Faculty and Staff

I was born in Washington, D.C., and raised in Montgomery County, Maryland. I have lived on both coasts of this beautiful country spending time as a resident in South Florida and also the bay area in California. I have been a Brooklyn local for almost seven years. I received my associate’s degree in early childhood education from Kingsborough Community College and am currently working toward my bachelor’s degree at Brooklyn College. I am a staunch supporter of students learning through play, social interaction, and inquiry. I have two daughters ages five years (Harper) and 19 months (Rose). I am excited to continue to grow my existing relationships, and form new ones, with The Co-op School community!

I was born in a small town in the Hudson Valley and developed a strong interest in art and painting at a young age. I attended Purchase College where I obtained a Bachelor of Fine Arts. I moved to New York City to seek out a career as a painter. I attended Hunter College and received a Master’s degree in Fine Arts in 2006. My world changed immediately as I discovered the joy of working with young children. I worked as a headteacher for three to five-year-olds at a head start program in West Harlem where I worked for six years. I completed my Master’s degree in early childhood education at City College. I found my way to Brooklyn where I joined The Co-op School. I have been working as a Pre-K teacher since 2013.

I’ve been at the Co-op School since 2016. I was born and raised in Chelsea, Manhattan. I have my Bachelor’s degree in social work and will be going back next spring to receive my Master’s degree in early childhood education. I enjoy reading and writing, and most of all I love spending time with my wonderful daughter.

I was born and raised in Brooklyn, NY. I earned my Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education. I have a passion and joy for working with children.In the past years,I have worked with students that were in pre-k and kindergarten. In these experiences, I have gained an appreciation for the various ways that children learn and their unique ways of expressing their knowledge. In my spare time, I enjoy trying new restaurants, reading, and spending time with family.

I fell in love with early childhood education while studying at Teachers College at Columbia University for my Master’s degree in general and special education. In the past, I have had the great joy of working and traveling with students from the ages of three months to six years old. I was born and raised in a suburb of Cleveland and have been living in New York since I was an undergraduate at Fordham University, where I studied communications and psychology. Currently, I live near Brooklyn Bridge Park and adore this beautiful borough that many of us call home. I recently earned my children’s yoga certification and cannot wait to share yoga and practice mindfulness with my students! I also love photography, so look out for lots of school-day photos.

I was born in Queens and currently live in Bedford-Stuyvesant with my wife, my two sons, Oliver and Finn, and three cats named Lily, Loki, and Mogwai. I have been teaching at The Co-op School since 2010. I studied secondary education/English at City University of New York–Queens College, and in 2019 I received my Master’s of Education. I love to skateboard, run in Prospect Park, take long road trips, eat outside, do woodwork, and spend time with my family. I play several instruments, including guitar, which I play regularly in the classroom!

I have been at The Co-op School since 2017 where I began as a summer camp and after-school teacher. This will be my third year teaching Pre-K, Go Crickets! I have a Bachelor’s degree in childhood education with a concentration in English. I plan to pursue a Master’s degree in special education this fall. In the classroom, I love to practice my Spanish, create art, play pretend, and read fun books. When I’m not in the classroom, I love to explore the city, read, spend time with my family and my four cats.

My name is Artazia Jackson. I also go by Tay. It’s a pleasure to be a part of the Co-op Family thus far! This will make my first full year with The Co-op family. I have 9 years of previous experience working with preschool & with special needs children. The atmosphere and environment here at Co-op has reignited my passion for teaching! Helping each child progress in all areas of their development, academic, social, language, and motor is a challenge that I am honored to accept daily. When I’m not working I’m out being very adventurous with my kids and other children that may be under my care/supervision. One of my summer highlights was me and my two little ones visiting 6 water parks. Just absolute fun. I look forward to working together with you as partners in your child’s growth and development.

