Rachel Bruttig has over a decade of experience teaching both middle school and high school. She’s committed to developing critical thinking, cultural awareness, and empathy among students while encouraging them to connect history, literature, and current events to their own lives. Rachel is focused on empowering students to become active citizens who understand the importance […]
Gerard has been working within youth enrichment programming for over a decade. Before working at Bank Street, Gerard worked at Turn 2 Foundation and the National Urban League, overseeing academic and career development programming. He enjoys modern jazz, traditional hip-hop, and soul food. Educational Background Hunter College, BA Economics/BA Media Studies Hunter College, MS, Urban […]
Dana (she/her/hers) started as the Associate Director of Operations, Finance and Analytics for Children’s Programs in 2024. Dana is a Native New Yorker, from Harlem where she was born, raised, and still calls home. Dana is driven by a profound passion for knowledge, the ever-evolving landscape of technology, the complexities of the human psyche, and […]
Paige taught 2s for a year on Long Island and is currently obtaining her master’s degree at Bank Street Graduate School of Education. In her free time, Paige loves to read, tap dance, sew, and travel. She looks forward to making memories with the 7/8s. Educational Background Kent State University, BA Bank Street Graduate School […]
Irene has been teaching Spanish in the Upper School since 2005. She is passionate about languages and sociolinguistics. Her love for exploring new cultures shines through in her teaching, as she often draws on her experience living and traveling abroad. Outside of the classroom, Irene enjoys spending time gardening, getting lost in a good book, […]
Ellie comes to Bank Street with over a decade of middle school teaching experience, as well as passions for music, film, and the great outdoors. He believes that the humanities classroom should be a place for students to actively explore, investigate and inquire about both themselves and the world around them, past and present. Educational Background […]
Limchi started teaching 4/5s at Bank Street School for Children in 2022. Limchi has 8 + years of teaching experience ages 1 to 5. She is a proud mother of fraternal twins. Of Bank Street, Limchi says, “The dedication, excitement, and joy felt from both teachers and students is the vehicle that drives me to work every morning.” Educational […]
Rich Joseph is passionate about education and the positive impact it has on young people. He believes in the power of progressive education to help students find meaning in their learning. Rich brings a wealth of experience to his work, with a bachelor’s degree in exercise science and a master’s degree in physical education from […]
Sharon (She/Her/Hers) is super excited to work with individuals who embody kindness and have a passion for making positive changes in our ever-evolving world. She loves spending quality time with her two amazing children, life partner, extended family, and friends. She vibes to diverse music genres and unapologetically makes self-care a top priority. Educational Background […]
Tay Leppik began working at Bank Street in 2023 and spends her day supporting teachers and students in the Lower School. Prior to Bank Street, she was an educational research consultant at the Center for Public Research and Leadership and a Growth & Partnerships Manager at Teach For Canada. Outside of her role as Lower […]