SJM_Super Teachers Dept_0425FINAL.qxp_Dept 4 / 17 / 25 4 : 35 PM Page 1 exceptional ability to engage students through innovative and hands - on learning experiences . Her vibrant personality E D U C A T O R S shinesthrough as she interacts with stu - dents , making learning both entertaining and educational . Carullo’s dedication to E herstudents extends beyond the class - room : She volunteers her time as a swim coach , class advisor , chaperone for school dances and events , and a mentor to mul - tiple National Honor Society students . Her 17 years of dedication to her students ’ Exceptional growth , both academically and personally , makes an impact on their lives that will be felt for years to come . Educators Esther Chen MUSIC , PARKWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL FROM PRESCHOOL TO HIGH SCHOOL , THESE 22 TEACHERS Chenhas been GO ABOVE AND BEYOND TO IMPART WISDOM , TO MOTIVATE teachinggeneral music and vocal music at CREATIVITY AND TO ADVOCATE FOR THEIR STUDENTS . ParkwayElementary Edited by Carly Murray Schoolsince 2014 . In addition to her ducation is at its best in New Jersey where it is accessible , diverse and teachingduties , she constantly expanding . However , its impact upon future generations wouldn’t runsthe ukulele and Ebepossible without the compassionate educators who inspire confidence , provide chorusclubs , has directed the fourth grade alistening ear , encourage lifelong learning and so much more . Looking back on one’s edu - musicaland has also previously co - run the cation , everyone has outstanding teachers who significantly changed their outlook on Battleof the Books Club . Chen holds a learning , advised them on new opportunities or met their adversity with empathy . That’s bachelorof music from Westminster Choir whySouth Jersey Magazine celebrates some of the many dedicated teachers who are Collegeof Rider University and a master of makinga difference both in their students ’ lives and within the community . musicand music education from Teachers College , Columbia University . She has also Mariah Carroll Frankshas built long - lasting relationships servedas assistant director at Children - PRESCHOOL , ESTELLE V . MALBERG EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER withfamilies in the community . His lead - Songof New Jersey for two seasons and In just her first year , ershipextends to developing and haslent her vocals and music arranging Carroll already shines enhancingcourses at Shawnee , such as skillsfor a variety of projects . She con - as an exceptional edu - financialliteracy and AP economics tinuesher 16 - year career teaching private cator . Her infectious classes.Franks has exemplified profes - pianolessons to beginner and interme - energy , beautiful spirit sionalgrowth , staying current with best diatestudents and volunteering her time and unwavering dedi - practicesand adapting to meet the accompanyingat her parents ’ church . cation to her students evolvingneeds of his students . His have all made a lasting dependabilityand collaborative spirit Jennifer Davis impact . She builds strong relationships inspirethose around him , fostering a cul - SPECIAL EDUCATION , WILLIAMSTOWN MIDDLE SCHOOL with families and treats every child with tureof excellence and mutual support Davis is a devoted spe - kindness , care and respect . Carroll is a true throughoutthe school . The words “ Com - cialeducation teacher learning coach , challenging students to munity , Development , Professionalism whoworks in a self - reach their full potential through engaging , andTradition ” are featured on the containedclassroom hands - on experiences . Her data - driven ShawneeSoccer patch Franks created over forstudents with mul - approach speaks volumes : Her students adecade ago . Those words define Franks tipledisabilities . On are thriving . With her passion and commit - andhis approach to being the best version anygiven day , a visit to ment , Carroll is not just teaching — she’s ofhimself each and every day . herclass reveals a mas - transforming lives . terful demonstration of the co - teaching Jennifer Carullo model.Students seamlessly transition Ryan Franks COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY , WILLIAMSTOWN HIGH SCHOOL betweensmall group activities , individual SOCIAL STUDIES , SHAWNEE HIGH SCHOOL Carullo lives and studyand group instruction , all within an Franks has high expec - breathesWilliamstown environmentthat fosters learning and tations for his students , HighSchool . Her kind - growth.With her classroom support staff , which are paired with ness , creativity and shehas worked tirelessly for 19 years to consistent support and commitmentinspire providethe accommodations and modifi - innovative teaching notonly her students , cationsnecessary to ensure each student strategies . Through his butalso fellow col - receivesthe best possible outcomes . involvement with the leaguesevery day . Knownfor her tremendous positivity , she Medford Soccer Club , Carulloconsistently demonstrates an isdescribed as a person whose warmth SOUTH JERSEY MAGAZINE volume 22 issue 1 SouthJerseyMagazine.com 18 |