Testimonials
We have worked with Jaime since our school opened in 2009. She has been a steadying influence on our school, helping to craft rigorous and engaging standards based units of study, supporting us as we have created assessment protocols and policies, working with teachers to plan for literacy intervention instruction, and helping us build rich collections of resources -- all the while helping teachers to implement best practice for student engagement, joy and success. Teachers appreciate the support she provides through planning time, lab sites, and her accessibility via email when she is not at school. As an administrator, I appreciate her insights and how she challenges me to be a continuous learner. Credit for our strong, consistent state test scores is due, in part, to Jaime's work with us. More importantly, I thank her for helping us keep authentic learning at the forefront of all we do.
- Terri Ruyter, Principal, NYCDOE, PS/IS 276 The Battery Park City School
I consider myself extraordinarily lucky to be able to work with Jaime. She is an incredible teacher, coach, thinking partner, and overall inspiring person. I look forward to her visits so much that I selfishly wish she was with us all the time! I am frequently overwhelmed with my responsibilities as a lifelong learner in literacy instruction. Jaime has assisted me in honing my efforts to one or two areas; therefore, making the process both more manageable and more meaningful. Jaime's visits are always focused, relevant, and thoughtful. She constantly shares resources, research, and literature to address my goals and concerns. As a person dedicated to education and growth, Jaime stays in touch with leading voices in the reading world, constantly learning new things herself and sharing that knowledge with others. Whether it be one-on-one meetings, small group instruction, or reading conference models, I am immeasurably grateful for the time and effort she puts into working with me and my students."
- Mollie Noel, 5th Grade Teacher & Reading Interventionist
I consider myself extraordinarily lucky to be able to work with Jaime. She is an incredible teacher, coach, thinking partner, and overall inspiring person. I look forward to her visits so much that I selfishly wish she was with us all the time! I am frequently overwhelmed with my responsibilities as a lifelong learner in literacy instruction. Jaime has assisted me in honing my efforts to one or two areas; therefore, making the process both more manageable and more meaningful. Jaime's visits are always focused, relevant, and thoughtful. She constantly shares resources, research, and literature to address my goals and concerns. As a person dedicated to education and growth, Jaime stays in touch with leading voices in the reading world, constantly learning new things herself and sharing that knowledge with others. Whether it be one-on-one meetings, small group instruction, or reading conference models, I am immeasurably grateful for the time and effort she puts into working with me and my students.
- Mollie Noel, 5th Grade Teacher & Reading Interventionist
Jaime is one of the most effective consultants I've ever worked with. She uses her deep knowledge of content and standards to effortlessly support teachers and school leaders through tailored professional learning plans. Beyond that, she is a pleasure to work with and brings a sense of humor and warmth to every school environment.
- Jenny Koons, Education Consultant
It has been a true pleasure to work with Jaime. She has offered sound advice and practical guidance to my teachers as we've worked to successfully build a strong literacy program in our lower school division. Our work in Social Studies is considered and integrated into our literacy work and Jaime is responsive to the emergent approach of our progressive school. She makes herself readily available to answer questions, share resources, and coach, even when not on site. I value Jaime's knowledge and appreciate her perspective. She helps to keep me current in the area of literacy and always has the latest book to recommend! We all look forward to our visits with Jaime and only wish they were more frequent as I know she has so much more to share!
- Tara Mastin, Head of Lower School, Williamsburg Northside School