Office and Support Staff
Ilesa Carvalho, English as a New Language (ENL) Teacher
My name is Ilesa Carvalho. I am the ENL teacher at AmPark. I came to AmPark from District 3 where I taught 3rd grade. When I first started my career I worked in the corporate industry. I never truly felt like I belonged there and never felt like I was making a contribution to anyone else’s life. I decided to become a teacher after rooming with someone who was going school to become a teacher herself. She spoke about her career choice with such passion and conviction that I enrolled in a masters program at The City College of New York in childhood education. From the first time I stepped into a classroom during an observation class I was hooked. I knew this is where I wanted to be and why this wonderful person who is now one of my best friends came into my life when she did. I have never worked so hard in my life as I have now as a teacher and I love every minute of it. I get to come to a school every day and work with kids who teach me as much as I teach them. We are always reading, writing, and researching. At AmPark I have the opportunity to be creative with my teaching and focus in on what the kids are interested in learning about. If you come into my classroom you will see a room full of individuals soaking up the educational experience that they are given and taking advantage of their learning.
Priya Chandrashaker, Instructional Coach
I first became interested in education while studying child development. As an undergraduate psychology major, I was placed in a child study daycare center where I learned about the many diverse learning styles of children. I had the opportunity to witness many academic, social, and emotional growths throughout the classroom, all so different from one another. Through this experience I gained an appreciation for individual differences and the array of classroom practices necessary to meet the specific needs of each student. I believe every child has the potential to succeed, and as an educator it's my goal to stretch that potential. With my developing passion for teaching, I continued to pursue teaching in the elementary grades.
At AmPark, I have had the opportunity to provide my students with an environment that supports them in many ways, all the while being engaged and having fun. If you ever visit my class, be sure to look hard. I often blend in with the rest of the kids, working on the floor! I appreciate the choice that I have as a teacher at AmPark to explore what the children are interested in and answer their questions. I have also especially enjoyed incorporating my personal interests and hobbies as well. Dancing and cooking are two personal touches that I've added to the class!
At AmPark, I have had the opportunity to provide my students with an environment that supports them in many ways, all the while being engaged and having fun. If you ever visit my class, be sure to look hard. I often blend in with the rest of the kids, working on the floor! I appreciate the choice that I have as a teacher at AmPark to explore what the children are interested in and answer their questions. I have also especially enjoyed incorporating my personal interests and hobbies as well. Dancing and cooking are two personal touches that I've added to the class!
Christina Laurato, SETSS / Science
Ana Veras, Guidance Counselor
Angie LeBron, Parent Coordinator
Damaris Scott, Secretary
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Meredith Craig, School Nurse
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Sandra Herrera, Family Worker
My Name is Sandra V. Herrera, and I have been with AmPark Neighborhood School since September of 2010. I was born and raised in the Dominican Republic , in a small little town called La Romana. I have a Bachelor’s Degree in Health Service Administration, from Monroe College. I graduated from Monroe College in 2005. I have been working on getting my Teachers Certificate. I love to read and spend time with friends and family.
I have two children. Chanelle is twenty-one and my son Luis is twenty-five.
I have been blessed to come to work every day with an amazing staff and wonderful students.
I have two children. Chanelle is twenty-one and my son Luis is twenty-five.
I have been blessed to come to work every day with an amazing staff and wonderful students.
Patricia Vera, Supervising School Aide
Maria Alvarez, School Aide
