Work Experience: 

For the past 13 years, I have been working in education as a special education teacher in the high school setting.  Throughout this time, I taught in Glen Rock High School from 2009 to 2018 where I was also the Anti-Bullying Specialist, Head Baseball Coach, and Assistant Football Coach.  While in Glen Rock, I was also involved with many committees including Professional Development, School Improvement and School Climate.  From 2018 through 2022, I was teaching special education in Pascack Valley High School located in Hillsdale, NJ.   There, I was a co-creator of a mentorship program involving special education students, member of the I&RS team and School Climate/Attendance Committees.  While serving as a teacher in Pascack Valley, I was able to attend and graduate with a Masters Degree in Educational Leadership from Montclair State University.

Philosophy:

Educate the whole child by providing a safe and effective environment where all students can thrive regardless of background or ability. Each student has unique abilities which provide opportunities to flourish. As educators, our job is to inspire each student to commit to themselves providing the support and resources needed for individual growth and success.   

Who Am I: 

I was born and raised in New Milford, NJ where I attended and graduated from New Milford High School.  Growing up, I developed a passion for athletics playing football, basketball and baseball throughout my high school career.  After graduating high school, I attended William Paterson University where I majored in Elementary Education, Special Education and History. While in college I was lucky enough to meet my future wife, Lauren, who is also in education teaching Language Arts in the middle school setting.  After getting married, my wife and I moved into White Meadow Lake located in Rockaway Township where we are raising my two daughters Avery who is 7 and Sophia who is 4.  As a family we love to go swimming in the lake, hiking, traveling, and playing sports.  I am very excited to become a member of the Roxbury family and look forward to working with the amazing staff, students and community. 

Work Experience:

The 2024-2025 school year will be my 14th year in education. I began my career in education in New York City, and I have taught all levels of high school physics throughout Central and Northern New Jersey prior to moving to California. In California, I taught physics and served as an Athletic Director at Oakland International High School. I am currently entering my 6th year as a building administrator. I served as a Vice Principal at Montgomery High School in Santa Rosa, CA, and most recently as a Vice Principal at Abraham Clark High School in Roselle, NJ. I am excited to be working at Roxbury High School this upcoming year! 

Philosophy:

I prioritize socioemotional learning alongside academic achievement. I strive to create a supportive environment for all stakeholders that values empathy, resilience, and self-awareness. I believe strong connections built on trust and respect are essential for effective teaching and learning. By meeting students’ diverse needs, I aim to foster a learning environment where every student feels understood and empowered. 

Who I Am:

Growing up on a farm in Somerset County, NJ, I have always loved working with animals and the outdoors. I graduated from Somerville High School and stayed local for college receiving two undergraduate degrees from Rowan University and a graduate degree from Seton Hall University. When I’m working, I’m often out hiking or training my dog in scentwork.