistance for college students and beyond.

Rachel is a School Psychologist with the New York City Department of Education and is certified in the Wilson Reading System. Rachel is passionate about working with children to promote their academic, social, and emotional growth. Her education includes a B.S. in Marketing from the Rutgers School of Business and a Master’s in Education with an Advanced Certificate in School Psychology from CUNY Brooklyn College.

As a School Psychologist, Rachel has worked with a diverse population of general and special education students at the elementary and middle school levels, conducting psycho-educational assessments and providing counseling services. She also fosters collaborative relationships in which children, parents, school staff, and outside agencies can work together to maximize students’ potential and create the most positive school environment possible for them.

Marie is an early childhood special education teacher and a music therapist. She has her master’s from Vanderbilt University, where she specialized in Autism research and learned the most progressive methods of teaching young children with special needs.  Her work as a teacher has taught her to stay curious and constantly look to learn and figure out how to create meaningful experiences for her students.

Marie is trained in ABA and uses its foundations to guide her work, but she also puts sensory integration at the forefront of her work. She values self-directed learning and a child-led approach to form relationships and foster independence, play, and socialization. She has shown the highest level of ability to connect with children with disabilities and ensure they make progress. Marie teaches with heart and kindness. She’s a very special teacher and expert in her field.

Marie’s role as a teacher is to help each child grow and work at their highest potential while providing a secure and caring environment. With her background in Special Education, she is trained to recognize each child’s distinct needs and talents.

Manisha is a professional early childhood and special education teacher with experience teaching students of various diverse backgrounds. Manisha has studied at CUNY Medgar Evers College and CUNY Brooklyn College. She has two professional teaching licenses (one in early childhood education and another in early childhood special education). Manisha has worked in various settings which are: public schools (general and special ed classrooms), day care centers, and in students’ homes. She has gained experience in both of her licenses while working as a general education teacher and tutor, as a special education teacher and tutor, and as an ABA (Applied Behavioral Analysis) therapist.

Ciaran (pronounced “Keeran”) has 25 years of combined experience in the general education classroom (10 years) and as a 1:1 Special Education Instructor (15 years). He has worked with a variety of students with learning differences throughout Manhattan and parts of Long Island.

Ciaran has a Bachelor’s in Sociology and two Master’s degrees: General Education, Grade 1-6th, and Special Education, Grade 6. He is currently working on certification for Special Education Grades 7-12th and plans to further his ability to help his students by pursuing a Master’s in Child Mental Health Counseling.

Michelle is certified in Early Childhood Education, Childhood Education, and Special Education (birth-grade 6). She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education from Towson University and a Master’s Degree in Special Education from Hofstra University. Michelle is trained in Fountas and Pinnell, Fundations, and Orton Gillingham. Michelle has a passion for working with children and families.

Michelle has experience working with a diverse population of general and special education students. She taught preschool for a little over a year, kindergarten for three years, first grade for one year, and has been teaching third-grade special education since 2018.

Michelle has been working for the New York City Department of Education since 2014. She has experience working with students who are emotionally disturbed, have speech and language impairments, struggling readers, and students who struggle in all academic areas. She uses a systematic, multi-sensory, phonemic-based approach in order to improve spelling, decoding, fluency, and comprehension. Michelle is trained in both Go-Math and Envisions math. She has experience collaborating with speech therapists, occupational therapists, and physical therapists in order to better meet the needs of each child. She also has a lot of experience working closely with families.

Evanthia received her Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education (Pre-K-6) from Brooklyn College and then completed her Master of Science Degree in Special Education at Touro College. She has over 20 years experience working as a tutor and as an early childhood teacher in various settings such as ICT and Dual Language. She has extensive experience working with children with ADD/ADHD, speech and language impairments, and dyslexia.

Evanthia has solid training in the Orton-Gillingham Approach, Wilson Fundations Program, Handwriting Without Tears, SRSD, ReadyGen, Teachers College Reading and Writing Project. She is also trained in Fountas and Pinnell Reading Assessment. Evanthia believes in differentiated instruction and tailors each lesson to meet the needs of each student. She uses multi- sensory lessons to help students with phonemic awareness, letter name/sound ID, decoding/encoding, sight word recognition, fluency, and comprehension.

Kerry is a highly experienced New York State Permanently Certified Special Education Teacher with over twenty-five years of success supporting children with diverse learning needs across New York City and Long Island. She has extensive experience providing Early Intervention, CPSE, and SETSS services and has worked with children from birth through school age in both home-based and school-based settings. Kerry is known for delivering highly individualized instruction that supports meaningful academic, behavioral, and developmental progress for students with disabilities.

