Staff Directory

Child Study Team Staff

Kevin Ahearn

Director of Special Services

kevin.ahearn@lodi.k12.nj.us 973-473-7093 x0

I am extremely excited about the opportunity to serve as Lodi Public Schools Supervisor of Special Services. I am looking forward to working collaboratively with our students, parents, teachers, and the entire Lodi community. I have been in the field of special education for the past 19 years. I began my career as a Child Study Team School Social Worker in Passaic Public Schools. My administrative experiences have consisted of serving as Vice Principal at Rutgers Day School, Supervisor of Special Services Pre-k - 12 at West Milford Township Public Schools, and most recently as Director of Special Services Pre-k - 12 at Palisades Park Public Schools.

I have a 20 year clinical background servicing students and families, working in the field of mental health and social services. I possess a Master of Arts Degree in Administration and Supervision from Montclair State University coupled with New Jersey Principal, Supervisor, and School Social Work certificates. I am passionate about providing our students with the most appropriate educational programs and services, while individually addressing their developmental needs.

Mr. Mendez resides in Wayne with his wife Jennifer, and is the proud father of three sons and a daughter.