Co-Dean of Faculty, Summer Program

Ceora Wearing-Moore is a dynamic teacher, writer, and speaker who has been in the field of education for 20 years. At GFS, she serves as Co-Chair of the English Department and as a Middle School English Teacher and Advisor. In the summer, she is the Co-Dean of Faculty at Breakthrough of Greater Philadelphia. Ceora is known for her engaging lessons and unique teaching style that incorporates student interests to make challenging content more accessible while holding students to high scholastic and behavioral standards. She strives to create a vibrant and rigorous learning environment where even reluctant learners find joy, develop grit, and show academic growth.

Ceora has served in a broad range of educational organizations throughout her career including non-profit community outreach programs, institutions of higher education, Philadelphia charter and public schools, and now, independent schools. Ceora is a proud graduate of Bennett College, an HBCU, where she earned a Bachelor of English degree. Ceora also holds a Master of Education from Temple University and a Pennsylvania Certification in Secondary English Education.

Why Breakthrough

I chose Breakthrough because I truly believe in its dual mission. Not only does Breakthrough provide an opportunity for underserved students to receive academic enrichment but it also provides potential teachers with an authentic view of what it actually means to be a teacher. More than ever, our students need and deserve passionate and capable educators who are ready for the challenge of uplifting, educating, and empowering the minds that will shape our future. This mission speaks to the very heart of Breakthrough and I am honored to be a part of it.

Fun Fact

My sister and I were born on the same day, four years apart. Birthday twins!