Kerry holds a Master of Science in Education in Special Education with a focus on Learning Disabilities from Fordham University and earned her Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and Criminology from SUNY Cortland, graduating cum laude.

Early in her career, Kerry served as an EI and CPSE Special Education Teacher and ABA therapist, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and partnering with organizations such as Alpine Learning Group. She has also conducted developmental evaluations for young children and participated in CPSE meetings to help determine appropriate educational services.

Kathleen is a New York State–certified educator with an Initial Certificate in Students with Disabilities (Birth–Grade 2) and 10+ years of experience supporting young learners in both general and special education settings. She holds a Master of Science in Education in Early Childhood Special Education from Hunter College and a Bachelor of Arts in Human Services from The George Washington University.

Kathleen currently serves as a Second Grade Learning Specialist at an inclusive private school in Manhattan where she instructs in an Integrated Co-Teaching (ICT) classroom. She has previous experience working in general education, ICT, and District 75 specialized classrooms at charter and public schools in Manhattan. She designs differentiated lesson plans, leads both whole-group and small-group instruction, and collaborates closely with families and interdisciplinary teams to ensure each student receives individualized support. Kathleen understands the importance of meeting students where they are, while also encouraging students to put their best foot forward and challenge themselves. She places an emphasis on creating a warm and welcoming environment for all learners.

Rory is a dedicated and student-centered educator with extensive experience supporting learners in both general and special education settings. He designs and implements engaging instruction for students in grades K–5 and is passionate about fostering curiosity, critical thinking, and hands-on learning experiences that empower students to explore and innovate. Beyond the classroom, Rory coaches 4th and 5th grade soccer and co-leads a Future Gentlemen’s Club, promoting leadership, positive behavior, and social awareness.

Rory holds a Master of Arts in Teaching from Relay Graduate School of Education and a Bachelor of Science in Educational Studies from Lynn University, with certifications in Reading and ESOL Endorsement. He holds a New York State Professional Certification in General Education (Grades 1–6) and continues to expand his professional development through advanced coursework.

Schandel is a highly experienced Special Education Specialist and Life Coach with over two decades of expertise supporting children and families. She has dedicated her career to early childhood development, working with children from infancy through adolescence, particularly those with developmental delays and autism spectrum disorder.

She has led and developed comprehensive home-based and center-based programs using applied behavioral strategies, serving children and adolescents across a range of needs. Throughout her career, Schandel has successfully built and supervised multidisciplinary teams, including special education teachers, behavior technicians, speech therapists, and social workers, ensuring each child receives individualized, data-driven support tailored to their unique needs.

Schandel specializes in early intervention, preschool education, and special education instruction. As a SEIT working with preschoolers, she integrates evidence-based behavioral strategies to foster positive developmental outcomes. She is recognized for creating structured, engaging learning environments and for coaching parents and educators using practical, results-oriented approaches.

Beth is an experienced and compassionate Learning Specialist and Special Education Teacher. With over two decades of experience, she has dedicated her career to supporting children from early childhood through middle school, helping them reach their full academic and developmental potential. Organized, analytical, and detail-oriented, Beth brings a strong work ethic, exceptional writing ability, and excellent interpersonal skills to every collaboration. She is known for her patience, empathy, and ability to work effectively with teachers, administrators, parents, and other providers to meet each student’s unique needs.

Beth earned her Master of Science in Special Education from Bank Street College of Education in New York, a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Clark University in Worcester, Massachusetts, and also pursued studies in Israeli and Judaic Studies at the Hebrew University in Jerusalem.

Jurga brings over a decade of experience as an early childhood special education teacher, specializing in various roles such as SEIT, Early Intervention teacher, reading specialist, and special education teacher. Trained in Orton-Gillingham and well-versed in curricula like Wilson Fundations, Eureka Math, Go Math, and Teachers College’s reading and writing, Jurga tailors her approach to meet the needs of students with speech and language disabilities, autism, ADHD, dyscalculia, and other learning challenges.

With a keen understanding of diverse learning needs, Jurga employs a range of approaches, using literacy or math games to make learning enjoyable. Her expertise lies in selecting activities that match each student’s functional level, progressing from basic to more complex skills. Jurga’s commitment to making learning fun and meaningful underscores her dedication to supporting students in their educational journey.

Masters in Special Education. Teaching credential in Multiple Subjects (General Education, Elementary K–6) and Special Education (mild–moderate disabilities). Trained in the Orton–Gillingham approach to Literacy.

David has worked for the past four years as a special education teacher in California. He just recently moved to New York! He has taught all ages of elementary students, from kindergarten to sixth grade. David specializes in teaching literacy to students with special needs, like Dyslexia, ADHD, Autism, and other learning disabilities. Success comes because David tailors his instruction to meet individual students’ needs.

