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Mrs. Jessica Bermudez
Music Teacher PK-8th Grades
Choir
JBermudez@stambrosecs.org
Mrs. Jessica Bermudez studied at the University of the Incarnate Word in San Antonio and University of Miami, School of Music, where she graduated with a Bachelor of Music and a concentration in Music Business and Marketing. Jessica has worked in various capacities in the music industry including working as the Director of Publishing and Copyrights for a few record labels. Jessica also sang and played with many bands and ensembles such as a Christian Salsa band in Miami and has cantored for many Catholic churches for over 28 years, including 9 years at Assumption Catholic Church. While in college, she also directed a couple of youth choirs.
After changing her career to spend more time with her family, Jessica Bermudez found a new passion and began teaching music and art at St. Lawrence Catholic School. She now teaches music and art here at St. Ambrose since 2019. Jessica Bermudez, her husband and four children live in Pompano Beach. She enjoys painting, singing, playing the flute, learning new music, dancing, cooking and spending time with her family.
Why Catholic Schools?
"The Catholic Faith has always been an important part of my life. One of the things I love the most about teaching at St. Ambrose is being able to share my Catholic faith through art and music."
Music Teacher PK-8th Grades
Choir
JBermudez@stambrosecs.org
Mrs. Jessica Bermudez studied at the University of the Incarnate Word in San Antonio and University of Miami, School of Music, where she graduated with a Bachelor of Music and a concentration in Music Business and Marketing. Jessica has worked in various capacities in the music industry including working as the Director of Publishing and Copyrights for a few record labels. Jessica also sang and played with many bands and ensembles such as a Christian Salsa band in Miami and has cantored for many Catholic churches for over 28 years, including 9 years at Assumption Catholic Church. While in college, she also directed a couple of youth choirs.
After changing her career to spend more time with her family, Jessica Bermudez found a new passion and began teaching music and art at St. Lawrence Catholic School. She now teaches music and art here at St. Ambrose since 2019. Jessica Bermudez, her husband and four children live in Pompano Beach. She enjoys painting, singing, playing the flute, learning new music, dancing, cooking and spending time with her family.
Why Catholic Schools?
"The Catholic Faith has always been an important part of my life. One of the things I love the most about teaching at St. Ambrose is being able to share my Catholic faith through art and music."
Ms. Kaylee Burke
Aide
KBurke@stambrosecs.org
Ms. Kaylee Burke grew up in Jacksonville, FL, where she attended Catholic school K - 12th grade. She went on to graduate from Florida State University, where she earned her Bachelor's Degree in Hospitality in 2014. In 2018 Ms. Burke began working for the Archdiocese of Miami as a substitute teacher and teacher's assistant.
Ms. Burke enjoys spending time with her family and their puppy, Sully. She loves going to the beach, cooking, and taking trips!
Why Catholic School?
Being a part of the Catholic School community is such a special experience. My Catholic education helped shape me as a person, so it was important for me to teach at a Catholic school. I think it's important to keep God and faith at the center of the classroom!
Aide
KBurke@stambrosecs.org
Ms. Kaylee Burke grew up in Jacksonville, FL, where she attended Catholic school K - 12th grade. She went on to graduate from Florida State University, where she earned her Bachelor's Degree in Hospitality in 2014. In 2018 Ms. Burke began working for the Archdiocese of Miami as a substitute teacher and teacher's assistant.
Ms. Burke enjoys spending time with her family and their puppy, Sully. She loves going to the beach, cooking, and taking trips!
Why Catholic School?
Being a part of the Catholic School community is such a special experience. My Catholic education helped shape me as a person, so it was important for me to teach at a Catholic school. I think it's important to keep God and faith at the center of the classroom!
