Originally from New Jersey, Hillary and her husband Chris now reside in New Haven, Vermont. There, Hillary taught at a private school in New Jersey before teaching  fourth grade at a public school. Hillary, Chris, and their two daughters spent many summers at their summer home where they became part of the small town community of Rochester, Vermont and that of a full season summer camp, where Hillary taught ceramics and sports. Hillary enjoys reading, music, sports, and spending as much time as possible outdoors.