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 […]
Andrew Ford (He/Him/His) joined Bank Street in 2022. Previously, Andrew was a Senior Data Analyst at the New York City Department of Education where he worked with the city’s universal pre-K program. Educational Background Fordham University, BS, Philosophy University of Pennsylvania Graduate School of Education, MS, Education Policy New York Law School, J.D.
Rosalinda has ten years of teaching experience in public and independent schools and before returning as a Head Teacher at Bank Street in 2023, she taught 7/8s and 9/10s as an associate teacher. In her spare time, Rosalinda can be found drawing or visiting parks, museums, and libraries with her family. Educational Background City College of […]
Prior to Bank Street School for Children, Jennifer Fagundo (she/her/hers) worked at Hackley School in Tarrytown, NY as a 4th grade Head Teacher and taught math at a summer program for 6th graders. She has also worked as a Lower School teacher at Trinity School, Stephen Gaynor School, and Success Academy. In her spare time, […]
Vanessa (She/Her/Hers) is excited to work with folks who consider themselves lifelong learners and work towards creating a wonderful space for children. Vanessa enjoys spending time with her family, catching up with friends, trying new restaurants, listening to music, and, most importantly, taking it easy in her free time. Educational Background Lehman College, BA, Speech […]
Natasha is in her second year of teaching after working previously in publishing and bookselling. She is a writer. She loves to travel, read, and learn new languages. Educational Background Boise State University, BA, Philosophy Simmons College, MFA, Writing for Children Bank Street Graduate School of Education, MSEd, General Education and Teaching Literacy (expected 2024)
Previously the Mental Health & Wellness Counselor at the Upper School, Sara brings many years of experience working with children, families, and educators. Prior to Bank Street, Sara worked as a community school director and mental health supervisor in New York City Department of Education schools. Before becoming a therapist, Sara was a performer, working […]
Hannah joined the 10/11s team in 2022. Prior to joining the Bank Street School for Children community, Hannah worked as a teacher and special education coordinator in Upper Manhattan. Hannah hails from Virginia but has been in New York for 8 years. In her spare time, Hannah enjoys cooking, reading, spending time in Central Park, […]
Erin hails from Southern California and started working as the Associate Director of Camps for Bank Street during the middle of the pandemic in 2021. She loves supporting the inclusive and equitable programs at Bank Street and feels honored to be a part of a diverse community of educators, families, and students, who help one another become their […]
This is Lauren’s first year as an 11s/12s math and science teacher. For the past fourteen years, Lauren was a teacher in K-8 public and charter schools. She also currently teaches graduate-level courses for future educators at CUNY. Lauren Mangione was raised in Denver, Colorado. Her favorite things about New York City as the blue […]