About D-E

Employment

The members of the Dwight-Englewood School faculty and staff community are a lively, engaged group of exceptional individuals who passionately believe in "meeting the challenges of a changing world" and are committed to "mak(ing) it better." 

To learn more about being a member of our community, scroll down and click on "current openings."

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  • Teaching at D-E


    • Faculty/Student Ratio is 1:9
    • Class Size: Average class size is 16. In all three divisions (Lower, Middle & Upper Schools), classes rarely exceed 18 students. 
    • Class load: Middle and Upper School teachers generally teach 18 50-minute periods per week, the equivalent of four-and-a-half courses. 
    • There is a strong teacher voice in curriculum planning, leading to many opportunities for cross-disciplinary teaching.

  • Support for Faculty

    • Funds for professional development and advanced education are available. 
    • A student-support team of trained professionals to which faculty may turn when they have concerns about the achievement or behavior of students in their classes. 
    • A program of faculty supervision whose specific focus is on professional growth. 
    • Opportunities for close interaction with other teachers. This includes specific programs in which faculty are organized in teams, as well as informal networks in which the faculty work together.

  • Salaries

    D-E Administration and the Board of Trustees are committed to a competitive salary schedule. Faculty new to the school are placed on a salary step commensurate with their teaching experience and educational background.

  • Benefits

    Dwight-Englewood's benefit package is competitive with other independent schools and provides the following:
    • Health benefits: comprehensive medical & dental coverage, wellness program, and fitness center. 
    • Financial Planning: TIAA/CREF 403(b) retirement plan, flexible spending accounts, tuition assistance, and professional development funds. 
    • Income protection: workers' compensation, disability benefits, life insurance, and Accidental Death and Dismemberment. 

Welcome to Our New Faculty and Staff!

Dwight-Englewood is excited to announce our newest faculty and staff members for the 2026-2027 academic year! Learn more about each of them below.

Ayo Adebowale – Upper School Psychologist

Ayo joins Dwight-Englewood School as the Upper School Psychologist, bringing a strong foundation in school psychology and a passion for supporting students’ social-emotional well-being. Ayo recently earned a Psy.D. in School Psychology from Rutgers University after completing a B.A. in Psychology at Hunter College. Previous experience includes serving as a Crisis Counselor in the New Providence School District and as a Mental Health Clinician in the Piscataway School District. Areas of expertise include crisis intervention, counseling, anxiety, executive functioning, and partnering with students, families, and educators to help students thrive. Excited to join Dwight-Englewood’s welcoming and collaborative community, Ayo looks forward to building meaningful relationships that support student success. Outside of work, Ayo enjoys cooking, working out, and trying new recipes.

Caliyah Banks – HR Coordinator

Caliyah joins Dwight-Englewood School as the Human Resources Coordinator, bringing a background in higher education, student affairs, operations, and organizational support. She earned her Master of Business Administration from Rider University, where she also studied Management & Leadership and Entrepreneurial Studies. Caliyah is passionate about building connections, creating supportive environments, and contributing to a positive employee experience. She is excited to bring her collaborative and creative approach to D-E while contributing to meaningful work that supports the School community. Outside of work, Caliyah enjoys music, traveling with family and friends, and collecting ceramic elephants from the places she visits.

Lisa Borten – MS/US Librarian

Lisa joins Dwight-Englewood as the MS/US Librarian, bringing more than a decade of experience working with young adults. Since 2015, she has worked at organizations including the Brooklyn Public Library, the Spence School, and the Ramaz School. She especially enjoys working with middle school students. Lisa earned her B.A. in English from Brandeis University and her MLIS from St. John’s University. Passionate about building community and getting students excited about reading, she is looking forward to working with D-E’s intellectually engaged and diverse community of learners. Outside of the library, Lisa has two cats named Annie and Hallie and, yes, the Parent Trap reference is intentional!

