is a Culinary Arts instructor at Edison Job Corps and a seasoned chef. He graduated from Johnson & Wales University, where he specialized in restaurant, hotel and catering operations and management. He also has many years of experience as an owner and operator of his own restaurant. Ralph’s focus when instructing is on student success and helping them achieve their career objectives, and because of this, students are prepared for higher-level careers in the culinary arts field and many students go on to advanced training.

has over 25 years of experience in HVAC/R electrical installation, residential service and sales, and commercial and industrial projects, and he is a United States Army veteran. He is a chief stationary engineer and holds several nationally recognized trade licenses and certifications. Patrick also has extensive teaching experience in the field in both the private and public sectors; he enjoys mentoring and preparing the next generation of tradesmen and sharing his knowledge with them. 

has been a full-time Career Technical instructor at Edison Job Corps Center for over 20 years. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in accounting from Rutgers University. Before he joined Job Corps, he was employed as a senior accountant at Ernst & Young, the third-largest accounting firm in the world. Ty brings many years of corporate experience to the Office Administration training area.

has been the Clinical Medical instructor with Edison Job Corps Center for over five years. He brings extensive experience in the medical field to his classroom. Prior to joining EJCC, Dr. Rafik was a physician for 26 years. Currently, he is teaching medical courses in Certified Clinical Medical Assistant, Certified Medical Administrative Assistant, Certified Phlebotomy Technician, Medical Terminology and Anatomy. His primary objective as an instructor is to help young adults achieve their goals and aspirations.

is a CPR and Certified Nurse Assistant instructor at Edison Job Corps. She received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from Rutgers University. Her previous employment includes working as a professional registered nurse in a city hospital and teaching a licensed practical nurse program in a county vocational school. Dorothy’s greatest joy is helping students comprehend medical topics.

began her career at Edison Job Corps as a residential advisor before transitioning to her current role as a Certified Nurse Assistant instructor. Shontina is a licensed medical assistant and clinical nursing assistant. She is also certified in CPR and as a patient care technician. Shontina is currently enrolled in school to further her education and to keep her skills sharp and up to date. She enjoys teaching because it is her way of giving back to young adults who have similar interests and who are taking steps to achieve great things in the medical field.

has worked with TCU/IAM Advanced Transportation for a few years and holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Becker College.

has worked with TCU/IAM Advanced Transportation for nearly 15 years and holds Bachelor of Arts and a Master of Arts degrees from Assumption University.

has worked with TCU/IAM Advanced Transportation for over 20 years and holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Fitchburg State College. She has immensely enjoyed the privilege of connecting hundreds of students to their careers in the transportation industry since joining the team.

works as Security Protective Services instructor with Shriver Job Corps Center. He started working for the Grafton Job Corps Center’s Security and Protective Services department in 2004, began teaching Security and Protective Services in 2009, then joined the Shriver team in 2017. Peter brings 23 years of experience in the security industry, including roles as shift supervisor, site supervisor, assistant account manager and safety/security officer, as well as certifications in Management of Assaultive Behavior, First Aid and CPR.