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My philosophy of teaching consists of creating a stimulating learning environment that asks the students to think for themselves. I\u00a0urge students\u00a0to demonstrate self-respect by creating\u00a0work that is the best they can do and to continually improve the variety of skills needed to become a mature thinker, reader, and writer. I strive to be as supportive as\u00a0my students\u00a0need me to be.<\/p>\n

Contact Info
\n<\/strong>908-713-4199 x 4503
\n<\/em>lsimpson@nhvweb.net<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Teacher Biography <\/strong><\/p>\n

I live in\u00a0the area\u00a0with my husband John and our daughter Shannon. John is a North alumnus and former North teacher and soccer coach. He is currently an assistant principal at Voorhees High School. Shannon is in seventh grade and loves softball, theater, dancing, and tumbling. Some of my favorite activities include volleyball, softball, tennis, kayaking, hiking, and biking. I am a voracious reader of all genres; as of this writing, I am reading City of Thieves<\/em> by David Benioff.\u00a0Game of Thrones,\u00a0Better\u00a0Call\u00a0Saul, <\/em>and\u00a0Top\u00a0Chef<\/em> are my must-watch tv shows.<\/p>\n

This summer was a mix of some travel, adventure, play, and work. In June, we took a wonderful family trip to Canada to see Niagara Falls, a first for all three of us. We sent Shannon to her first sleep-away camp in the Adirondacks<\/a>, which John and I parleyed into a rare getaway at the charming Big Moose Inn.<\/a>\u00a0We kayaked, mountain-biked, hiked and had some delicious meals. The month of July can be summed up with one word: softball; Shannon played, John coached, and I cheered. I went stand-up paddleboarding for the first time, which is much less intimidating than I thought it would be! I recommend checking out Mauknalu<\/a> at the\u00a0Shawnee Inn on the Delaware<\/a>. Fran is an excellent teacher and guide! Because of work, we had to sideline a trip planned to Acadia National Park but will definitely visit next summer. I also spent a lot of time working as the project manager for the Room 110 Classroom Redesign Project<\/a> and rethinking my lesson plans to see how I can adjust my instruction to maximize our new learning space.<\/p>\n

I love being a part of the North community. I have had the pleasure of working with many interesting, thoughtful, and\u00a0entertaining kids. I have met and come to know so many supportive parents who appreciate my efforts to nurture their children.\u00a0 My colleagues are\u00a0outstanding teachers, mentors, and friends. These\u00a0relationships are what I love most about teaching at North. In addition, this school creates an incredibly rich and diverse learning culture, and it never fails to spotlight and celebrate the extraordinary accomplishments of its students.!<\/p>\n

A native Paramus, New Jersey Spartan, I studied at Stockton University and Caldwell University, and I\u00a0worked and paid my way\u00a0through school. \u00a0Inspired by\u00a0one of my\u00a0high school English\u00a0teachers, Ms. Ruby Bishar, I\u00a0entered college\u00a0with\u00a0the\u00a0purpose of becoming a teacher, but my shy nature and fear of public speaking delayed my pursuit of what I believe is my true calling. Though I completed my undergraduate degree in English Literature, I spent ten years\u00a0working as a bond analyst of mortgage-backed securities in New York City.\u00a0\u00a0In 2006, I returned to graduate school to earn my secondary English teaching certification and am currently working on my Master of Arts in literacy.<\/p>\n

This is my thirteenth year teaching English at North, and I am constantly working to improve my teaching practice, always seeking innovative and effective ways to help my students grow and reach their goals. Teaching is my labor of love, and I love my students.<\/p>\n

Thank you for\u00a0taking the time to read this and learn more about me. I look forward to getting to know you this year.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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