Rosie Bruce – Middle School Social Studies Teacher

Rosie joins Dwight-Englewood School as a Middle School Social Studies teacher, bringing 10 years of experience teaching History and English in both public and private schools, with an emphasis on U.S. History and constitutional law. Currently serving as a National History Academy Teaching Fellow, Rosie holds a Bachelor of Arts in History, Political Science, and German from the University of Pittsburgh, a Master of Science in Education and a Certificate in Project-Based Learning from the University of Pennsylvania, and a Principal Certification from Holy Family University. Rosie is excited to join the seventh-grade team and create engaging, project-based learning experiences that inspire curiosity and critical thinking. Outside of the classroom, Rosie enjoys traveling with family and recently attended the Eurovision Song Contest in her family’s hometown of Basel, Switzerland, alongside her husband and two young sons.

Julie Choi – Upper School Principal

Julie joins Dwight-Englewood School as the Upper School Principal, bringing more than 25 years of experience in education and student-centered leadership. Before joining D-E, Julie served in Upper School leadership at Riverdale Country School, partnering closely with students, faculty, and families to strengthen school culture and foster an inclusive learning environment. Throughout a career as a teacher, advisor, dean, and administrator, Julie has focused on student leadership, restorative practices, faculty collaboration, and experiential learning. Julie earned a Bachelor of Arts in East Asian Studies from Brown University. She is especially passionate about global education, leading experiences ranging from exchanges in Japan to service learning in New Orleans, social justice initiatives in Alabama, and robotics education in Zimbabwe. Julie is excited to become part of a community that values both academic excellence and meaningful relationships while helping every student feel challenged, supported, and inspired. Outside of school, Julie enjoys traveling and loves to eat.

Angela De Pinto – Business Assistant to the CFO

Angela joins Dwight-Englewood School as the Business Assistant to the CFO, bringing 25 years of experience in the banking industry, including 10 years as a Deposit Operations Manager. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Finance, graduating Magna Cum Laude. With extensive expertise in the banking industry, Angela brings a strong background in financial operations and business administration to her new role. She is excited to join the D-E family and looks forward to getting to know the staff and students throughout the community. Outside of work, Angela enjoys staying active and working out.

John Ehrenberg – Director of Technical Theatre, Production, and Venues

John joins Dwight-Englewood School as the Director of Technical Theatre, Production, and Venues, bringing a career-long passion for educational theatre, production management, and student mentorship. Throughout a distinguished career, John has served as Technical Director and Scenic Designer at Fairleigh Dickinson University; held the roles of Scenic and Lighting Designer and Senior Theater Technician at Bergen Community College; and has contributed to numerous middle and high school productions. John holds a Master’s degree in Stage Management and Production Management and a BFA in Design and Technical Theatre from Montclair State University. He is also Core and Professional Certified in Vectorworks, an industry-leading entertainment design software. Having designed scenery, lighting, props, and managed facilities for more than 400 productions, John is excited to help students discover the creativity, collaboration, and joy of theatre while developing skills that extend beyond the stage. Outside of work, John enjoys drawing, photography, gardening, spending time with family, maintaining a 100-year-old home, and planning his next cruise adventure.

Callie Gallo – Upper School English Teacher

Callie joins Dwight-Englewood School as an Upper School English Teacher, bringing a unique blend of experience in media, higher education, and independent schools. Before entering the classroom, Callie worked in the Standards and Practices division at CBS before teaching composition and upper-level English courses at Fordham University while earning a Ph.D. Most recently, Callie spent eight years teaching Upper School English at the Marymount School of New York. Callie holds a B.A. in English from the University of Richmond, an M.A. in British and American Literature from Hunter College, and a Ph.D. in English from Fordham University. She also taught English in Spain following college. Areas of specialization include nineteenth- and early twentieth-century American literature, British Modernism, and Media Ecology, with published scholarship on Edgar Allan Poe and James Joyce. Excited to join Dwight-Englewood’s vibrant community, Callie looks forward to teaching and learning alongside a diverse group of students and colleagues. Outside of school, Callie enjoys karaoke and previously performed in a collegiate a cappella group.

