Joanna

Joanna

Elementary, Special Education and Reading Specialist

Biography

My name is Johanna (Joey) and teaching is my passion! Working with children has always been something that brings me joy. In the beginning of my career, I fulfilled a teaching certification in Special Education and a Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership and taught as a Learning Support teacher in a general education middle school setting. After a break from the field to stay home to raise my own children, I have recently returned as a reading support teacher in an elementary school. My experience has been broad in all educational settings as well as with different student populations.

Why I teach?

I believe every child deserves to learn and aim to help them find their full academic potential!

Fun Facts

  • I have twin 14 y/o boys and a 16 y/o daughter
  • I have two cats
  • I love all Philly sports
  • I love the show Wheel of Fortune
  • My kids play a total of seven sports!
Katie

Katie

Elementary and Reading Specialist

Biography

Hi! My name is Katie. I live in Wayne and have two children, a daughter in 10th grade and a son in 8th grade. I attended Penn State University where I obtained my Elementary Education degree and obtained my Masters in Reading at Gwynedd Mercy College. I taught 3rd grade for one year and 5th grade for six years. Once I had my children, I began private tutoring in reading. I also taught a supplemental kindergarten program for those attending half day kindergarten. My family and I love to go to Vermont and we love to travel! We have two dogs that love to play and get exercise.
I have always known I wanted to teach. Growing up, I loved baby sitting and spending time with children. My love for reading has prompted me to work with children to develop this skill, and also to encourage the enjoyment of reading in the process. I am always downloading new books on my kindle and reading is definitely my number one hobby!
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Kelly

Elementary and Middle School Specialist

Biography

My name is Kelly.  I have lived in Berwyn my entire life.  I attended Beaumont Elementary School, Tredyffrin-Easttown Middle School, and Conestoga High School.  In 2014, I graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in elementary education from West Chester University.  Currently, I am pursuing a master’s degree in special education at West Chester University.  I teach second grade at Daroff Charter School and Kindergarten at Episcopal Academy.  My areas of teaching are math, science, English, and social studies.  I coach high school soccer at Malvern Prep and basketball at Saint Norbert’s School.  I have also served as a substitute teacher, teaching assistant, and high school coach at other area public and private schools.

Why I teach?

All of my experiences have been part of fulfilling my dream of working as elementary school teacher.  I am very committed to working with children and helping them reach their highest possible achievements.

Fun Facts

  • I enjoy going to the beach.
  • I love animals.
  • Someday, I want five kids of my own.
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Lisbeth

 

Spanish, Elementary Education and Middle School

Biography

My name is Lisbeth. I am a recent grad from Bryn Mawr college. I am originally from New York City, born and raised in Brooklyn! I majored in education during my time in undergrad and am currently pursuing a higher education.

Why I teach?

I enjoy working with students and being apart of a community that strives to ensure all students have an equal access to education.

Fun facts  

  • I enjoy astrology
  • I love crotchet, if I have any free time I'm definitely crocheting!
  • Favorite place I’ve traveled: Madrid, Spain
Sydney

Sydney

Elementary Specialist

Biography

My name is Sydney. In 2023 I graduated from West Chester University with a B.S. in Early Childhood Education. Since graduating college I have been teaching in a district near home. Prior to college I attended the TE School District in which my past teachers shaped my desires to want to be a teacher. I aim
to be a teacher in which all students want to come to school everyday, and they feel loved and appreciated while there. Any of my students would tell you that we have a Classroom Family in which they all feel loved by not only me, but their peers as well.
I believe students strive on creativity, and group work. Outside of the curriculum I love to see students bring what we are learning to life, and this can be shown through writing, projects, artwork, and so much more!!
I still reside in the TE district with my parents, brothers, 2 dogs, and 2 cats. Although teaching takes up a lot of my time, I love to remember I am still a human being. In my free time I love playing games with my family, watching shows with my mom, hanging out with my friends, and like many people- scrolling on TikTok!
I look forward to meeting all the families that AM tutoring brings, and I am eager to help more students outside my school!