Sophia Sharmat

Sophia is delighted to be returning to Reade Street Prep for her second year as a Lead Teacher! With a passionate drive for child-wellbeing, Sophia has extensively studied child development and socio-emotional learning. She holds a B.A from Sarah Lawrence College, and an M.A in Developmental Psychology from Teachers College, Columbia University. She has previously taught in classrooms in Hong Kong, Denmark, and her hometown of Sleepy Hollow, NY. Additionally, she has worked on curriculum programming for non-profits focused on humanitarian issues and sustainability. Overall, her experiences have contributed to a holistic and compassionate teaching skill set. Sophia is devoted to ensuring her students thrive in her classroom, leaving each day feeling confident, positive, and ready for the next adventure. Outside of school, you may find Sophia practicing yoga, reading a good book, or attempting a new craft.