ERIC K.
Eric has been a science teacher in Stamford, CT for over seven years. Earning his bachelor’s degree in meteorology, Eric has a strong science background. In college, Eric was an Academic Resource Mentor, where he was able to sharpen his skills helping others with their homework, study skills, and time management. To this day, Eric shares his love for science with his students and recognizes that the content may be difficult to understand. He utilizes many techniques within his classroom to assure that his students can comprehend the material. With completing his master’s in science education in 2016 and his master’s in educational leadership in 2023, Eric is well equipped with up-to-date and current skills that will help a student who is in need. Eric is eager to make as many children literate in the field of science as he can.
KEVIN B.
Kevin is a veteran teacher with 24 years of experience in the classroom. In addition to his Bachelor of Science Degree in English with a minor in Elementary Education, Kevin holds Master of Science Degrees in Literacy and School Building Leadership. Throughout his career, Kevin has taught a diverse group of learners with various learning styles and academic needs in the general education setting and in the ICT setting. This has provided Kevin with experience in first, third, fourth, fifth, and sixth grade classrooms. In his current position as an Instructional Coach, Kevin supports teachers and students from Kindergarten through 8th, in which he has developed a strong understanding of ELA and math standards across the grades. In addition to classroom experience, Kevin has also been providing tutoring support for students since 2007.
Kevin has experience working with students to provide additional support for struggling students, activities to support and meet IEP goals, implementing different strategies to support reading fluency, decoding, and comprehension, as well as supporting students with executive functioning needs. He works closely with families to provide supports to fit the needs of each student through hands on and engaging activities.
Aliya R.
Aliya graduated from McGill University in May 2024, and acquired her Bachelor of Arts with a major concentration in political science and a minor in economics. While not currently enrolled in school, she is taking online business courses and plans to return to pursue an MBA.
She attended high school and Pre-University at Lower Canada College (LCC), completed and obtained her IB diploma, certificate of bilingualism and graduated with honours.
Her previous experience in tutoring includes peer tutoring through LCC for junior school students to prepare them for weekly evaluations in English, French and math. She has tutored elementary and middle school education in Math, English and science consistently for seven years, as well as high school math, and believes that with the right tools and support, every student can reach their full potential.
JANE O.
Jane’s education, teaching experience, and ability to compassionately interact with students, prepare her well to continue the teaching she loves.
After living and studying in Montevideo, Uruguay and Madrid, Spain she developed a love for language and literacy.
Jane earned her BA at Tulane University, graduating Magna Cum Laude in 2003. In 2013, Jane graduated Summa Cum Laude from Hunter College with an MA in K to 12 education, specializing in TESOL (Teaching English to Students of Other Languages). Jane taught and became certified in three states, adhering to each state’s standards.
Jane facilitated and taught seven different curricula on the road with child actors on the national tour of “Annie.”
Recently, Jane worked with private clients using micro-schooling as schools switched to remote learning, due to COVID.
In her last teaching position, she facilitated teacher training in supporting the English language learner in mainstream classes. Jane co-wrote and co-led professional development training for middle and high school classroom teachers.
Currently, Jane teaches part-time in the Edgemont School District. She is happy to have returned home, closer to her Nyack roots.
Jane is committed to supporting students who aim to strengthen their academic language and writing skills. She also often blends academic support with the coaching of task management and organization.
Jane develops confidence and independence in her students while identifying and strengthening the skills they need to succeed.