Adam’s love and understanding of independent schools comes from a background in leadership and program management at both The Fessenden School and Belmont Day School. He is passionate about creating a dynamic and supportive environment for students and his vision for programming thoughtfully engages Charles River School’s mission and expands our student’s opportunities while creating even more places of belonging for children at CRS. Adam holds a degree in Elementary Education from the University of Texas at San Antonio.
CRS is a very special place in my heart and my goal going forward is to foster the same environment I experienced and to make these kids feel at home.
Claire McDonald joined Charles River School in 2021 as an Extended Day Teacher. Previously, she attended Pace University and is working towards her teaching license certification from Mass Bay College. Before working at CRS, Claire worked at the Goddard School and the Brooklyn Arbor Elementary School. Claire has attended the Charles River Creative Program since she was 8 years old and has worked as a dance counselor for three years since then. Her favorite part about spending time in EDP is creating long-lasting relationships with the kids and their families.
“I love seeing the kids at CRS thrive in their environment. Supporting the students in all endeavors is an absolute joy, and seeing how much they love EDP is such a privilege.”
Bear is a hardworking teacher who strives to encourage creativity, empathy, responsibility, and joy in all their students. They graduated from Massachusetts College of Art and Design with a Bachelor’s in Illustration. While applying their degree to EDP’s art club, they formulate lessons and projects aimed to encourage their students’ creativity and self-expression. They currently reside with their partner and five pet rats in Allston, Mass.