David has taught full general education classrooms, but his favorite practice is teaching small groups of special needs students and individuals one-on-one. David believes that one of the key components to effective teaching is building strong relationships based on mutual trust.

Dana is a special education inclusion teacher specializing in working with students who have special learning needs, particularly those who may require executive functioning support while learning. She also supports the development of elementary school children who have academic and/or behavioral challenges. Dana is knowledgeable in executive functioning and social-emotional development, creating strategies and tools that help her students complete assignments in a timely and organized manner.

Dana also works with children who are learning English as an additional language using a play-based approach to learning. Through modeling, interactive play, hands-on activities, visual supports, and literature, she helps young children expand their vocabulary, strengthen comprehension, and build confidence using English in everyday communication.

Sophia is an enthusiastic, goal-oriented teacher, dedicated to helping your child fall in love with learning. A New York State certified teacher with a master’s in Elementary education and certification in Special Education from Relay School of Education, Sophia earned her bachelor’s degree at Wesleyan University, where she studied government. Currently a first-grade teacher for the New York Department of Education, Sophia previously taught third grade in an ICT homeroom and second-grade science at Zeta Charter Schools from 2021-2023.

Having struggled with engagement as a student, Sophia takes pride in making learning fun and exciting. She believes in a whole-child approach to learning, emphasizing that students require confidence, joy, and trust to be academically successful. Sophia is passionate about building trusting relationships with students and parents, bringing her vibrant presence from the performing arts to the classroom and tutoring sessions.

Christina is a highly experienced New York State-certified educator with almost two decades of classroom teaching experience across general education, special education, bilingual education, and visual arts. She holds a Master of Science in Education in Teacher of Students with Disabilities (Grades 1–6) from Brooklyn College, CUNY, along with a Bilingual Extension in Spanish. Christina is certified in Special Education (Grades 1–6), Childhood Education (Grades 1–6), and Bilingual Education (Spanish).

Christina’s diverse teaching background allows her to support students academically, creatively, and socially while meeting their individual needs. As a Special Education teacher, Christina collaborates closely with service providers and families to develop and implement individualized instruction aligned with each student’s IEP. She creates multi-sensory, differentiated lesson plans and is a Wilson Reading System practitioner.

Christina also supports students in math by shifting from passive memorization to real-world application. She incorporates computational thinking strategies, guiding students through decomposition, abstraction, debugging, pattern recognition, and algorithmic thinking to deepen understanding. She also integrates movement, games, and creative projects into her sessions to reduce math anxiety and build long-term engagement.

Kristen is a dedicated Special Education Teacher with over 17 years of experience in supporting diverse learners in elementary and preschool settings. Kristen earned her Bachelor of Education from C.W. Post, Long Island University, and her Master of Education from Touro College in Manhattan. Licensed in Students with Disabilities K–12, she specializes in providing individualized, data-driven instruction that empowers students to achieve academic, social, and emotional success. Throughout her career with the New York City Department of Education, Kristen has developed extensive expertise in literacy development, foundational mathematics, and differentiated instruction within small-group and SETSS environments.

Kristen is passionate about supporting neurodiverse learners and has significant experience working with students with ADD, ADHD, ASD, and emotional dysregulation. She is committed to creating inclusive, supportive learning environments where every child can thrive and reach their full potential.

Stephanie is an accomplished educator and school leader with over 10 years of experience in elementary education, instructional leadership, curriculum development, and student support. She served as a School Principal in Queens, New York, where she led a team of educators, oversaw academic programming, and drove school-wide initiatives that promoted student success and teacher development.

Stephanie holds a Master of Science in Early Childhood and Special Education from Hunter College and a Bachelor of Arts in Policy Studies and Sociology from Syracuse University. Throughout her career, she has worked as a principal, assistant principal, classroom teacher, curriculum builder, and instructional facilitator, giving her a comprehensive understanding of how students learn and thrive. She has designed and facilitated professional development programs for educators, developed curriculum resources, and coached teachers to improve instructional effectiveness and student outcomes.

Lisa is a dedicated and highly experienced Special Education Teacher with more than a decade of experience supporting diverse learners in New York City public schools. She holds a Master of Science in Education from Brooklyn College and a Master of Science in School Building Leadership from Molloy College.

Since 2015, Lisa has served as a Special Education Teacher where she develops and implements individualized educational programs, adapts instruction to meet students’ unique learning needs, and collaborates closely with families, related service providers, and multidisciplinary teams to promote student success. Her expertise includes curriculum implementation, classroom management, social-emotional learning, behavior support, and progress monitoring.