Mrs. Michele Burke
PK-8th Grade Computer Teacher
Technology Coordinator
MBurke@stambrosecs.org
Degree: BS Elementary Education
Certification: Elementary Education K-6
Mrs. Burke joined the St. Ambrose faculty as the new Technology Coordinator in 2019. Mrs. Burke received her Bachelor's Degree from Louisiana State University and is a huge Tiger fan. Mrs. Burke comes to us from the corporate world of Houghton Mifflin Harcourt (HMH) where she was an Educational Consultant. At HMH Mrs. Burke trained teachers to use the resources and technology associated with their textbooks. She has also worked as a Technology Coordinator and Teacher at St. Joan of Arc and St. Jude respectively.
In her spare time, Mrs. Burke enjoys exercising, reading and traveling with her husband to visit family and friends all over the country. Mrs. Burke loves sharing our Catholic faith and integrating technology into the lives of all of the families here at St. Ambrose Catholic School.
Why Catholic Schools?
"I teach at a Catholic school because I am Catholic and my faith is the center of my life. Teaching at a Catholic school allows me to practice and share my faith everyday which is both a calling and a gift from God."
PK-8th Grade Computer Teacher
Technology Coordinator
MBurke@stambrosecs.org
Degree: BS Elementary Education
Certification: Elementary Education K-6
Mrs. Burke joined the St. Ambrose faculty as the new Technology Coordinator in 2019. Mrs. Burke received her Bachelor's Degree from Louisiana State University and is a huge Tiger fan. Mrs. Burke comes to us from the corporate world of Houghton Mifflin Harcourt (HMH) where she was an Educational Consultant. At HMH Mrs. Burke trained teachers to use the resources and technology associated with their textbooks. She has also worked as a Technology Coordinator and Teacher at St. Joan of Arc and St. Jude respectively.
In her spare time, Mrs. Burke enjoys exercising, reading and traveling with her husband to visit family and friends all over the country. Mrs. Burke loves sharing our Catholic faith and integrating technology into the lives of all of the families here at St. Ambrose Catholic School.
Why Catholic Schools?
"I teach at a Catholic school because I am Catholic and my faith is the center of my life. Teaching at a Catholic school allows me to practice and share my faith everyday which is both a calling and a gift from God."
Mrs. Yenny Cambridge
Kitchen Staff, AfterCare
YCambridge@stambrosecs.org
Miss Yenny's journey at St. Ambrose started in the 2006-2007 school year when her oldest son began kindergarten at St. Ambrose. With it’s charm and family like atmosphere, it was rather quick that we knew this is where we wanted the rest of our children to attend. Before she knew it, Miss Yenny had three children attending St. Ambrose and she practically lived on-campus volunteering as room mom and volunteering in various ways. Miss Yenny says she was then blessed to be asked if she wanted to be a St. Ambrose employee. Since 2006, she has met some great people and made some amazing friends. Her current joy is found in the smiling students in the hot lunch line.
Why Catholic Schools?
"Being raised in the Catholic faith I wanted my three children to receive the same Catholic values. It is a blessing to work at a Catholic school that instills those same Catholic values."
Kitchen Staff, AfterCare
YCambridge@stambrosecs.org
Miss Yenny's journey at St. Ambrose started in the 2006-2007 school year when her oldest son began kindergarten at St. Ambrose. With it’s charm and family like atmosphere, it was rather quick that we knew this is where we wanted the rest of our children to attend. Before she knew it, Miss Yenny had three children attending St. Ambrose and she practically lived on-campus volunteering as room mom and volunteering in various ways. Miss Yenny says she was then blessed to be asked if she wanted to be a St. Ambrose employee. Since 2006, she has met some great people and made some amazing friends. Her current joy is found in the smiling students in the hot lunch line.
Why Catholic Schools?
"Being raised in the Catholic faith I wanted my three children to receive the same Catholic values. It is a blessing to work at a Catholic school that instills those same Catholic values."
Mrs. Tara Goldberg
Librarian PK-8th Grades, Computer Aide
TGoldberg@stambrosecs.org
Degree: Bachelors of Science, University of Florida
Certification: Elementary Education K-6
While you may know her as Ms. Bartos, as of December, 2021 she married and became Mrs. Goldberg! Congratulations!! Mrs. Goldberg attended and graduated from the University of Florida with a Bachelors of Science (Go Gators!). She is a product of a Catholic education herself and has been teaching with the Archdiocese since 2011. Mrs. Goldberg previously taught middle school Science and Religion at St. Ambrose in 2017 -2018 and 5th grade teacher.
