My name is Caitlyn Barba, and I have been a resident of Roxbury for nine years. My husband and I have two young boys, and our older son just began kindergarten at Kennedy Elementary School this year. I have a diverse professional background that will prove to be beneficial while serving on the Board of Education. I earned my degree in literature with a minor in Spanish language studies from Ramapo College. I hold elementary education and English K-12 certifications and worked as a paraprofessional for several years and a kindergarten teacher for two years. My experience as a teacher enables me to understand the needs of our teachers, students, and parents.

As a board member, I can use what I’ve learned as an educator to partner effectively with administrators, teachers, and parents while working towards fostering student achievement. In 2015, I graduated from Eastwick College as an occupational therapy assistant and earned my certification through NBCOT (National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy). I worked in assisted living and skilled nursing facilities. I found great joy in connecting with patients and their families and would pride myself on remaining committed to caring/advocating for them, even throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.

At this time, I am fulfilling the most important job I’ve held as a full time stay at home mom, caring for my children. When elected, my vision is to support our superintendent and teachers to ensure academic success and uphold the parental rights of Roxbury families. I believe fostering positive relationships will lead to educational success and help our children thrive.