Emily James
Master's in Astronomy, Columbia University
B.A. in Physics and Astronomy, Smith College

Emily James, a physics teacher, was attracted to Brewster's innovative program explaining that "the school mission statement, turned into policy, turned into actual classroom experience, and the professionalism of the staff was all very attractive."

Ms. James looks at teaching physics as a collaborative effort. "We are all making mistakes together and learning together. I hope students feel free to take risks in my classroom. Everyone can do (and has done) physics since birth - piece of cake!"

Before coming to Brewster, Ms. James taught at Phillips Exeter Academy for four years. Prior to that, she taught at Packer Collegiate High School in Brooklyn, New York, and at Horace Mann High School in Bronx, New York. While earning her master's degree at Columbia University, she was a teaching assistant in the astronomy department.

Ms. James is the community life parent at Main Street Dorm where she lives with her husband and their three children. She enjoys playing with her children, good food, fun fairs, and ice skating.