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Welcome
A message from Head of School David Egolf and Assistant Head of School Mansi Vasa.
DEIB
Our commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
About Corlears
Learn about Corlears School's history, educational philosophy, mission, core values, and more.
Faculty and Staff
Meet our faculty and staff and explore the directory.
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Admissions Overview
Everything prospective families need to know about Corlears admissions.
How to Apply
Outlining the admissions processes for each of our academic programs, from toddlers through fifth grade.
Events and Webinars
Visit our campus and go inside the curriculum with school leadership. 
TEAM Tuition Model
Changing the paradigm from financial aid to equitable tuition level-setting for all families.
Quick Links
Toddler Application
Outplacement
TADS
Ravenna
Early Childhood Division
Toddler
The Toddler program for ages 12–24 months celebrates the way toddlers learn best: through the art of play and wonderment.
Nursery
The Nursery program fosters the natural wonder and curiosity of 2- and 3-year-olds.
PreK
Empowering children to become even greater participants in their learning and school community.
Elementary Division
Kindergarten
As Corlears students enter the all-important elementary years, it’s all about making connections and building independence.
Elementary
Building the foundation kids need to fall in love with learning and gain confidence for everything to come.
Middle School Outplacement
Comprehensive, individualized support for all Corlears graduates.
Auxiliary Programs
Camp Corlears
Classic summer fun with plenty of outdoor play, arts and crafts, and fun with friends. Led by Corlears teachers. Open to all.
Corlears Plus
All about the before- and after-school care available to families enrolled at Corlears.
Learn. Play. Grow.
Free family activities available on select Saturdays throughout the school year.
See Complete Program Overview
Board of Trustees
Meet the volunteer Board of Trustees and learn more about the committees and structures that govern Corlears School.
School Calendar
Events, holidays, and school closings.
Families Association
Corlears families are important members of our school community, and we offer a number of ways to get involved.
Alumni
How to get connected and stay involved with Corlears School's alumni community.
Ways to Support
Corlears is a small school, but our community has a big heart — and many ways to get involved.
Make a Donation
Every dollar has a lasting impact — not just on  students attending Corlears today, but on all children who come through our doors.
Volunteer
There are a variety of opportunities available for current and alumni community members to get involved by volunteering their time. 

THE ROAD TO OUR FIRST ENDOWMENT

The Tuition Equity Fund (TEF) will serve as the foundation for Corlears School’s first-ever endowment. Corlears has committed significant resources to become the leading school for young children driven by diversity and equity. 

Through the Tuition Equity Fund, we strive to cultivate inclusion and belonging for all community members for generations to come. Your support of the TEF brings to life our vision of a vibrant and connected community like no other in New York City.

Learn More About the Tuition Equity Fund
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Faculty and Staff

Learn more about Corlears School's impressive faculty expertise and explore our staff directory.
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Without a doubt, our faculty are the single most impactful part of the Corlears journey. They hold the highest degrees in childhood education, and through Corlears’ commitment to professional development and training, they have an exceptional level of expertise not typically found in most early years educational settings. They also love what they do — and it shows.

Faculty Expertise

All Corlears faculty have a baseline in training that extends well beyond their graduate degrees. All teachers take part in training related to the core programs and approaches at their respective age levels. Teachers have engaged in a variety of PD offerings through NYSAIS, including but not limited to the following organizations:


We are a professional learning community that engages one another in bringing theory to practice as we meet during weekly staff meetings and on professional development days dedicated to teacher training and development in various areas. Leadership within the educational program is provided through our Assistant Head of School, Division Directors, and Student Success Team in partnership with coaches, specialists, service providers and psychologists.

Experience and Qualifications

All Head Teachers hold Master's degrees in early childhood or elementary education. Associate Teachers interested in becoming Head Teachers are often working toward — or are enrolled in — Master's degree programs. Many teachers have additional, dual, or advanced degrees and certifications.

We Don’t Just Teach Subjects — We Teach Students

Every student brings with them different talents, interests, abilities, and learning styles. At Corlears, we go beyond the classroom to ensure children receives individualized attention.

In fact, all teachers partner with families to learn about children’s personal interests as they begin to build a bridge between home and school, then incorporate aspects of the children’s home life into their studies and spaces.

This extra effort is what makes learning more meaningful and effective, and is just one small part of what makes Corlears different from the rest.

Corlears School's Collaborative Environment

As children get older and develop emotionally and cognitively, we work with the whole child and challenge them academically, socially, and emotionally. Teachers partner with each other and families to help each child be their best. Collaboration across disciplines is also common, as teachers design a specific curricula based upon the developmental stages of children as well as their particular needs.

Every teacher is an expert in their field, with a solid and well-rounded understanding of child development. We create classrooms where students are able to take risks and embark upon challenges that help them learn deeply, and make meaning beyond memorization. In addition, partnerships with families are forged through regular communication and sharing of the learning process.

Meet the Team

Our full staff directory is below, sorted alphabetically by first name. Click on the photos to learn more about these members of our vibrant and inclusive community.

