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Paramus School District

District Administration

Our district administrative team is passionate about education and dedicated to ensuring that every child in our community has access to the best public education possible. We welcome your questions and comments, so please feel free to contact any of our district administrators. We look forward to speaking with you!

Meet Our Team

Please email a member of our administrative team, or call the office at (201) 261-7800 followed by the extension.

District Administration

Sean Adams
Superintendent of Schools
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Timothy Donohue
Assistant Superintendent of Schools
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Brooke Bartley
Business Administrator/Board Secretary
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Mattea Field
Assistant Business Administrator
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Lori Becker
Administrative Assistant to the School Business Administrator
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Carla Alvarez
Director of Curriculum, Supervision, and Accountability
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About Carla Alvarez

Mrs. Alvarez began her career in the Paramus Public Schools in 1990 as a special educator at East Brook Middle School after completing her student teaching in the district. She worked in a self-contained classroom, resource room and in class support settings. In 2001, she began teaching in the Paramus High School Transitional Program, teaching algebra I and II and biology as well as overseeing the work-study and career programs. From 2004 to 2007, she served as supervisor of support services, grades 5–12, and the Paramus Alternative Cooperative Education (PACE) Program that earned recognition as "Commended Partnership Program" by the New Jersey Association of Partners in Education for Special Education Community Mentorship Programs. In 2009, she became vice principal of West Brook Middle School in addition to her supervisory role, and in 2011 she was appointed as principal of Westbrook Middle School. She is currently the district's director of human resources. Mrs. Alvarez received her undergraduate degree in special education from Trenton State College of Lawrenceville, NJ, as well as a master's degree in special education with a specialization in learning disabilities through William Paterson University, which also resulted in acquiring her Learning Disabilities Teacher-Consultant (LDT-C) certification. In addition, she received a master's degree in educational technology from New Jersey City University and her administration certification through the NJ LEAD Principal Certification Program at New Jersey City University in 2007.
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Tiffany M. Goodson
Director of Student Personnel Services
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Peter Cook
Director of Technology & Innovation
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Nicholas Naturile
Director of Buildings and Grounds
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Salvatore Lazzara
Assistant Director of Buildings and Grounds
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Tara Hopfenspirger
Director of Community Relations
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Jara Beagelman
Supervisor of Student Support and Mental Health Services
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Dara Carr
Supervisor of English Language Arts and English As a Second Language (K–12)
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Christine Diaz
Supervisor of Science and Physical Education/Health (K–12)
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Mrs. Diaz began in the Paramus Public Schools in 1998 as a 5th-grade teacher at East Brook Middle School. In 2006, she received one the nation's highest honors for teaching—the Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST). Since 2007, Mrs. Diaz has served as a supervisor in the district, focusing on different aspects of curriculum, instruction, staff development, instructional technology, and assessment over the years. Mrs. Diaz received her undergraduate degree in elementary education from The University of Scranton in 1996 and master's degrees in environmental studies and educational leadership from Montclair State University.
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Anthony Vecchione
Supervisor of School Counseling
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Marylin Maestre
Administrative Assistant to the Supervisor of School Counseling K–12
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Jenna Esdale
Supervisor of Special Services
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Robert Lehmann
Supervisor of Mathematics (K–12)
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David Allocco
Supervisor of Social Studies and World Languages (K–12)
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Lisa Vartanian
Supervisor of Visual and Performing Arts and 21st Century Life/Careers (K–12)
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Lisa Vartanian, supervisor of fine, performing, and practical arts for the Paramus Public School District, received a master's degree in music education from New Jersey City University, and a supervisor and principal's certificate from the NJLEAD program. A former music teacher of 10 years, Lisa received the New Jersey Governor's Teaching Award, the Excellence in Teaching Award at the Weill Music Institute, and served four years at the Master Teachers' Collaborative, writing curriculum for the New Jersey Symphony Orchestra's Young People's Concerts. She received a Life Achievement Award in 2013 from the Education Foundation in Paramus for her work in arts education. Since her tenure as supervisor, the district has received various national and state awards including the National Association for Music Making—Best Communities for Music Education Award, the New Jersey Arts Education Partnership—Model Schools in the Arts designation, and the Governor's Award in Arts Education. Lisa writes curriculum and leads staff development for the seven arts areas she supervises. Ms. Vartanian has given numerous arts related presentations and workshops at universities, state conventions, and at the NJPSA. Lisa is an active member of the New Jersey Music Administrators Association and the Principal/Administrator and Supervisors Association of Paramus. She serves on the board of directors for the Paramus Education Foundation, the Paramus Rotary PM, and the Paramus Children's Health Foundation.
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Nikki Auriemma
Data, Technology, and Communications Coordinator
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Damari Faddah
Office Systems & Compliance Coordinator
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Paramus High School Administration

