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TIEGERMAN SCHOOL
GLEN COVE, NY · EIN 112739039 · Form 990 · FY2024 · Very Large (>$50M) · tiegerman.org
revenue
$51.0M
expenses
$51.0M
net assets
$3.0M
employees
640
program ratio
89%
mission · from form 990

TIEGERMAN'S MOTTO, "GIVING OUR CHILDREN A VOICE", REFLECTS OUR GOAL TO MEET THE NEEDS OF PRESCHOOL AND SCHOOL AGE CHILDREN WITH SEVERE LANGUAGE AND AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDERS. WE BELIEVE THAT STUDENTS WITH AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDERS HAVE UNDERLYING LANGUAGE DISORDERS.

profile · synthesized from sources

Tiegerman School is a New York-based educational organization serving preschool through high school students with severe language and autism spectrum disorders. Founded in 1985, it provides individualized, language-rich instruction through its proprietary Tiegerman Language Method, integrating communication development across all subjects. The school also operates vocational training and adult residential programs, extending support into adulthood.

named programs · 3 · from sources

What they call their work

Tiegerman Community Services (TCS)
Adult services program offering day habilitation, pre-vocational training, and residential support for adults with developmental disabilities across Long Island and Queens
Tiegerman Language Method (TLM)
Transdisciplinary language-rich educational approach integrating communication development across all subjects, emphasizing critical thinking and social interaction over memorization
Vocational Training Program with PVH
Hands-on retail training in model Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger stores within schools, providing work-ready skills and internships in community retail settings
activities · 7 groups

What they do

  • Supported Employment for Developmental Disabilities 1 activity
    • Delivers vocational training, work readiness, and supported employment programs
      Provides vocational training, life-skills coaching, and supported employment for individuals with autism and developmental disabilities. Includes in-school retail programs and internships at Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger stores in partnership with PVH, offering real-world work experience for high school students.
  • Residential Support for Developmental Disabilities 1 activity
    • Develops residential housing for adults with developmental disabilities
      Plans and develops residential homes for adults with developmental disabilities, with three residences on Long Island designed to house six individuals each, supporting community reintegration and independent living.
  • Fundraising and Financial Support for IDD Services 1 activity
    • Funds construction of residential facilities for adults with developmental disabilities
      Funds the development of three residential homes on Long Island through support from the PVH Holiday Register Campaign, enabling housing and community integration for adults with developmental disabilities.
  • Admissions and Enrollment Support Services 1 activity
    • Offers admissions, family support, and parent liaison services
      Provides campus tours, admissions support, and guidance through the application process for families. Offers parent liaison services across all Tiegerman schools and programs to support families of students with developmental and learning disabilities.
  • Early Childhood Education & Development Programs 1 activity
    • Operates early childhood education programs including UPK and IEP-based preschool services
      Runs multiple preschool programs across New York using integrated and self-contained classroom models, providing Universal Prekindergarten (UPK) services and serving children with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) through referrals from local school districts and CPSE.
  • Day Habilitation Services 1 activity
    • Provides day habilitation and community integration services for adults with developmental disabilities
      Operates day habilitation services across Long Island and Queens, transporting adults with developmental disabilities via 26 minivans to community-based volunteer and work experiences, supporting their engagement and independence.
  • Special Education Support Services 1 activity
    • Provides special education services for children with language and autism spectrum disorders
      Offers preschool through 12th grade education using a language-based learning approach, individualized instruction, and small classroom settings (8:1:2 model) for students with severe language and developmental challenges. Programs align with New York State Learning Standards and include speech therapy, behavioral support, and structured learning environments.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$51.01M
Contributions & grants$1.68M3%
Program service revenue$48.95M96%
Investment income$170K0%
Other revenue$220K
expenses
Total expenses$50.99M
Program expenses89%
Admin / overhead10%
Fundraising1%
Salaries & benefits$44.36M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$37.18M
Cash$7.08M
Investments$188K
Liabilities$34.22M
Net assets$2.96M
Liquid reserves1.7 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +2.1%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