Alicia Chevoor, Early Childhood Associate Teacher, 2s/3s
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Alicia Chevoor Early Childhood Associate Teacher, 2s/3s

Pronouns: She/her

Teaching since: 2020

At Corlears since: 2022

Alicia Chevoor Early Childhood Associate Teacher, 2s/3s
Ariel Grossman, Roots Head Teacher (1)
TOUCH
Ariel Grossman Toddler Head Teacher & Movement Teacher

Pronouns: She/her

Teaching since: 2006

At Corlears since: 2018

Ariel Grossman Toddler Head Teacher & Movement Teacher
Benna Cheung, Early Childhood Head Teacher, 2s/3s
TOUCH
Benna Cheung Early Childhood Head Teacher, 2s/3s

Pronouns: She/her

Teaching since: 2010

At Corlears since: 2017

Benna Cheung Early Childhood Head Teacher, 2s/3s
Betty Baez, Early Childhood Classroom Teaching Assistant, 2s/3s
TOUCH
Betty Baez Early Childhood Classroom Teaching Assistant, 2s/3s

Teaching since: 1989

At Corlears since: 1989

Betty Baez Early Childhood Classroom Teaching Assistant, 2s/3s
Irene Jiang, Fourth Grade Head Teacher
TOUCH
Irene Jiang, M.S.Ed. Fourth Grade Head Teacher

Pronouns: She/her

Teaching since: 2020

At Corlears since: 2023

Irene Jiang, M.S.Ed. Fourth Grade Head Teacher
Jameel Johnson, Elementary Associate Teacher (2)
TOUCH
Jameel Johnson PreK Associate Teacher

Pronouns: He/him

Teaching since: 2005

At Corlears since: 2020

Jameel Johnson PreK Associate Teacher
Jasmyn Green
TOUCH
Jasmyn Green Kindergarten Associate Teacher

Pronouns: She/Her

Teaching since: 2012

At Corlears since: 2023

Jasmyn Green Kindergarten Associate Teacher
Jennifer Florez, Music Teacher
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Jennifer Florez Music Teacher

Pronouns: She/her

Teaching since: 1996

At Corlears since: 2021

Jennifer Florez Music Teacher
Joshua Penn, Fifth Grade Head Teacher
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Joshua Penn Fifth Grade Head Teacher

Pronouns: He/him

Teaching since: 2016

At Corlears since: 2017

Joshua Penn Fifth Grade Head Teacher
Katie Cheek, Science Teacher
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Katie Cheek, M.S.Ed Science Teacher

Pronouns: She/her

Teaching since: 2010

At Corlears since: 2024

Katie Cheek, M.S.Ed Science Teacher
Kendra Torres, Auxiliary Activities Teacher
TOUCH
Kendra Torres Studio Art Teacher
Kendra Torres Studio Art Teacher
Leah Rice, Early Childhood Associate Teacher, 4s/5s
TOUCH
Leah Rice Early Childhood Associate Teacher, 3/4s

Pronouns: She/her

Teaching Since: 2020

At Corlears Since: 2024

 

Leah Rice Early Childhood Associate Teacher, 3/4s
Maureen Mervil, First Grade Head Teacher
TOUCH
Maureen Mervil, M.S.Ed. First Grade Head Teacher

Pronouns: She/her

Teaching since: 2011

At Corlears since: 2023

Maureen Mervil, M.S.Ed. First Grade Head Teacher
Michelle Malakoff, PreK Head Teacher
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Michelle Malakoff PreK Head Teacher

Pronouns: She/her

Teaching since: 2010

At Corlears since: 2016

Michelle Malakoff PreK Head Teacher
Noelia Fernandez Elementary Special Education Teacher
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Noelia Fernandez Elementary Special Education Teacher
Pronouns: She/ her
 
Teaching Since: 2014
 
At Corelars Since: 2025
Noelia Fernandez Elementary Special Education Teacher
Nyesha Hunt, Early Childhood Head Teacher, 3s
TOUCH
Nyesha Hunt Early Childhood Head Teacher, 3/4s

Pronouns: She/her

Teaching since: 2015

At Corlears since: 2016

Nyesha Hunt Early Childhood Head Teacher, 3/4s
Olympia Hamlor, Elementary Head Teacher
TOUCH
Olympia Hamlor, M.S.Ed. Kindergarten Head Teacher

Pronouns: She/her

Teaching since: 2013

At Corlears since: 2018

Olympia Hamlor, M.S.Ed. Kindergarten Head Teacher
Samantha Campbell, Early Childhood Head Teacher, 2s
TOUCH
Samantha Campbell Early Childhood Head Teacher, 3/4s

Pronouns: She/her

Teaching since: 2012

At Corlears since: 2012

Samantha Campbell Early Childhood Head Teacher, 3/4s
Sandra Lewin, PE Teacher
TOUCH
Sandy Lewin PE Teacher

Pronouns: She/her

Teaching since: 1997

At Corlears since: 1997

Sandy Lewin PE Teacher
Sasha Krantz, Early Childhood Head Teacher, 4s/5s
TOUCH
Sasha Krantz Third Grade Head Teacher