Martha Tesfaye Gizaw – Director of Annual Giving

Martha joins Dwight-Englewood School as the Director of Annual Giving, bringing more than a decade of fundraising experience in the education nonprofit sector and a professional background as an attorney. Prior to joining D-E, Martha held fundraising roles at Teach For America and Reading Partners and most recently served as the Director of Development at The Bridgespan Group. Martha earned a B.A. from Columbia University and a J.D. from Howard University School of Law. With a passion for fundraising, Martha enjoys meeting people, building meaningful relationships, and raising support for important causes. The connection to D-E is especially meaningful, as Martha’s family fell in love with the school while searching for a place for her children, who are also joining the community this year. A native New Yorker and singer-songwriter, Martha grew up loving Broadway and still enjoys seeing shows whenever possible.

Aaron Gratch – Upper School Athletics Liaison & Head Girls Basketball Coach

Aaron joins Dwight-Englewood School as the Upper School & Athletics Liaison and Head Girls Basketball Coach, bringing extensive experience in Division I women’s basketball, independent school education, and student-athlete development. Most recently, Aaron served as Assistant Coach and Recruiting Coordinator at Iona University after previous coaching and leadership roles at NJIT, Gill St. Bernard’s, and The Patrick School. Aaron holds an MBA in Sport Management from Seton Hall University, an MA in Educational Leadership from Montclair State University, and a BS in Management from Caldwell University. Passionate about mentorship, leadership development, and building strong athletic communities, Aaron looks forward to supporting students, families, coaches, and colleagues while strengthening the connection between athletics and the Upper School experience. Outside of school, Aaron enjoys spending time with his wife and children, following basketball at every level, and staying involved in youth sports.

Rafal Krazek – Middle School Spanish Teacher

Rafal joins Dwight-Englewood School as a teacher of Spanish, bringing over two decades of experience teaching French, Spanish, and Humanities at the middle school, secondary, and collegiate levels. He holds a Ph.D. in Romance Languages and Literatures from The University of Chicago, a D.E.A. in Philosophy from The University of Paris, and an M.A. from Jagiellonian University in Cracow, Poland. His linguistic training in Guatemala and Mexico has further enriched his expertise in language, culture, and cross-cultural learning. As a published author in Paris, France, he is particularly passionate about student-centered instruction, interdisciplinary humanities, and fostering cross-cultural understanding. Dr. Krazek is thrilled to join the dynamic Dwight-Englewood community; in his free time, he enjoys exploring the outdoors through hiking and kayaking.

Kate Mastrantone – Middle and Upper School Health & Wellness Teacher

Kate joins Dwight-Englewood School as a Middle and Upper School Health & Wellness teacher, bringing a passion for physical education, wellness, and building inclusive communities. Katlyn was named the 2023-2025 Vermont High School Physical Education Teacher of the Year. She also served as an Earthwatch Institute Teacher Fellow studying caterpillars and climate change in Ecuador and founded the MUHS Unified Basketball program to strengthen community through inclusive athletics. Katlyn earned a B.S. in Movement & Sports Studies with a concentration in Physical Education from Springfield College and holds a Personal Trainer – Exercise and Fitness Specialist Certificate from Hofstra University. Katlyn is a dedicated rugby enthusiast and Level 200 and SafePlay Certified Coach, and has hosted professional rugby clinics for more than 150 students, and coached a successful girls’ rugby program. Katlyn is passionate about inspiring the next generation ahead of the 2031 Rugby World Cup. Katlyn looks forward to joining a community rooted in lifelong learning and meaningful relationships, and contributing to the inspiring culture.

Rosemary Negrin – Payment Specialist

Rosemary joins Dwight-Englewood School as a Payment Specialist – Payroll & Accounts Payable, bringing several years of experience in human resources and payroll administration. Before joining D-E, Rosemary worked as an HR Manager, supporting payroll, employee relations, benefits, compliance, and day-to-day HR operations. With expertise in payroll processing and reconciliation, accounts payable, HR compliance, benefits administration, employee support, and process improvement, Rosemary especially enjoys finding ways to make administrative processes more accurate, organized, and user-friendly. Currently pursuing SHRM-SCP certification, Rosemary looks forward to continuing professional growth while contributing to the D-E community, collaborating with colleagues, and supporting the school’s employees. Outside of work, Rosemary is a proud mother of three boys and enjoys planning family outings, weekend trips, and new experiences to enjoy together—and is always open to recommendations!

Luis Paulino – Evening Custodian

Luis joins Dwight-Englewood School as our new Evening Custodian through our facilities team.