In her free time, Mrs. Goldberg is a volunteer director with a local animal rescue, loves all things Disney, traveling, cuddles with her 3 cats and a dog, and spending time with her family.
Why Catholic School?
"I love teaching at a Catholic school because I am able to share the love of God and our Catholic faith with my students. Teaching my students about our Catholic faith has also helped strengthen my relationship with God. I feel blessed and thankful that God called me to be a Catholic School teacher and he has shown me it is not just a job...it is my vocation!"
Librarian PK-8th Grades, Computer Aide
TGoldberg@stambrosecs.org
Degree: Bachelors of Science, University of Florida
Certification: Elementary Education K-6
While you may know her as Ms. Bartos, as of December, 2021 she married and became Mrs. Goldberg! Congratulations!! Mrs. Goldberg attended and graduated from the University of Florida with a Bachelors of Science (Go Gators!). She is a product of a Catholic education herself and has been teaching with the Archdiocese since 2011. Mrs. Goldberg previously taught middle school Science and Religion at St. Ambrose in 2017 -2018 and 5th grade teacher.
In her free time, Mrs. Goldberg is a volunteer director with a local animal rescue, loves all things Disney, traveling, cuddles with her 3 cats and a dog, and spending time with her family.
Why Catholic School?
"I love teaching at a Catholic school because I am able to share the love of God and our Catholic faith with my students. Teaching my students about our Catholic faith has also helped strengthen my relationship with God. I feel blessed and thankful that God called me to be a Catholic School teacher and he has shown me it is not just a job...it is my vocation!"
Mrs. Lauren Guiney
Registrar, Administrative Assistant
Office.Stambrose@gmail.com
Ms. Lauren joined St Ambrose in 2015 after moving to Florida from Maine. She really enjoys the warmer temperatures of Florida over the cold winters of Maine! Going to the beach is one of her favorite things to do. Originally from Massachusetts, Ms. Lauren is a avid New England Patriots fan and enjoys travelling and spending time with her husband and 4 sons.
Why Catholic School?
"The community found within a Catholic School is unparalleled. Saint Ambrose Church and School seems to retain its families for decades after they have left the school, volunteering as a family."
Registrar, Administrative Assistant
Office.Stambrose@gmail.com
Ms. Lauren joined St Ambrose in 2015 after moving to Florida from Maine. She really enjoys the warmer temperatures of Florida over the cold winters of Maine! Going to the beach is one of her favorite things to do. Originally from Massachusetts, Ms. Lauren is a avid New England Patriots fan and enjoys travelling and spending time with her husband and 4 sons.
Why Catholic School?
"The community found within a Catholic School is unparalleled. Saint Ambrose Church and School seems to retain its families for decades after they have left the school, volunteering as a family."
Mrs. Lily Lowe
PK-8th Grade Spanish Teacher
Girls' Volleyball Coach
LLowe@stambrosecs.org
Born and raised in Asuncion, Paraguay, Miss Lily Lowe moved to the United States 21 years ago. She earned her BS in Criminal Justice from Florida Atlantic University with a Master’s degree in Criminal Justice, and is a member of the Honor Society Alpha Phi Sigma.
During her high school and college years, Miss Lily was a teacher assistant, collaborating in lesson planning and delivery. She also tutored hundreds of students learning Spanish as a second language during those college years. In those experiences, Miss Lily heard the calling to become a teacher, obtaining her certification to teach Spanish to grades K thru 8th.
In her spare time, Miss Lily practices weight lifting, plays beach volleyball, and loves scuba diving ocean reefs. She enjoys spending time with her husband, Marc, and dog, Rocco. Miss Lily loves sharing her knowledge of the Spanish language and culture with all of the students at St. Ambrose.
