Maureen Hinkis

Maureen Hinkis, M.Ed., is an experienced educational professional currently serving as a School Counselor at Westfield Public Schools since December 2021 and a College Counselor at Collegewise since August 2019. Hinkis has a robust background in counseling and education, having previously worked as a Social Studies Teacher at Forte Preparatory Academy Charter School and as a Teacher in Manhasset Public Schools. At North Star Academy Charter School of Newark, Hinkis held dual roles as a School Counselor and Head of Intervention & Referral Services, leading initiatives to support student development and referrals. Hinkis co-founded Tribe College Outreach Tutoring to assist high school students in the college admissions process and has a track record of creating engaging educational materials and presenting seminars on college admissions. Hinkis holds a Master of Education in Counseling Psychology from Teachers College, Columbia University, and has a Master's in Education from Hunter College, along with a Bachelor's in History and Psychology from William & Mary.