Degrees: BS Paralegal Studies, MPS Elementary Education and Special Education
Certifications: NC Elementary Education, Special Education, Middle School Math
Teaching Experience: 22 years
Mrs. Paciariello was born and raised in New York where she enjoyed working as a paralegal in Manhattan law firms after receiving her bachelor’s degree from St. John's University. After several years in the field, she was able to achieve her childhood dream of becoming a teacher and received her Master's Degree from Manhattanville College in Elementary and Special Education. Mrs. Paciariello's first teaching job was at a Catholic school, and it was there her love for Catholic education was fostered. For over 20 years, she has been blessed to teach preschool, elementary, middle school math and history, technology, and special needs students both in public and private schools.
Mrs. Paciariello moved to North Carolina in June 2011 with her husband and two children, and the following year was blessed to become part of the St. Catherine of Siena Catholic School staff as the middle school math teacher. In 2016, she accepted a teaching position at Franklin Academy in order to be on the same schedule as her children. Her love of Catholic education has brought her back to St. Catherine of Siena as the 4th-grade teacher. She is enjoys working with an amazing staff and being able to share her faith with her students!