Why Catholic Schools?
"I chose to teach in a Catholic school because I am a product of Catholic education myself. I love to share my own experiences as a Catholic and to teach values that I won't be able to teach in other schools. I enjoy reading Bible passages with my students to incorporate Spanish vocabulary in my lesson plans. I believe that cross-curriculum education that includes teaching faith and languages adds long term value to the students' lives."
PK-8th Grade Spanish Teacher
Girls' Volleyball Coach
LLowe@stambrosecs.org
Born and raised in Asuncion, Paraguay, Miss Lily Lowe moved to the United States 21 years ago. She earned her BS in Criminal Justice from Florida Atlantic University with a Master’s degree in Criminal Justice, and is a member of the Honor Society Alpha Phi Sigma.
During her high school and college years, Miss Lily was a teacher assistant, collaborating in lesson planning and delivery. She also tutored hundreds of students learning Spanish as a second language during those college years. In those experiences, Miss Lily heard the calling to become a teacher, obtaining her certification to teach Spanish to grades K thru 8th.
In her spare time, Miss Lily practices weight lifting, plays beach volleyball, and loves scuba diving ocean reefs. She enjoys spending time with her husband, Marc, and dog, Rocco. Miss Lily loves sharing her knowledge of the Spanish language and culture with all of the students at St. Ambrose.
Why Catholic Schools?
"I chose to teach in a Catholic school because I am a product of Catholic education myself. I love to share my own experiences as a Catholic and to teach values that I won't be able to teach in other schools. I enjoy reading Bible passages with my students to incorporate Spanish vocabulary in my lesson plans. I believe that cross-curriculum education that includes teaching faith and languages adds long term value to the students' lives."
Coach Sean McKeown, Athletic Director
PK-8th Grade PE Teacher
Basketball Coach
SMcKeown@stambrosecs.org
Degree: BS in Communication Studies
Certification: ESE (K-12)
Coach McKeown came to St. Ambrose Catholic School during the 2017-18 school year as the Director of Athletics and Physical Education Teacher. Coach McKeown also serves as the Assistant Varsity Boys Basketball Coach at Boca Raton Community High School and runs the South Florida Sonics travel basketball program.
Coach McKeown is from Youngstown, Ohio where he graduated from Ursuline High School and Youngstown State University. During his time at Ursuline High School he served as Student Council President, Students of Stewardship Volunteer, and won a district championship as a varsity basketball player.
In his spare time, Coach McKeown enjoys going to the beach, watching sports, and playing video games. Coach McKeown is a huge Miami Heat, Miami Dolphins, and Miami Hurricanes fan!
Why Catholic Schools?
"I chose Catholic school because of the family-like environment and the opportunity to share my faith with our students and families."
PK-8th Grade PE Teacher
Basketball Coach
SMcKeown@stambrosecs.org
Degree: BS in Communication Studies
Certification: ESE (K-12)
Coach McKeown came to St. Ambrose Catholic School during the 2017-18 school year as the Director of Athletics and Physical Education Teacher. Coach McKeown also serves as the Assistant Varsity Boys Basketball Coach at Boca Raton Community High School and runs the South Florida Sonics travel basketball program.
Coach McKeown is from Youngstown, Ohio where he graduated from Ursuline High School and Youngstown State University. During his time at Ursuline High School he served as Student Council President, Students of Stewardship Volunteer, and won a district championship as a varsity basketball player.
In his spare time, Coach McKeown enjoys going to the beach, watching sports, and playing video games. Coach McKeown is a huge Miami Heat, Miami Dolphins, and Miami Hurricanes fan!
Why Catholic Schools?
"I chose Catholic school because of the family-like environment and the opportunity to share my faith with our students and families."
Mrs. Jennifer Newstreet
Science Lab Teacher
JNewstreet@stambrosecs.org
Degree: Bachelors in Business from the University of Florida.
