TEACHERS

This is my third year at Dover Middle School. I've been teaching for over 16 years. I have a bachelor's degree in K-8 education and am certified in bilingual education and ESL. At Dover Middle School, I teach both 7th and 8th grade. In my career, I have taught all the grades from 1st to 8th. I am also an advisor of the Chess Club. I enjoy spending my free time with my grandsons and have a passion for math!

I have taught 8th-grade mathematics at Dover Middle School since September 2020. Before Dover, I taught 6th and 7th grade math at Garfield Middle School for three years. I earned my BA in graphic design from Montclair State University. Afterwards, I became certified in Elementary Education with a Concentration in Mathematics from William Paterson in 2014. Outside of work, I love going to Broadway shows and traveling to different places with my husband. 

I have a bachelor's degree in psychology from Montclair State University and a master's degree in teaching from Monmouth University. For the past 15 years, I’ve been teaching math to 7th and 8th graders in Dover, and I’m passionate about helping my students build strong mathematical foundations. Outside the classroom, I’m a huge sports fan and love collecting sports memorabilia. Traveling is another passion of mine, and I enjoy exploring new places with my wife, Sabrina, and our daughter, Maddalena. As Albert Einstein once said, "Pure mathematics is, in its way, the poetry of logical ideas."

I have been teaching mathematics at Dover Middle School since 2014.  Prior to teaching at DMS, I taught for 6 years at Bloomfield Middle School.  Combined, I have over 15 years of experience teaching middle school math.  I have a BA in Elementary Education, Middle School Math Specialization, Math Minor, and a BA in Psychology from William Paterson University.  I also have an MA in Educational Leadership from Thomas Edison State University.  Outside of school, I often go camping with my wife, son, and mini Aussiedoodles.

"If people do not believe that mathematics is simple, it is only because they do not realize how complicated life is."  John von Neumann

This is my ninth year of teaching at Dover Middle School. I graduated from Fairleigh Dickinson University in Madison, New Jersey, with a Bachelor's and Master's degree in Education. I have always known I wanted to be a teacher, and I discovered my love for math during my college years. During my school years, math was not my favorite subject; however, I had one professor who changed my outlook. It is my goal every year to be that teacher for our students. I love helping students realize that math doesn't have to be scary and can be enjoyable with a different approach. I always want to help our students succeed, and I am available after school for extra help in room 120. 

I have been teaching 7th-grade mathematics at Dover Middle School for fifteen years. I graduated from the University of Delaware with a Bachelor of Science in Education and am additionally highly qualified in middle school mathematics. I also received my Master’s Degree in Education from The College of New Jersey. Outside of the classroom, I coach middle school Spring Track, coordinate the 8th Grade Moving Up Ceremony, and the 7th grade field trip each year.

I live locally, in Lake Hopatcong, with my husband, daughter, and son.

I have been teaching at Dover Middle School since 2008 and have had the pleasure of teaching both Math 8 and Algebra I. I earned my Bachelor's degree in Education from the University of Delaware in 2007 and my Master's degree from TCNJ in 2018. 

I live locally, in Randolph, with my husband, daughter, and son. 

I have 17 years of experience teaching middle school math and 7 years with special education math, first in Paterson, NJ, and this is my fourth year at Dover Middle School. Before teaching, I spent 21 years as an Environmental Consultant. I have an MS in Environmental Science from NJIT and a BS in Fisheries Management from Cook College (Rutgers University). 

I am married and have four children and one grandchild.

Math has always been my passion, and I believe it's a subject that's not just about numbers and equations but also about problem-solving, critical thinking, and understanding the world around us. I earned my Bachelor's degree in Mathematics Education from SUNY at New Paltz and have been teaching middle school math for 20 years. My goal is to create a classroom where every student feels comfortable asking questions, exploring ideas, and building confidence in their mathematical abilities. 

Outside of school, I enjoy spending time with my family, hiking, and gardening.

I have been teaching in Dover for the past three years. In 2019, I graduated from Rutgers University with a Bachelor's Degree in Business Analytics and Information Technology. I later received a Master's Degree in Elementary Education with a concentration in Middle School Mathematics. I currently teach 8th-grade Mathematics. It is a privilege to help students strengthen their skills before moving on to high school and beyond!

Alongside Ms. Venezia, I am the advisor of the Yearbook Club and ROAR Award facilitator.