My name is Hope Bernstein and I've taught in New York City, Rockland (NY) and Bergen (NJ) since 1995. I've been a Rockland County resident for my entire life and have dedicated myself towards education, teaching & tutoring.

I'm a licensed teacher in both NY and NJ.

I hold Certifications in:
•NYS Elementary Education and Reading
•NYS Gifted Education Extension
•NYC Teaching License in Common Branches Grades K - 6
•NJ Standard Teaching in Elementary Education and Reading

I also hold:
•B.A. in Elementary Education & Psychology
•M.S. in Professional Studies, Reading & Writing
•M.S. in Education, Elementary Education Curriculum and Instruction with Specialization in Educational Technology

I'm a member of:
•International Reading Association
•National Council of Teachers of English
•National Education Association


For full explanation of my Qualifications, please click the 'My Experience' button above.

To quote one of my advisors:
"Hope Bernstein is a highly experienced certified educator determined to enhance children's abilities through innovative, creative, and visual learning techniques. A believer in 'never giving up' inspires children to reach beyond their present capacity to succeed in areas seemingly out of reach, ensuring strong and confident young learners. Team-oriented, dedicated, hard working, and exceptional problem solver, with a flair of establishing rapport with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures. Consistent evaluator; highly organized; maintains a strong work ethic and adherence to guidelines and principles."