Principal

Sue Brand

Sue Brand joined Garden Academy as Principal in July, 2026.  Sue received her Master’s Degree in Education Leadership from Ramapo College, and also holds Master’s Degrees in Special Education and Elementary Education.  

Sue has been working in the field of special education for over 30 years and has a wide range of experience working with children and adults with many different abilities.  Most recently, Sue has been Principal of an Approved Private School for Students with Disabilities for students with medical and physical needs, and prior to this, an APSSD for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities.  

Sue has extensive experience collaborating with and supporting families, school districts, related service and educational staff, and ABA professionals.  

Clinical Director

Jessica Amador, Ph.D., BCBA-D

Dr. Amador received her Bachelor’s Degree in Education from Caldwell University in 2014, Master’s Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis from Caldwell University in 2020, and a Ph.D. in Applied Behavior Analysis from Caldwell University in 2025. Dr. Amador is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and has been working with individuals on the autism spectrum since 2014. Read More…