I was born and raised in Queens, New York. I have been with The Co-op School for over five years, where I’ve taught in the classroom and at the summer camp. I recently graduated from Queens College with a Bachelor’s degree in English. I plan to start my Master’s degree in early childhood education at Brooklyn College next year. I am passionate about decolonizing education and making school a liberatory experience for students by centering BIPOC voices and celebrating each and every student’s unique self, family, and history.

I have a Bachelor’s degree in social work from Saint Francis College. Prior to joining the Co-op community, I taught classes online, and during my last semester of college, I worked at another preschool. Last year I worked as a floater/after-school teacher and had an awesome time and am looking forward to another great year! Having grown up in Brooklyn my whole life, I have a deep admiration for people, culture, and different types of music all around. During my free time, you can catch me biking around Brooklyn or across the Williamsburg Bridge.

I was born and raised in Puerto Rico before moving to Philadelphia at the age of 12. I received a Bachelor of Arts in Dance and Film from The New School. After graduating, I became a nanny and that led me to discover the joy of teaching! I have been teaching at The Co-op School for more than seven years. Every year, I hope to bring joy and laughter to the kids and lots of dance parties!

I have three years of experience working with children at Shire Village Camp, a sleep-away camp in the Berkshires. When I am not at school, you can find me playing piano, mandolin, or accordion, or exploring Brooklyn on my longboard!

Being an assistant teacher is what I feel strongly I am meant to do! Each year, I look forward to getting to know my students; helping them learn and grow in a new environment, gain independence and confidence, build friendships, develop in a new social environment, and learn new things! I have a 10-year-old daughter, Olivia, and have lived in Brooklyn for 12 years. I love museums, art, reading, music, movies, theater, and karaoke!

My name is Eliot Adams. I come from a diverse family background, born and raised in Brooklyn. I recently just moved to Crown Heights. I attended Dean college where I received my bachelor’s degree. During my free time I love coaching and playing sports. I also enjoy hanging out with my dog and letting her run wild at the park. Look forward to an exciting school year!

I grew up in Brooklyn with my four sisters and one brother, who I enjoy hanging out with. As a teacher, I value my responsibility to help promote joy in learning with the children in my classroom and very much enjoy collaborating with other teachers, who share that vision. I enjoy challenging myself to do new things in my spare time—whether it is trying new foods or a new place.

I was born and raised in Lower Manhattan, and I love New York City. I have a Bachelor’s degree in childhood education from St. Francis College. After graduating, I started my journey at The Co-op School as an after-school teacher. I then became a substitute teacher for the school. I love to be creative, sing and go on adventures in the city.

I graduated from Brooklyn College with a Bachelor’s degree in child and youth studies and a minor in sociology. I have been working with children in various environments for over seven years. A few fun facts about me are that I love to hang out with my family, friends, and my dog Skylar; I play the steel pan during my free time; and I love doing science experiments.

As a young adult, I aspired to be an artist. Needing to pay the bills, I had the opportunity to work with children as a preschool assistant teacher. To my surprise, I discovered a greater joy and creativity in education than I did in the hours spent toiling alone in a dusty studio. Fast forward, a decade later, I received my Master’s degree in childhood education from Bank Street College and moved on up to working with the big kids in elementary school. I love to foster a love of learning and a positive sense of self with the children that I work with. Outside of the classroom, I enjoy riding my bike, playing sports, exploring nature, and hanging out in Prospect Park. I may even bring out the watercolors every now and then.

I grew up in New Jersey, attended Columbia University, and moved to Brooklyn in 2009 after graduation—and I’m never leaving! I received my Master’s degree in early childhood and childhood general education from Bank Street College in 2019. I worked as an Associate Teacher at City and Country, first with four-year-olds, and then two years in first grade. I believe that learning should be fun, immersive, meaningful, and should help students understand their own identities, as well as those of others, to help them navigate the world in the future. I spend most of my free time cooking, trying to learn the ukulele, singing nonsense songs to my three cats, and binge-watching good TV with my husband.

