Employee Directory: TVT Community Day School

Select a Department

Department

Grade Level

Last Name

Deborah Patterson

Teacher

(949) 509-9500 x5127

CSU, Sacramento - BA
George Mason University - MPA
Shenandoah University - M.Ed

Bio

Mathematics surrounds us in our daily lives from the beauty of symmetry in science and art, to the practical applications that we use each day as consumers, cooks, etc. I love mathematics and want to share that joy with students!

Ms. Patterson comes to TVT from Northern Virginia where she taught middle school mathematics along with Algebra and Geometry for more than a decade before returning to California. Ms. Patterson earned her BA in Government with a minor in Mathematics from CSU, Sacramento and later earned her MPA from George Mason University and her M.Ed from Shenandoah University.

During her free time you may find Ms. Patterson exploring the beauty of our region, reading, cooking, traveling, or spending time with her family and friends.
Gail Peddie

Teacher

(949) 509-9500 x5150

Johannesburg College of Education - Graduate Higher Diploma in Education
University of The Witwatersrand - Bachelor of Arts

Bio

“I thoroughly enjoy guiding children in their pursuit of knowledge. I want them to learn by example, and through experience. I love to extend students’ knowledge beyond the bounds of the textbook and instill in them a love of learning. My desire is that they become critical, independent and creative thinkers, who are willing to take risks and not be afraid of failure. I want them to develop grit, perseverance and a positive growth mindset, so that they reach their highest potential and succeed in the world outside the classroom.”

Mrs. Peddie holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa and a post graduate Higher Diploma in Education from the Johannesburg College of Education. She also has a California Multiple Subject Teaching Credential. She has over seventeen years of teaching experience, teaching fourth through eighth grades. Before teaching at TVT, she taught at Emmarentia Primary School, a public school in Johannesburg, South Africa, at the Jonathan Netanyahu Academy, a Jewish Day School in San Antonio, Texas and at Morasha Jewish Day School in Rancho Santa Margarita, California.
Latice Pedre

Medical Assistant

(949) 509-9500 x1113

Bryman Institute of Los Angeles

Bio

I am and have been passionate about caring for people since I can remember. I have been in healthcare for 30 years. I spent many of those years in a family care facility caring for patients of all ages although I’ve always had a soft spot for my pediatric patients ( my kids and babies). I’ve also worked in an urgent care facility for over a year. Since coming to TVT, I have fallen in love with all of my students and wanted them to feel comfort and relief when they come and see me. It gives me great joy to see them smile after they’ve had an injury or illness that I helped them with or if they just needed a little nurturing.

I am married to my husband George for 27 years and have three children. Two daughters ages 26 and 18 and one son age 12.

We enjoy traveling as a family. I also enjoy watching my son play baseball, sewing, and camping. I love music and love to dance.
Tal Perel

Teacher

(949) 509-9500 x5159

College of Management, Israel - B.A.
Levinsky College of Education - Teaching Diploma

Bio

Mrs. Perel believes that there is a 3 way interaction between fun, love and success in learning Hebrew. If you have fun and love learning, you will succeed. If you have fun and succeed learning Hebrew, you will love it. If you love learning Hebrew and have fun, you will succeed.

Mrs. Perel earned a B.A. in Computer Science from the College of Management in Israel. She completed her teaching diploma from Levinsky College of Education in Israel. Mrs. Perel has been teaching Hebrew as a second language since 2005. She has vast experience in teaching Hebrew reading & writing based on multiple programs she is certified in. Mrs. Perel was the head of the Hebrew department in the Agency for Jewish Learning in Pittsburgh, PA; and led various Hebrew programs for all ages, from infants (Mommy and Me all in Hebrew program), Teen Sunday Schools, and Adults Ulpan programs.

In her spare time, Mrs. Perel enjoys hiking, traveling and spending time with her family.
Steven Pettit

Associate Director of Information Technology

(949) 509-9500 x1126
Abby Pezzner

Teacher

(949) 509-9500 x1125

Penn State University - B.S.

Bio

"I love it when the kids in PE class don't think they can improve their time in running or get better at skills such as catching, throwing, or kicking. Then, you can see the, oh my goodness, I can get better at this! Their eyes get big and they have a big smile on their face from their accomplishments."

Mrs. Pezzner has her B.S. degree from Penn State University. She has been at TVT since 1998 as a teacher and Associate Athletic Director. Before that she taught at the Hebrew Day School and the Montessori School and was a program director at the Jewish Community Center in Wilkes-Bare, PA.

In her free time, Mrs. Pezzner or Coach Pezz, which her students call her, referees high school varsity and college basketball, likes to ride her bike with the TVT cycling club, take exercise classes at the JCC, volunteer with the JCC Maccabi Games, and read.
Calvin Pham

Teacher

(949) 509-9500 x5148

California State University, Fullerton - M.S.

Bio

Mr. Pham holds a B.A. in Mathematics and an M.S. in Statistics from Cal State Fullerton. With a wealth of experience in teaching mathematics at both college and high school levels, he has embarked on an exciting new journey as a middle school educator at TVT. Mr. Pham is enthusiastic about being a part of this new community and is looking forward to a great year.
Kimberly Pham

Teacher

(949) 509-9500 x4328

California State University, Long Beach - B.S.
Concordia University Irvine - Teaching Credential

Bio

“I have a passion for helping each child progress in all areas of their development and I strive to create a nurturing classroom community where each child feels accepted and safe to take risks in their learning. I encourage opportunities for collaboration and creative problem-solving, while promoting a positive growth mindset. Watching my students accomplish their goals brings me a sense of purpose and joy.”

Ms. Pham earned a B.S. in Business Administration, Accounting at California State University, Long Beach, and a Multiple Subject Teaching Credential at Concordia University, Irvine.

In her spare time, Ms. Pham enjoys spending time with her family and friends. She enjoys hiking, reading, and going to the beach.
Amy Pikula

Teacher Assistant

Bio

Mrs. Pikula earned a B.A. in the Art of Education from Western Governor's University and completed her M.A. in Education and California teaching credential at Western Governor's University. Mrs. Pikula started her teaching career in Los Angeles Unified and has spent several years teaching in Orange County. During the summer Mrs. Pikula teaches Etiquette at Saddleback College.

In her spare time, Mrs. Pikula enjoys spending time with her family playing sports, going to the beach and traveling.
Morgan Polhemus

Teacher Assistant

(949) 509-9500 x5182
Monica Pradere

Teacher

(949) 509-9500 x5219

Bio

Ms. Pradere was born in Colombia, South America, and moved to the US 18 years ago. Monica has taught her beloved language "Spanish" and Latin American literature and culture for many years and is excited to share all her knowledge in TVT.

Monica has a B.A. in Industrial Design, with a specialization in Fine Arts, and is certified in E.C.E. and Child Development. She is also certified in bilingual education and has a Masters degree in Spanish and literature with a concentration in Methodology from Middlebury College, Vermont.

Monica is passionate about basing education on creative ways of communication and developmentally appropriate practices through cultural experiences. Her personal goal in her teaching is to incorporate elements that allow students to improve their interaction and understanding of the Hispanic community.

When she is not in a classroom or planning, you can find her in her garden listening to Latin jazz, walking with her dog, or reading.

Employee Directory

Select a Department

Our Graduates Attend the Finest Institutions in the Nation, but more Importantly, are Becoming the Leaders of our Community and Country...Making the World a Better Place.

Contact Info

Lower School Campus

Upper School Campus

Helpful Links

Social