About the Teacher

NAME: Jennifer Eraca

SCHOOL: West Road School

CLASS: 5th Grade Special Education

SCHOOL PHONE: 845.635.4310


Mrs. Eraca

My name is Jennifer Eraca and I have the good fortune of teaching 5th grade 

special education at West Road School.  While this is my first year to West 

Road, I am not new to the field of education. I bring with me over 12 years 

of teaching experience in various educational settings as well as the trials

and tribulations that come from raising four children.  



I received my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology|Special Education and Elementary
 
Education from Marist College.  It was during this time I had the opportunity
 
to travel and study abroad in Australia.  Upon graduation, I taught both 2nd 

grade and special education in the Amityville Schools.  While working in 

Amitvyille, I completed my Master of Science in Reading from Dowling 

College.  For over 10 years, I taught 3rd grade inclusion in the Somers 

Central Schools.  Through the years, I have piloted many new math, reading 

and writing programs and have instructed several summer and remedial classes.



For the last several years, I have had the opportunity to stay home and raise
 
my family.  In addition, I was also able to work with my husband in our 

family-owned business as well as explore other interests.  In July 2008, I 

had the honor of receiving a patent for an invention I created.  



I am constantly learning and growing as an individual and person.  I hope to 

pass along my passion for growth, new adventures and exploration to your 

child.