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Each Academy is a little different. Here's what makes us unique:
Aniya Autrey-Richmond, Assistant Teacher
My name is Aniya. I'm originally from St. Louis, Missouri. My talents are dancing, playing the flute, designing clothes, drawing, and painting!... Read More
My name is Aniya. I'm originally from St. Louis, Missouri. My talents are dancing, playing the flute, designing clothes, drawing, and painting! I transferred schools a lot and didn't have many luxuries growing up, but I kept myself busy. I want to work at Kiddie Academy because everyone has different problems and challenges, I want to be there emotionally and physically for those children. I want to be a child therapist and I thnk this is a great start! I want to watch and osberve children in action. I want to know what triggers certain reactions, I find that very interesting!
Bianca Carvalho, Support Teacher
Hello My name is Bianca and I am currently 22 years old. I have my Associates Degree in Psychology and am currently... Read More
Hello My name is Bianca and I am currently 22 years old. I have my Associates Degree in Psychology and am currently working on my Bachelor's at Capella University. I had previously worked in childcare for the past 2 1/2 years and have greatly missed it. I am excited to be working with children again! Thank you for the opportunity, everyone here is great!
Cheryice Henderson, Lead Teacher
Hello, my name is Cheryice Henderson. I am happy to be working with children again. This is truly my passion. I like... Read More
Hello, my name is Cheryice Henderson. I am happy to be working with children again. This is truly my passion. I like to learn from children as well. Children can teach us valuable lessons. When I am not educating, in my free time i enjoy spending my time with my niece. She is my mini-me. The bbeach is my happy place. I also have a license in cosmetology. I've helped build a house for Habitat for Humanity. I've heard a lot of great things about Kiddie Academy and believe we would be a great fit!
Jacquelyn Smith, Support Teacher
Hello I am Jacquelyn I am a mother of 2. I have a backgroud in Theater Arts and am a professionally trained... Read More
Hello I am Jacquelyn I am a mother of 2. I have a backgroud in Theater Arts and am a professionally trained actress and singer. I am excited to work at Kiddie Acadmey and am thrilled to be instrumental in the development of children!
Janae Smith, Support Teacher
I would like to introduce myself; my name is Janae Smith. I am currently a rising senior at Montclair State University. I... Read More
I would like to introduce myself; my name is Janae Smith. I am currently a rising senior at Montclair State University. I am studying computer science. My goal is to become a coding teacher and to own my own business building websites and apps. I am excited to join the Kiddie Academy staff. I believe this center will be a great start on my career path!
Kaila Davila, Office Assistant
Hello! My name is Kaila, I am currently a student at UCC working on my degree in Journalism and PR. I've worked... Read More
Hello! My name is Kaila, I am currently a student at UCC working on my degree in Journalism and PR. I've worked in education for the past 5 years as a floater, assistant teacher, and lead teacher for infants and toddlers- though most of my experience is with children between 12-24 months. I am a painter, avid book reader, gardener, and community helper! I love working at Kiddie Academy as it gives me the opportunity to broaden my understanding of childcare and the ins and outs of ho to run a center!
Maria Meco, Support Teacher
Hello my name is Maria. I was born and raised in Portugal, and moved to America at 11. I'm currently a senior... Read More
Hello my name is Maria. I was born and raised in Portugal, and moved to America at 11. I'm currently a senior in high school and hope to go to college to be a lawyer. I'm the oldest of my generation so I have always taken care of children. I love working with kids because I find them facinating. I love seeing kids learn new things and the excitement that it brings them!
Mayra Cabrera, Assistant Teacher
Hello everyone, my name is Mayra. I am 24 years old. As a Latina Migrant, I know how difficult it is to... Read More
Hello everyone, my name is Mayra. I am 24 years old. As a Latina Migrant, I know how difficult it is to get used to the new stages of life in a new country. Kiddie Academy has made my dreams come true, being surrounded by children that need me. I can help them in their development in school and life.
Naimah Odom, Support teacher
My name is Namiah. I just finished my second year at Kean University. My major is Speech Language and Hearing Sciences. When... Read More
My name is Namiah. I just finished my second year at Kean University. My major is Speech Language and Hearing Sciences. When I finish my Bchelor's I plan to continue my education and start a Master's program to be a Speech Pathologist with school age children. I want to work at Kiddie Academy to gain experience working with children.
Nia Marshall, Assistant Teacher
My name is Nia Marshall, I am a sophmore at Montclair State University. I am there to recievemy degree in Psychology, with... Read More
My name is Nia Marshall, I am a sophmore at Montclair State University. I am there to recievemy degree in Psychology, with a fcus in child/adolescents study. I began owrking with children at age 14 and since then, I was always drawn to working in a school environment with many different ages. I developed my enjoyment to work with children as I am an older sister to 3 of my siblings. I want to work at Kiddie Academy to gain knowledge and memories in the childcare settting.
Zahirah Sharif, Assistant Director
Hello my name is Zahirah. I have always had a passion for teaching. My favorite pastime as a child was to play... Read More
Hello my name is Zahirah. I have always had a passion for teaching. My favorite pastime as a child was to play school with my cousins and I would always be the teacher. I have a Bachelor of Arts in English from Montclair State University. I also minored in American Sign Language. I have over 18 years experience in the education field. I have worked with children age ranging from 18 months- 16 years old. I am a proud mom of a beautiful baby girl named Aubrey Blu. I love art and creating masterpieces. My years in classrooms lead me to different leadership roles in childcare. I want to bestow my knowledge of classroom management and strategic teaching methods onto teachers so I can have an impact on not only children, but teachers as well. I am very excited to join the Kiddie Academy family because of its diversity in staff as well as students.
Amber Sanders, Support Teacher
Hello my name is Zahirah. I have always had a passion for teaching. My favorite pastime as a child was to play school with my cousins and I would always be the teacher. I have a Bachelor of Arts in English from Montclair State University. I also minored in American Sign Language. I have over 18 years experience in the education field. I have worked with children age ranging from 18 months- 16 years old. I am a proud mom of a beautiful baby girl named Aubrey Blu. I love art and creating masterpieces. My years in classrooms lead me to different leadership roles in childcare. I want to bestow my knowledge of classroom management and strategic teaching methods onto teachers so I can have an impact on not only children, but teachers as well. I am very excited to join the Kiddie Academy family because of its diversity in staff as well as students.
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