Mrs. Susan Ciccotelli

I received my bachelor's degree in Elementary Education from West Chester University in Pennsylvania.  I earned
my master's degree in School Business Administration from Rutgers University.  I taught Grades 3-6 as a homeroom teacher and taught basic skills to students grades two and three.  After teaching for thirteen years I moved onto administration where I served as an assistant principal for three years at an elementary school.

As a school leader, I strive to create positive parent and teacher relations as well as fostering a child-centered community.  It is my personal commitment to do my best to oversee that each child is stimulated, challenged, and provided with a safe and cultivating experience.

Mrs. Janice Shingledecker    
 

Guidance Counselor

Mr. Doug Stech

I have a master's degree in counselor education from the University of Virginia, specializing in school counseling. 
I have worked with students of all ages, but have a special place in my heart for the energy of elementary school students!  In my free time, I am a volunteer for Comfort Zone Camp, a grief counseling camp for children.  My favorite things to do for fun are spending time with my wife and friends, traveling, watching movies, exercising
and reading.  I look forward to a great year with the students, staff and families of Woodmont!

 
 

  Kindergarten

 
  Mrs. Debi Jarvie
 
 
Debi Jarvie has been teaching in the Montville Public Schools since the fall of 1988.  She is dedicated to the
motivation of her students. Debi believes children should be taught to love learning and exhibit self-motivation
through praise and guidance.  Organization, effort and pride are the cornerstones of her very busy classroom.  
The fundamentals of the reading process are stressed every moment of every day.
   
 

Mrs. Candace Santiago
 

I am a graduate of Bloomsburg University in Pennsylvania with a degree in Early Childhood Education. Since
starting to teach in Montville I've worked at both Valley View and Woodmont as a kindergarten teacher.

I am the proud mother of twin girls who are starting kindergarten this year.  It will be interesting to experience kindergarten from two perspectives.
 
 

Mrs. Bernice Siano  
 
 
 I am a graduate of Jersey City State College with a degree in early childhood/general elementary education.  I
began my teaching career in Montville as a Basic Skills instructor for children in grades kindergarten through eight.  As a classroom teacher I have had the opportunity to teach kindergarten, first and second grades.  Kindergartners
are a very special group of children and I tremendously enjoy watching them grow socially and academically throughout the year.

First Grade

 
 
 Ms. Jennifer Kelly

 
  I began my teaching career in 1996.  I have taught at Woodmont for six years.  I received a B.S. in elementary education from Green Mountain College in Vermont.  I have my Masters Degree in Early Childhood Education
from Long Island University.  I enjoy traveling and going to Yankee games.  I love teaching at Woodmont!

Ms. Carolyn Schmidt
 
 

I'm a graduate of William Paterson University and I'm so excited to be a new addition to Woodmont.  I have my certificate in Elementary Education and I did my student teaching in Jen Kelly's first grade class at Woodmont.  
I also had the chance to be a personal aide in Mike Reinknecht's LLD class.  I look forward to a great year. 

Second Grade  

 
 
Miss Rebecca Gerson
in progress

Mrs. Maureen Shoemaker
 
 
  My very first teaching experience was when I student taught at Woodmont.  Mr. Lazar was the principal at that
time and he hired me the following year.  Since then I have taught at Valley View and Hilldale in the second
through sixth grades.  About ten years ago, I was very pleased to return to my favorite school, Woodmont.  
I have been very happy to teach my favorite students, second graders, since my return.  I just love their
enthusiasm and toothless smiles!

When I'm not teaching, I work as MEDLC co-director and take graduate courses.  Other activities I enjoy are traveling, reading, and cooking.  My husband, son, and daughter are all enjoying the recent addition to our family,
our collie, Shane.  He causes lots of trouble, but he is really adorable! 

   
 
  Miss Paula Springer
 
 
  I have a B.A. degree and am a graduate of Upsala College. I hold a dual degree in Sociology and Elementary Education grades K - 8. I taught grades 2, 3, 4, and 5 in Montville Township. I teach 2nd grade at Woodmont.

   I live in Wayne, NJ and enjoy many different activities. You can often find me working out at the gym. I love the beach and often visit my family in San Diego. I love to read and visit New York, especially the theater district - classical music is a favorite. I love to teach and the children are the best part of the day.

