RIDGEWOOD PUBLIC SCHOOLS
James Beyer is a dedicated educator with experience as a Physical Education Teacher at Ridgewood Public Schools since September 2022. Prior to this role, James served as a Student Teacher at Montclair Public Schools and held multiple positions at Ridgewood High School, including Athletics Site Manager and Teacher Aide/Applied Behavior Analysis Aide, where skills in lesson planning, student support, and athletic event management were developed. James also has a background in accounting and finance, having worked as a Staff Accountant at ECCO III Enterprises, an Accounting Associate at St. Luke's Cornwall Hospital, and held internships at The Children's Place and ASPCA. James earned a Bachelor of Science in Applied Accounting and Finance from Fordham University, further enhancing a diverse skill set grounded in both education and finance.
RIDGEWOOD PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Established in 1894, the Ridgewood Public Schools, committed to a tradition of excellence and innovation, have a long-standing history of delivering a high-quality education focused on maximizing the unique potential of every learner. Our vision is to inspire a passion for lifelong learning within each student and to prepare them for future success in the 21st-century workplace by fostering and nurturing critical thinking, empathy, creativity, and resilience. Ridgewood is the largest single-town school system in Bergen County. The district comprises ten schools: one preschool, six elementary schools (K-5), two middle schools (6-8), and one high school (9-12). Instruction and school services are provided by approximately 620 contracted employees, and 78% of the district's teachers possess a master’s degree or higher. The expertise and dedication of the faculty and staff are reflected in their ongoing commitment to professional growth and cumulative years of service to the students of Ridgewood. The innovative and robust program of studies, along with state-of-the-art facilities and technology, provides students with a challenging yet supportive learning environment. The district is continually recognized with awards and accolades for school and individual achievements in all areas from academics to arts to athletics. A broad array of extracurricular activities tap into each student’s unique potential and enrich the overall experience, providing outlets to explore and cultivate talents and interests.