A Baltimore high school English teacher is facing intense scrutiny after explicit content from his personal social media accounts surfaced, sparking outrage among parents and conservative groups. James Roman Stilipec, who uses the online alias “Jay Aress,” teaches ninth-grade students at Reach! Partnership School, and his online activity has raised serious questions about his professional conduct.
Stilipec, a veteran of the U.S. Navy, regularly posts videos on platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube showcasing a provocative persona. These videos, brought to light by concerned citizens, feature him in elaborate costumes and engaging in role-play scenarios that many find deeply inappropriate for an educator.
Among the most disturbing content are videos depicting Stilipec wearing prosthetic breasts and a fake pregnancy belly, often accompanied by suggestive hashtags. He has publicly referred to his breast implants as his “hooters,” and appears to embrace a hyper-feminine presentation in his online life.
One compilation shows him tenderly cradling a prosthetic pregnancy belly, while another features him displaying a large breastplate prosthetic, reminiscent of a similar controversy involving a Canadian teacher. Though he doesn’t appear to wear these prosthetics while teaching, a profile picture shows him in revealing clothing near a classroom bulletin board.
A heated video conference with concerned TikTok users revealed accusations that Stilipec was “roping in the public to participate in their fetish.” He denied these claims, but the confrontation underscores the depth of concern surrounding his online behavior and its potential impact on students.
Beyond the visual content, Stilipec’s online presence extends to more explicit material. His YouTube channel includes videos of him gaming while wearing revealing outfits, and he has authored a series of BDSM fantasy novels under his alias, exploring themes of dominance and submission.
Stilipec has publicly discussed undergoing brief hormonal therapy, but stated he has no plans for further medical interventions. His past marriage to a woman adds another layer to the complexity of his public persona and the questions it raises about his suitability as a teacher.
The school, Baltimore City Public Schools, and the PTA have remained silent in the face of mounting criticism, leaving parents feeling ignored and frustrated by the apparent lack of oversight. This silence has only amplified the outrage and demands for accountability.
While many of Stilipec’s social media accounts have been made private, his Facebook profile remains publicly accessible, continuing to fuel the controversy and prompting calls for his removal from the classroom. The situation highlights a growing concern about the boundaries between personal expression and professional responsibility for educators.