Our Role

• Lead Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) lessons in classrooms to support student well-being and development.

• Provide individualized and small group support to help students navigate academic, social, or emotional challenges.

• Participate actively as a member of the RTRI Team to support instructional improvement and student growth.

• Assist 8th grade students with course selection and scheduling for NVOT.

• Help coordinate and prepare for state-mandated testing to ensure a smooth and organized process.

• Strengthen executive functioning skills with students.

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Parent Resources: 

• PerformCare (877-652-7624) PerformCare is a statewide system in New Jersey that helps children through 8th grade  (and beyond) who are struggling with emotional, behavioral, developmental, or mental health issues. PerformCare+2PerformCare+2

• CarePlus (201-265-8200) provides mental health, substance use, and support services for children, teens, adults, and families across New Jersey. They offer counseling, crisis support, in-home services, and even primary medical care—all focused on helping families heal and grow together.

• West Bergen (201-485-7172)- offers counseling and specialized services for individuals, families, groups in need. Located in Bergen county, they provide the community with therapeutic support to navigate mental health challenges.  

• Family Resource Center - Child Mind Institute

• Child Mind Institute (CMI) provides families and children with the tools necessary to succeed. As the leading independent nonprofit for children’s mental health, CMI strives to transform the lives of children for a greater impact in areas such as care, education and science.