  I have been teaching in Montville for 30 years and has been a teacher at Woodmont for 28 Years.   I enjoy working with the younger children and enjoyed having them involved in planting the gardens at Woodmont School.  I am also co-advisor of the Woodmont Student Council.

Ms. Laura Catalano 
 
 I am a graduate of Seton Hall University with a BA in Psychology and Elementary Certification from William Paterson University.  I am currently attending William Paterson to complete a Masters of Teaching in Elementary Education.

I previously worked at Valley View Elementary School as a Basic Skills instructor for grades 1-5 teaching both reading and math.  I have a strong reading background in both elementary and middle schools.

I am married with two young daughters and work as a volunteer for their various activities.  I also enjoy exercising, cooking and eating great food!

I am excited about joining the Woodmont family and aim to meet the individual learning needs of my students in second grade.
 

Mrs. Tina Janis

 
  This is my third year at Woodmont teaching third grade and I love it!.  I have previously taught in Rochester,
New York where I was a first grade teacher.  I graduated from SUNY Geneseo with degrees in Elementary and
Special Education.

I now live in Oak Ridge with my husband and new son, John.  In my free time I enjoy spending time with my
family, entertaining at our new house, reading, and shopping!  I am looking forward to another fabulous year
at Woodmont!

Mr. Dean Marra
 

I currently teach 3rd grade @ Woodmont Elementary School located in scenic Pinebrook, NJ.  You can oftem find
me learning along with my students in an active classroom full of fun and challenges.

I am also a pround parent of two adorable children who are by my side all of the time.  You can tell by the smiles
on their facts that I keep them as equally happy as my students

I enjoy playing chess, jamming along on his drums, and drinking a nice cup of yummy delicious coffee.
   
 
 

Fourth Grade

Mrs. Lisa Lazzara
 
 
I have been teaching in the Montville school district since 1997.  I spent three years at Lazar Middle School
before coming to Woodmont.  My bachelor's degree is in Elementary Education, and my master's degree is in
Special Education.  I recently completed my second master's degree in Administration and Supervision from
Montclair State University.

My husband and I reside in Roxbury.  We are the proud parents of three year old twins, Samantha and
Christopher.  When I'm not teaching, I enjoy spending time with my family, shopping and eating.  I love being
a teacher - especially at Woodmont.

"A teacher affects eternity; he can never tell where his influence stops."

 

   
  Mr. Brian Quinn
  In progress

Mrs. Cherylyn Torrisi
   

This is my tenth year teaching fourth grade at Woodmont School.  I earned an undergraduate degree in Business
and Finance from Marist College, and hold a Master's Degree in Elementary Education from Fairleigh Dickinson University.  In addition, I am certified in Special Education.

I reside in Pequannock with my husband and my son, Ryan, who is 6 1/2 months old.  In my free time I enjoy
spending time with my family and friends, traveling, exercising, and shopping.
 

Fifth Grade
 

Mrs. Stacey Maciorski
In Progess 
 
 

  Mrs. Winnie Wess

 

  I am very proud to say that this is my sixteenth year in the school district!  I have a bachelor degree in Elementary Education and a master degree in Educational Administration.  I have taught grades 5 through 8 and have taught computers for K through 5.  Educational technology is my specialty.  This is my third year teaching grade 5 at Woodmont School!
 
 
 

Mrs. Rosemary Bell
  

I'm very happy to be teaching my third year in fifth grade here at Woodmont.  I joined this wonderfully diverse
school community four years ago as a student teacher after completing my teaching certification in Elementary
and Special Education at the College of St. Elizabeth.  I am also a graduate of William Paterson University.

My husband Ian and I have a wonderful daughter, Sara, a college student.  I'm looking forward to a great
new school year.
 

Additional Teachers

 

Mrs. Maria Aiello

Maria Aiello is a Resource Center teacher at Woodmont School.  She is certified in Special Education and regular education.  She also has a Masters in Reading.    She has been teaching for 10 years.  She enjoys working with children in the Resource Room.
 

Miss Margaret Beatty

 
  I am excited to share that this is my third year at Woodmont! 

I hold a dual Bachelor of Science degree in SpecJanis this year.  This will be an exciting year for me as I embark on a new teaching experience and begin work on my master's degree in Learning Disabilities at William Paterson University.  I will also team up once again with Mr. Reinknecht to co-direct Woodmont Theatre's 4th annual production.  I am very proud to be part of Woodmont's team!