Yuhui Prince – Middle and Upper School Mandarin Teacher

Yuhui (Yoyo) joins Dwight-Englewood School as a Middle and Upper School Mandarin Teacher with 15 years of experience in bilingual education, curriculum development, and educational technology. She has taught Mandarin and interdisciplinary courses in K-12 settings and has worked with organizations, including Avenues The World School, Columbia University, Middlebury College, St. Lawrence University, Google, the United Nations, and Level Learning, where she supported educators through curriculum design and professional learning. Yuhui holds a Master’s degree in Bilingual Bicultural Education from Teachers College, Columbia University, and is passionate about creating engaging, student-centered learning experiences that help students develop language proficiency, cultural understanding, and global perspectives. She is excited to join the Dwight-Englewood community and looks forward to inspiring students through meaningful language learning. Outside of school, she enjoys cooking, traveling, playing board games, and exploring new restaurants with her husband and their child.

Erik Roth – Upper School Testing Accommodations Coordinator

Erik joins Dwight-Englewood School as the Upper School Testing Accommodations Coordinator, bringing 25 years of experience as a middle and high school English teacher and district-level administrator with Cresskill Public Schools. Erik earned a Bachelor of Arts in English from Colgate University and an Ed.M. in English Education from Rutgers University and has dedicated a career to developing curriculum, instruction, and assessment that supports the success of diverse learners. Excited to join the Dwight-Englewood community, Erik looks forward to building meaningful relationships with students, colleagues, and families in a culture grounded in compassion, connection, and shared purpose. Outside of school, Erik enjoys writing and regularly submits work to literary journals. In 2025, Erik received the New Jersey Poets Prize from the Journal of New Jersey Poets.

Camila Scherrer – LS Assistant Teacher

Camila joins Dwight-Englewood School as a 2nd Grade Assistant Teacher, bringing several years of experience working with young children. Prior to joining D-E, Camila spent three years at The Learning Experience and most recently worked at The Goddard School, with much of that experience focused on children ages 3 to 5. Camila earned a bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Fordham University and is currently pursuing a Master of Arts in Teaching at Fairleigh Dickinson University with P3 certification. With a passion for supporting young children’s social-emotional development and building meaningful relationships, Camila is also bilingual in English and Spanish, which has helped foster strong connections with Spanish-speaking students and families. While at The Learning Experience in Englewood Cliffs, Camila was recognized as Teacher of the Month in July 2025. Camila is excited to join D-E’s welcoming community and looks forward to expanding that experience by working with second-grade students for the first time. Outside of the classroom, Camila enjoys traveling, baking, and journaling.

Adriana Tomeu – US Science Teacher

Adriana joins Dwight-Englewood School as a Science Faculty member, teaching AP Biology and 10th Grade Integrated Biology & Chemistry (IBC). With a background spanning science education and biomedical research, she previously taught middle school science at Marymount School of New York and worked in cancer research at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. Adriana holds a B.S. in Cell & Molecular Biology and an M.S.Ed. in Nutrition, with interests in cancer biology, scientific inquiry, and creating hands-on learning experiences that connect science to the world around us. She is excited to join D-E’s curious and engaged community of students and educators and to enjoy the beautiful campus and pre-made smoothies at lunch! Outside of the classroom, Adriana is an actor, musician, photographer, and small-business owner who enjoys hiking, exploring national parks, and photographing the natural world.

Questions?

Dwight-Englewood seeks resumes only for positions posted on its website. The address is on each opening. Due to the volume of applications, we are unable to answer phone queries.

Statement of Non-Discrimination

Dwight-Englewood is a non-profit corporation accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools and the New Jersey Association of Independent Schools. Dwight-Englewood School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, ethnicity, age, national origin, religion, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy or military veteran status. The diversity of our student body supports our commitment to employ a diverse faculty and staff. Educators  and staff from all backgrounds who bring knowledge and expertise in equity, diversity and multicultural education are especially encouraged to apply.
 
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Located in Englewood, New Jersey, Dwight-Englewood is a greater New York City area private school with a rigorous college prep curriculum for boys and girls in preschool through grade 12.