Pronouns: She/her

Teaching since: 2018

At Corlears since: 2022

Sasha Krantz Third Grade Head Teacher
Shanna Scott
TOUCH
Shanna Scott, Ed.S. Second Grade Head Teacher

Pronouns: She/her

Teaching since: 2000

At Corlears since: 2020

Shanna Scott, Ed.S. Second Grade Head Teacher
Silvia Castillo, Spanish Teacher
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Silvia Castillo Spanish Teacher

Pronouns: She/her

Teaching since: 2004

At Corlears since: 2022

Silvia Castillo Spanish Teacher
Susan From, Toddler Associate Teacher
TOUCH
Susan From Toddler Associate Teacher

Pronouns: She/her

Teaching since: 2003

At Corlears since: 2021

Susan From Toddler Associate Teacher
Alex Gelman, Director of Program Operations
TOUCH
Alex Gelman Director of Program OperationsTeaching since: 2009

At Corlears since: 2016
Alex Gelman Director of Program Operations
Alyssa Bianca-Pavley, Development and Communications Associate
TOUCH
Alyssa Bianca-Pavley Development and Communications Associate

Pronouns: She/her

At Corlears since: 2024

Alyssa Bianca-Pavley Development and Communications Associate
Amanda Quinn Banks, Admissions and Outplacement Associate
TOUCH
Amanda Quinn Banks Admissions and Outplacement Associate

Pronouns: She/her

At Corlears since: 2022

Amanda Quinn Banks Admissions and Outplacement Associate
Avery Bonner, School Psychologist
TOUCH
Avery Bonner, Ed.M., NCSP School Psychologist

Pronouns: She/her

At Corlears since: 2023

Avery Bonner, Ed.M., NCSP School Psychologist
Brenndon Knox, Auxiliary Programs Coordinator
TOUCH
Brenndon Knox Auxiliary Programs Coordinator

Pronouns: He/him

Teaching since: 2016

At Corlears since: 2023

Brenndon Knox Auxiliary Programs Coordinator
Brinton Parson
TOUCH
Brinton Parson Admissions & Outplacement Consultant

Pronouns: She/Her

At Corlears since: 2025

Brinton Parson Admissions & Outplacement Consultant
Charles Butler
TOUCH
Charles Butler Facilities Support

Pronouns: He/him

At Corlears since: 2023

Charles Butler Facilities Support
Colleen Goddard, Early Childhood Division Coordinator
TOUCH
Colleen Goddard, Ph.D. Early Childhood Division Coordinator & Developmental Specialist

Pronouns: She/her

Teaching since: 1994

At Corlears since: 2021

Colleen Goddard, Ph.D. Early Childhood Division Coordinator & Developmental Specialist
David Egolf, Head of School
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David Egolf Head of School

Pronouns: He/him

Teaching since: 1993

At Corlears since: 2014

David Egolf Head of School
Debora Everett-Jones, School Receptionist
TOUCH
Debora Everett-Jones School Receptionist

Pronouns: She/her

At Corlears since: 2023

Debora Everett-Jones School Receptionist
Elliot Davila, Facilities Support
TOUCH
Elliot Davila Facilities SupportAt Corlears since: 2019
Elliot Davila Facilities Support
Eunice Armstrong, Director of Finance and Business Operations
TOUCH
Eunice Armstrong Director of Finance and Business Operations
Eunice Armstrong Director of Finance and Business Operations
Kelvin DeSilva, Facilities Director
TOUCH
Kelvin DeSilva Facilities DirectorAt Corlears since: 2021
Kelvin DeSilva Facilities Director
Mansi Vasa, Associate Head of School, Director of Equity & Inclusion (1)-1
TOUCH
Mansi Vasa Associate Head of School and Director of Educational Program

Pronouns: She/her

Teaching since: 2004

At Corlears since: 2019

Mansi Vasa Associate Head of School and Director of Educational Program
Megan Guttersohn, Communications Director
TOUCH
Megan Guttersohn Director of Communications

Pronouns: She/her

At Corlears since: 2019

Megan Guttersohn Director of Communications
Nashali Castillo
TOUCH
Nashali Castillo, RN, BSN School Nurse

Pronouns: She/her

At Corlears since: 2022

Nashali Castillo, RN, BSN School Nurse
Nyasha Quinones, Employee Relations Manager, HR Associate
TOUCH
Nyasha Quinones, SHRM-CP Human Resources Manager

Pronouns: She/her

At Corlears since: 2016

Nyasha Quinones, SHRM-CP Human Resources Manager
Ramya Annam (1)-1-1
TOUCH
Ramya Annam Admissions & Outplacement Coordinator

Pronouns: She/her

At Corlears since: 2024

Ramya Annam Admissions & Outplacement Coordinator
Renée Reid-Nicholson
TOUCH
Renée Reid-Nicholson Director of Admissions

Pronouns: She/her

At Corlears since: 2025

Renée Reid-Nicholson Director of Admissions
Yris Osoria, Facilities Support
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Yris Osoria Facilities Support
Yris Osoria Facilities Support
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