Pattiann Belas Olivieri
in progress

Vicki Bruce
In progess

 

Lauren Boninfante

Lauren comes to Montville from a little town in central Pennsylvania.  She graduated from Gettysburg College
with a degree in Elementary Education and Spanish in 2004.  She spent a semester abroad in Seville, Spain in 2002.  She is very enthusiastic to be in Montville because she will be able to combine her two passions by teaching
young children the Spanish language and cultures.

Ms Deena Cappola
in progress

Mrs. Erica Cerilli-Levine
  in progress

Olesya Denisova
in Progress
 

Mrs. Barbara Fried
 

I am a speech language specialist in Woodmont School and have taught in the Montville School District since 1982. I  work with children in grades K-5 who present with articulation, voice, fluency, or language difficulties.  It is very rewarding to see how much progress each student achieves during the school year.
It is an honor for me to serve as the Vice President of the Morris County Speech and Language Association.

I live with my husband in Parsippany.  I have three sons and three daughters-in-law.  In In my spare time, it is fun to travel in the United States and Europe exercise with Curves, read, shop, and of course spend hours with my two granddaughters, Ella and Jade.

Mrs. Barbara Kaufman
 
  I teach Resource Center. Before receiving my Certificate of the Handicapped, I taught third and fourth grades in Montville, New York City, and Long Island.   

I am married with two daughters who went through the Montville School system and were students at Woodmont School.  The Kaufman family has lived in Pine Brook for the past 28 years.
 
I enjoy traveling and have visited the Middle East, Europe, Canada, Mexico, Tahiti, the Caribbean, as well as many states in the east, west, and southwest.  Reading is also a favorite past-time.

Mrs. Nancy Marion
Greetings from the Art Room!
   
  I have a B.A. in Art and a minor in Education from Carlow College in Pittsburgh. I also have a Masters Degree in Fine Arts Education from Kean University. I am certified to teach art, grades K through 12 and also have a Supervisors Certificate. I live in Livingston with my husband Ken and daughters Sarah (a second grade teacher
in Scotch Plains) and Emily ( a sophomore at Penn State).  We have a teacup chihuahua named Junior.  I started teaching in East Orange in 1973 and have been employed in Montville since 1989.
 

Sue McKenzie
in progress


Mrs. Elise Miller
in progress

 

 Ms. Elena Panagos
in progress


Mr. Michael Reinknecht  
 
I am currently enjoying my sixth year in Woodmont School as a teacher of the 4th/5th self-contained LLD class.
 I live in East Hanover with my wife Wendy, my seven year old son Christopher, my five year old daughter Casey,
and black Lab, Buster.  I love to cook (and eat), read, and spend time in the yard.  Woodmont is the BEST place
 to work, and I have the greatest job, co-workers, and students in the world.
"Today is a gift - that's why they call it the present."
 

Iris Reisberg

  I am the Educational Media Specialist here at Woodmont School. I taught in the New York Public Schools for ten years before my two wonderful children were born.  I have a master's degree in Reading and completed my Media Specialist certification at Montclair State University.  Eleven years ago I found my true calling as a Media
Specialist.  This position has all my loves rolled into one package:  BOOKS; CHILDREN; COMPUTERS;
and TEACHING.  WOW! I love being a Media Specialist!!!   Every year I look forward to sharing my love
of reading with my students.
 

Mrs. Claire Rutkowitz
Mrs. Rutkowitz, a graduate of Montville High School, received her Bachelor of Music and certification in violin performance from Montclair State University.  
Mrs. Rutkowitz is the 3rd grade strings and K-3 vocal music teacher here at Woodmont.  In addition, she teaches the strings program at William Mason School.
Mrs. Rutkowitz grew up in Towaco and truly enjoys being back in the district.  She is proud to return to the school system that inspired her to be an educator.
 

Kelly Shenton
in progress

Jeanne Walsh

This is my fifth year as a member of Woodmont's Basic Skills team.  My elementary education B.A. and reading specialist M.A. from Kean University, along with varied teaching experiences on the East coast, have allowed me to acquire several instructional skill sets with which to meet the diversified needs of our basic skills students.  Each year
 I look forward to meeting new students and embarking on our learning adventure together!