Dominick Miller
Principal
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Ms. Alicia Angione
Vice Principal
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Mr. Thomas Montuori
Vice Principal
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Derek England
Director of Athletics
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Middle & Elementary School Principals

Ryan Aupperlee
Principal, East Brook Middle School
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Samantha Elie
Vice Principal, East Brook Middle School
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Dr. Deirdre Spollen-LaRaia
Principal, West Brook Middle School
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Michael DeRisi
Assistant Principal, West Brook Middle School
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Suzanne Barbi
Principal, Parkway Elementary School
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Suzanne Barbi is the principal at Parkway School. She began her love of learning by earning a bachelor of arts degree in history from Providence College. After a short career in finance, Mrs. Barbi received her master's in the science of education from Fordham University. She went on to teach K–4 grade students at P.S. 49 in the South Bronx. As her role of teacher began to expand into leadership responsibilities, she left NYC to pursue her second master's in education at Harvard University, where she received her degree as well as her principal certification. After returning to New Jersey, Mrs. Barbi served as an assistant principal, principal, and curriculum coordinator in other Northern New Jersey School districts. In 2009, Mrs. Barbi became the principal at Parkway School and found her permanent home as the leader of an amazing community of learners. Mrs. Barbi is committed to creating kind, responsible, thoughtful citizens at Parkway School and thoroughly enjoys her role.
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Thomas LoBue
Principal, Midland Elementary School
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Thomas Marshall
Principal, Stony Lane Elementary School
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Tom Marshall is the principal of Stony Lane Elementary School. A former teacher in Grades 3 and 4, he worked for four years as a staff developer at the Teachers College Reading and Writing Project. He leads the Littogether Teacher Leader Project and Think Tank, a program to support teacher leaders around New Jersey; the Paramus Coaching Course, where he supports literacy coaches from many districts; and the NJ Literacy Leaders' Network, a learning network of over 150 principals from around the state. His summer institutes have served about 2,000 teachers in the last few years. He has presented at many state and national conferences and is the author of Reclaiming the Principalship: Instructional Strategies to Engage your School Community and Focus on Learning (Heinemann 2018). He is also the recipient of NCTE/CEL's 2017 Innovative Leadership Award, a national award for excellence in instructional leadership.
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Jeanine Nostrame
Principal, Ridge Ranch Elementary School
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My name is Jeanine Nostrame, and I am the principal of Ridge Ranch School. It is my pleasure to provide leadership at "The Ranch," a place where children are nurtured and encouraged to reach their greatest potential. I am proud to say that I have spent most of my career in Paramus. I started working for Paramus Schools in 1994 as a teacher at Parkway School. With master's degrees in the field of teaching and educational leadership, I have been able to serve the Paramus Schools district in many different capacities—teacher, administrative intern, elementary supervisor, and most recently, principal. I became principal of Ridge Ranch School in 2006, and "The Ranch" quickly established a very special place in my heart. As soon as you enter our school, you will see that Ridge Ranch is a very special school with a cheerful learning environment and a warm and friendly atmosphere. We encourage parents to partner with us and be active participants in their child's educational journey. We have an active and productive PTA that supports the students with both academic and social programs. Implementing a rigorous curriculum with a focus on goal setting and continued growth, our teachers strive to make learning engaging, challenging, and meaningful. Our team of teachers and support staff are among the most talented and dedicated professionals you will find working in education, and they strive to ensure that all students receive individual attention. Our school cheer, "Yee Haw! It's a great day here at the Ranch!" reflects our whimsical, enthusiastic style of working together. I hope you will join in our enthusiasm to help our students fulfill the mission of our schools—to develop all students as lifelong learners who pursue their dreams and add value to the world.
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Michelle Higgins
Principal, Memorial Elementary School
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