Certification: Elementary Education
Mrs. Newstreet has worked in Catholic education since 2011. She is a South Florida native and has been a member of St. Ambrose parish since 1995. She has two teenage children who were baptized at St. Ambrose and attend Catholic schools. Mrs. Newstreet believes in a Catholic education as she feels Catholic Schools educate to develop the whole child.
Mrs. Newstreet is a graduate from the University of Florida. She enjoys boating and travelling with her family.
Why Catholic Schools?
"Teaching at a Catholic School is truly a gift of service and sacrifice. Catholic education provides an opportunity to fully educate a child academically and as a child of God. As a teacher and mother of two Catholic educated children, I understand the positive way a child can grow and blossom in a faith-filled community of teachers, families and students."
Science Lab Teacher
JNewstreet@stambrosecs.org
Degree: Bachelors in Business from the University of Florida.
Certification: Elementary Education
Mrs. Newstreet has worked in Catholic education since 2011. She is a South Florida native and has been a member of St. Ambrose parish since 1995. She has two teenage children who were baptized at St. Ambrose and attend Catholic schools. Mrs. Newstreet believes in a Catholic education as she feels Catholic Schools educate to develop the whole child.
Mrs. Newstreet is a graduate from the University of Florida. She enjoys boating and travelling with her family.
Why Catholic Schools?
"Teaching at a Catholic School is truly a gift of service and sacrifice. Catholic education provides an opportunity to fully educate a child academically and as a child of God. As a teacher and mother of two Catholic educated children, I understand the positive way a child can grow and blossom in a faith-filled community of teachers, families and students."
Mrs. Jane Ruffolo
Aide
JRuffolo@stambrosecs.org
After 27 years in the education field, Mrs. Jane Ruffolo joined Saint Ambrose in 2017. During the summer of that year, Ms. Jane was working on school grounds as the Catapult summer school teacher. She fell in love with Saint Ambrose School, and the rest is history. Although she is technically currently “retired”, Ms. Jane maintains an active teaching certificate and enjoys working as a second grade aide and a tutor.
Free time is spent with her family and pet pug (Ms. Jane LOVES pugs, as all of her 2nd graders will remind you daily).
Why Catholic Schools?
"After spending a summer as a Catapult teacher at Saint Ambrose, I fell in love with t he community and the rest is history!
Mrs. Cindy Squires
Cafeteria Coordinator
Jack of All Trades
CSquires@stambrosecs.org
Mrs. Cindy Larson-Squires joined the Saint Ambrose family in October 2014, and has been the model eagle ever since! Coming from 11 years with Father Brendan Dalton’s Saint Bernadette, our very own Father Bryan Dalton enjoyed bragging to his brother that he got to enjoy the delicious foods served by Ms. Cindy’s kitchen. Ms. Cindy is the jack of all trades; in the morning you will find her greeting you in carline, then cooking and serving lunch, and finally/always helping her Saint Ambrose family (which includes everyone in the Saint Ambrose community)!
In her spare time Ms. Cindy loves to sew, garden, bike riding, and spending time with her grandchildren!
Why Catholic Schools?
"I love to watch the students grow and gain their knowledge. They enjoy learning and working together as a family which is what Catholic education is all about."
Cafeteria Coordinator
Jack of All Trades
CSquires@stambrosecs.org
Mrs. Cindy Larson-Squires joined the Saint Ambrose family in October 2014, and has been the model eagle ever since! Coming from 11 years with Father Brendan Dalton’s Saint Bernadette, our very own Father Bryan Dalton enjoyed bragging to his brother that he got to enjoy the delicious foods served by Ms. Cindy’s kitchen. Ms. Cindy is the jack of all trades; in the morning you will find her greeting you in carline, then cooking and serving lunch, and finally/always helping her Saint Ambrose family (which includes everyone in the Saint Ambrose community)!
In her spare time Ms. Cindy loves to sew, garden, bike riding, and spending time with her grandchildren!
Why Catholic Schools?
"I love to watch the students grow and gain their knowledge. They enjoy learning and working together as a family which is what Catholic education is all about."