I grew up on the West Coast, however, I have made my home here in Brooklyn. It is with devotion to progressive pedagogy and experience working in New York City independent schools that I’ve come to teach at The Co-op School. Through the years, I’ve worked with children in grades two to six as a classroom teacher and math/science specialist. I believe new knowledge is built on prior experience, meaningful learning occurs when working with authentic problems, quality work requires high standards, and diversity among learners must be celebrated. I have a Master’s degree in education from Bank Street College, alongside a Bachelor’s degree in environmental science and mathematics from the University of California, Santa Barbara. The outdoors, basketball, jokes, games, and the people in my life bring me great joy.

I grew up in Oregon and studied visual arts before deciding to become a teacher.  I still love to draw and paint, but after volunteering at local public schools and tutoring in afterschool programs, I recognized my passion for teaching and working with kids. I received a master’s degree from Oregon State University in teaching with a focus in Elementary Education and ESOL. I have since held various teaching positions; I was a Math/Reading Specialist in Portland, Oregon, and more recently, I taught ESL in Queens, and 3rd Grade in Stone Ridge, NY. I spend much of my summers exploring trails and campgrounds, and recording music at home or with friends.

I am from White Plains, New York. I like to read, watch television, and hang out in Central Park. I have an undergraduate degree in political science and a Master’s degree in elementary education from the Bank Street College of Education. In summers, I spend a bunch of time outside hiking, reading, and relaxing.

I was born and raised on Long Island, and have always loved working with children. I recently earned my Masters in Early Childhood Education and Childhood General Education from Bank Street College. Prior to that, I received my BA from Davidson College. I have previously taught in Kindergarten, 1st and 4th grade classrooms. I am passionate about fostering positive relationships between children’s school, home, and community.

I was born and raised in Brooklyn. I feel so lucky to be working with students during their most formative ages. I have degrees in dance and interdisciplinary arts for children and a Master’s degree in early childhood education. Within the past few years, I have traveled to Ghana, Mexico, and Israel, exploring new cultures, dance styles, and different languages. I believe strongly in a learning environment that fosters joy, celebrates beautiful mistakes, and allows students to take risks while learning and growing into their identities

 I was raised in Brooklyn,  N.Y. , born in Guyana, South America. My passion is teaching and working with children, helping them to reach their highest potentials, no matter their challenges.  I have spent my life advocating for parents and community rights. I advocate for community control of schools.  I believe in accountable teachers, accountable parents and accountable students.. I conduct activities to increase parent and community awareness about our  schools.   I hold a BA with a concentration in  Psychology from The College of New Rochelle.  I am currently pursuing a master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy  at Northcentral University.

I am the youngest of three children and was born in a military hospital in the wonderful country of Panama. At the age of two, I moved with my family to the United States where I lived for the next three years until my family was reassigned to a new post in Berlin, Germany. In all, I have enjoyed living in seven states and four countries, which has made me appreciate cultural diversity. This appreciation has shaped my approach toward working with young people in the classroom.

I graduated from Beloit College in May 2006 with a Bachelor’s of Arts in education youth studies with a teacher certification in Spanish from the state of Wisconsin. The following year, I began pursuing a Master’s of Arts in Educational, Leadership, Policy and Politics from Teachers College, Columbia University. Since then, I have worked with families and their children as a classroom teacher, researcher, and private tutor for almost a decade.

When I’m away from the classroom, I enjoy reading, cooking, watching horror movies, playing chess, hiking, and playing Ultimate!

After studying history at Wheaton College, Massachusetts, I went on to pursue my teaching credentials at Bank Street College but not before teaching math in Hartford, Connecticut, and later working with students on the autism spectrum in Manhattan. After student teaching at Brooklyn New School and then two years as an assistant teacher in the Fourth Grade at Brooklyn Friends School, I’ve amassed quite a range of experiences to draw from while now teaching at The Co-op School. My favorite parts of teaching Fourth Grade are creative and narrative writing. I like to play guitar, see live music, swim, run, write, complete the crossword, and spend time with my son, John, and wife, Kate, as well as other family and friends here in the city.

