Ms. Ellen Bednarczyk ~Math Interventionist at Melrose


Education Background: B.A. in Elementary Education and Human Development/Family Studies from the University of Rhode Island

What Community are you from? I have grown up in Jamestown and attended Jamestown Schools. I also feel very lucky to have just bought my first house here!

Why do you want to be an educator in Jamestown? The community in Jamestown is truly special. I love being a part of a small school community where everyone knows each other and is always willing to help others.

What are you passionate about? First and foremost, I love getting to know the students I teach and developing relationships, so they feel comfortable to learn and make mistakes. I want students to know that making mistakes (especially in math) is how we grow and learn. I also love making math fun and engaging for students, by using dominoes, dice, or other hands on games and tools!

What do you hope to accomplish in your first year at JSD? I hope to help students feel more comfortable and confident with math. I love to watch students' confidence in math grow and help them gain a positive math mindset.