My mission is to help
empower educators with the tools they need to allow their students to succeed in the classroom and beyond. 

I am committed to creating and
continuously improving effective learning methods. Through the use of research, educator expertise, collaboration, evaluation, and adherence to the NYS Professional Development standards, I seek to transform the classroom into a place of equity and engagement.
Greenlight PD 

Meet the CEO

Alison Mertz has been a classroom teacher and SAT/PSAT tutor for over 19 years. She is certified in English Language Arts 7-12 and has an M.A. in English. Her love of classic literature adds rigor to her classroom, as she challenges her students to think critically beyond the text.

Testimonial


Alison Mertz creates a challenging
and inclusive program for all learners. She displays extensive knowledge of her content
 area and an enormous amount of dedication to her f
ield. 

-Alexa Altman, Colleague
10th Grade ELA teacher



Alison Mertz, the creator of Greenlight PD, is a most knowledgeable English teacher with over 20
years of English teaching experience. She has created courses for teachers that not only will
contribute to their professional development, but will also provide them with practical strategies
for classroom use. Her expertise in English, literature, and pedagogy has resulted in courses
which will allow teachers to employ workable strategies and inter-disciplinary teaching in their
classrooms. These courses are invaluable and easily adaptable to diversified learning styles as
well. If you are looking for meaningful on-line courses for your professional development and
that will meet the needs of all learning styles, this is the site for you!

                       -Camille Emmett
                         History Teacher

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