Name: Nancy Vassallo
Department and Title: Teacher, Education Dept. Secaucus
How long have you been with IH? 3 years in August
How did you get started with IH? I had recently taken the Math Praxis test to become a teacher, I was in the “Alternate Route to Teaching” program, but I had no certification. I answered an ad on Craigslist, for a math instructor with a certificate of eligibility, and it turned out to be IH. At the time I had no idea what a therapeutic community was!
What is your educational background? I have a BA in Psychology from Montclair State.
In one sentence, what are your responsibilities? To make sure that every student member without a high school diploma or GED has an opportunity to learn and perhaps receive his/her GED while here at IH.
What is your best memory at IH? I have many! One of the best was watching the inauguration of President Obama with the adolescents in their group room.
What do you think is the best thing about IH? The love and concern of everyone, not just the student members, but the staff as well. I never thought I could have so much love in me, but I realized the more love you have, the more you have to give!
What do you do for fun? I read a lot, and I belong to a book group. (I guess some people might not think that’s “fun”!)
What do you want others to know about your position/dept/program? That I want to help each and every student despite their attitudes, and despite being short-handed, and that I have high expectations for their success.
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