After studying American history at Brooklyn College, I worked as a teacher in various school settings. I have experience teaching nearly all grades—from kindergarten to eighth grade. I  love of teaching, and I am invested in the growth of all students. I love the community here at The Co-op School. It has truly become a family to me.

I grew up in the San Francisco Bay Area and in Sacramento. I graduated from UC Berkeley with a Bachelor’s in English literature. While in college, I began a career as a professional musician. I enjoyed a busy time in the music business writing, recording, and performing on tour around the US and Europe. I moved to New York City and began working as a session singer. I became a mentor for tween and teen girls in the Lower East Side. I loved the work and especially the collaboration with the public schools in Alphabet City. I decided to formalize my work with children and entered NYU Steinhardt. I graduated with a dual master’s in special education and general education for grades 1-6.

I was born and raised in the San Francisco Bay Area to parents who had immigrated to California from El Salvador. I attended San Francisco State University, where I earned a Bachelor of Arts. in arts education, then moved to Brooklyn in 2004. After almost eight years of teaching high school art and design, I entered New York University Steinhardt School and earned a Master of Arts in arts education. I have exhibited my artwork and painted murals nationally and internationally and I continue to practice my art in Brooklyn, where I live with my wife, Adia, and our two beautiful children (currently at The Co-op School!)

I am a Brooklynite born and bred, straight from the heart of Bed-Stuy! I have been in education since 2001; teaching pre-K, Kindergarten, First Grade, and High School over that span. I have a Bachelor’s degree in psychology from Emory University in Atlanta. I taught there for two years after I graduated, then I returned to New York to earn my Master’s degree in childhood education from CUNY Hunter College School of Education. I have coached a number of sports, including soccer, basketball, flag football, and track. I am also a certified personal and group fitness instructor. I love teaching exercise and movement and am looking forward to spreading this love throughout the Co-op community!

I was born in Québec and lived in Montreal for many years, where I received my Bachelor’s of Arts in translation before moving to New York City 16 years ago. I then worked as a french translator and a cultural consultant until my volunteering work inspired me to become a teacher in French immersion schools four years ago. I am currently pursuing a Master’s degree in childhood education at Hunter College and am thrilled to guide our first graders through their joyful investigations and explorations. In my free time, I enjoy cooking and baking (mostly because eating is my favorite activity!), reading, going on hikes with my family, practicing tae kwon do and teaching my children French.

I’m originally from Minneapolis but spent much of my childhood in Vancouver, British Columbia. I earned a Bachelor’s degree in history at Duke University and worked in book publishing before then earning a Master’s degree in childhood education at Bank Street College of Education. I have taught First and Second Grades in Manhattan and New Jersey, and most recently worked in Literacy Intervention at the Brooklyn New School. I live in Clinton Hill with my husband, two daughters, and our Havanese dog. I love that my role as Literacy Specialist at The Co-op School combines the joys of working with children and teachers with my lifelong love of reading!

I am a New York native and grew up on Long Island. I have a Bachelor’s degree in childhood education from Oneonta State College and a Master’s degree in special education from Hofstra University. My journey at The Co-op School began in 2013, when I started working with preschool students as a SEIT. My love for the community was instant—so much so that I moved to Brooklyn from Long Beach. In my free time, I enjoy traveling, exploring local neighborhoods, and trying new restaurants. I am so proud to be part of the Co-op community!

I am a Bank Street graduate coming from P.S. 235, where I worked as a classroom teacher, math teacher, math staff developer and coach, and, finally, as an assistant principal for the last 30 years!

I am a native New Yorker from Queens who always had a passion for education. Prior to joining The Co-op School, I worked in various realms of Education and found my niche as a counselor . In 2018 I earned my Masters degree at New York University for School Counseling. When I’m not Counseling , I enjoy reading/writing, kick-boxing, cooking and traveling . This year I look forward to optimizing the experience of education for all students, as well as helping create great citizens of our community.