paid leadership · 11
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
ELLENMORRIS TIEGERMAN CEO 35 $425K
JEREMY TIEGERMAN COO 40 $417K
CHRISTINE RADZIEWICZ C.C.O 35 $356K
KAREN KATZMAN PRINCIPAL 40 $253K
LAUREN LEONARDI PROGRAM DIRECTOR 45 $243K
KRISTIN LYONS PRINCIPAL 40 $218K
JEFFREY SCOTT CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER 35 $206K
KURT STEIN FACILITIES DIRECTOR 35 $205K
MICHELLE NEITZ COORDINATOR SUPERVISOR 40 $198K
JOHN WAGNER PRINCIPAL 40 $176K
TOYA DAVIS BOARD MEMBER 40 $118K
board members · 12
  • DAVID FARBSTEIN — BOARD MEMBER
  • DENISE TEMBELIS — BOARD MEMBER
  • DOUGLAS FARBER — BOARD MEMBER
  • ELI SZUS — BOARD MEMBER
  • JAY PARKER — BOARD CHAIR
  • JIMMY ARAUJO — BOARD MEMBER
  • JOHN SCALFANI — BOARD MEMBER
  • JOSEPH FARBER ESQ — BOARD MEMBER, GENERAL COUNSEL
  • JOSEPH FICALORA — BOARD MEMBER
  • PAUL ROSEN — VICE CHAIRMAN & SECRETARY
  • TERI FRITZ — BOARD MEMBER
  • TODD JACKSON — BOARD MEMBER
relationships · 16

Who they work with

  • Adelphi University Partner — Dr. Ellenmorris Tiegerman is Professor Emeritus at Adelphi University's Derner Institute.
  • Admissions Team Partner — Internal team responsible for guiding families through the application process and reviewing applications.
  • Calvin Klein Partner — Partner company providing vocational training and work experiences for students.
  • Calvin Klein Partner — Partner in developing vocational training programs and model retail stores within Tiegerman schools.
  • Christina’s Animal Safe Haven Partner — Denise Tembelis, a Tiegerman school board volunteer, holds a board position at this local non-profit animal rescue organization.
  • Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE) Government — Collaborates with CPSE to determine eligibility and placement for preschool students with IEPs.
  • Connor’s Canine Cookies Partner — Community partner featuring student talent at Tiegerman events
  • National Association of Special Education Teachers Network — Recognized by NASET with the School of Excellence Award for commitment to excellence in special education.
  • New York State Education Department Government — Regulatory body requiring disclosure and compliance for the school.
  • PVH Partner — Partnership enabling students to run in-school retail stores and participate in internships with Tommy Hilfiger and Calvin Klein brands.
  • PVH Partner — Strategic partner collaborating with Tiegerman for over 10 years on vocational training and residential development initiatives.
  • Saint Catherine's Partner — Hosts the Tiegerman Preschool at Saint Catherine's location, indicating a collaborative site partnership.
  • Special Sweets Partner — Community partner featuring student talent at Tiegerman events
  • Tiegerman Network — Leadership team operates within the Tiegerman organization to support students with language and learning differences.
  • Tommy Hilfiger Partner — Partner company providing vocational training and work experiences for students.
  • Tommy Hilfiger Partner — Partner in developing vocational training programs and model retail stores within Tiegerman schools.
strategies · 3

How they approach the work

Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.

  • Language-First Developmental Model
    methodology: language_based_learning
    By prioritizing language development as the foundational skill in early childhood ("Language First"), we produce stronger communication, academic, and social outcomes, because undiagnosed language disorders are often misattributed to cognitive delay—correctly identifying and addressing them enables appropriate placement and unlocks learning potential.
  • Lifespan Support Through Family-Centered Engagement
    methodology: family_centered_model
    By engaging families as continuous partners from admissions through adulthood programming, we produce sustained trust and better outcomes across the lifespan, because family-centered decision-making builds confidence in enrollment and long-term commitment to services.
  • Transdisciplinary Language Integration (Tiegerman Language Method)
    methodology: tiegerman_language_method
    By embedding language development across all educational activities through a transdisciplinary approach, we produce holistic gains in communication, critical thinking, and social interaction, because language is not isolated but central to every domain of learning and independence.