FOUNDERS
Yesenia- Education Director
A native New Yorker, Yesenia started the development of Young Risers in May 2013. Working in NYC private schools for over eight years introduced her to the Reggio Approach. This fostered the idea of opening a school that catered this learning experience to families in her community. She holds a Masters of Science in Special Education from Concordia College and is professionally certified in Early Childhood Education from the NYS Department of Education.
Raul- Executive Director
Raul has lived in Sunset Park since 1988. He values his family and community and understands the need of quality child care. He worked for a private hedge fund in Manhattan for 17 years. Along side his wife, Yesenia, he is now devoted to the growth of Young Risers and instilling the schools vision and mission within their community.
Educators
Infant Teachers
3K & 3/4's Teacher
Infant Teachers
Jesenia & Mayra
Toddler Teachers
3K & 3/4's Teacher
Infant Teachers
Teresa & Elizabeth
3K & 3/4's Teacher
3K & 3/4's Teacher
3K & 3/4's- Teacher
Bachelors Degree and 2 Years experience working in a classroom setting.
3K & 3/4's- Teacher
3K & 3/4's- Teacher
3K & 3/4's- Teacher
Sandra
Adriel- Teacher
3K & 3/4's- Teacher
Adriel- Teacher
Adriel joined Young Risers in August 2018. His gentle and caring demeanor is shared with our Infants,Toddlers and 3's/4's throughout the day.