Meet our Teachers

Ms. Dominique (Ms. Dom)

Assistant Teacher

Hello! My name is Ms. Dominique and I am very excited to be your teacher! To introduce myself, I’ll tell you some interesting facts about me. I live in Crown Heights, a neighborhood in Brookyln. I love my neighborhood because there are many beautiful trees and plants throughout the streets. I live with my family and I have three siblings. All of our names start with the letter “D.” Purple is my favorite color and my favorite food to eat is pasta.

What I love the most about school is making art projects. Drawing is my favorite hobby and it is even more fun to draw with friends.

I hope to meet you soon!

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Teaches: Art, Dramatic Play

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Speaks: English, Spanish, some ASL

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B.A. in Sociology

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CPR/First Aid Cert.

Ms. Maya

Assistant Teacher

Hi everyone! My name is Ms. Maya, and I am an assistant teacher here at Three Lil Birds! I am 21 years old and am currently pursuing my Bachelor’s degree in Psychology at CUNY Baruch College. I have an interest in developmental and abnormal psychology, and have future plans to become a teacher. I am a native of New York, born and raised in Sunnyside, Queens. I love working with children, and I am so excited to have the opportunity to work with your children! I can’t wait to meet you all and create a healthy bond with you and your children.

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Teaches: Art, Yoga

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Speaks: English, Spanish, some ASL

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Psychology Student at Baruch

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CPR/First Aid Cert.

Ms Maya w/ her mom

Ms. Michelle

Lead Teacher

Hi friends! I am happy to meet you! I love teaching and showing kiddos how to teach themselves. When you are able to discover something for yourself, it is the best feeling in the world! I have three children, ages 18, 13, and 11, and I have a natural gift for understanding children. I have been practicing mindfulness since I was 9 years old and have been teaching it for quite a while. Children that grow up mindfully are adults who are compassionate, creative and care deeply about creating community. I also love love love art, writing, and creating expressive works!

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Teaches: Art, Mindfulness

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Speaks: English, some ASL

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ECE Student at City College

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CPR/First Aid Cert.

Ms Michelle w/ her big sister

Ms. Chi Chi

Assistant Teacher

Hi! My name is Chiani Figueroa, also known as Ms. ChiChi. I am an assistant teacher at the wonderful daycare known as Three Lil Birds daycare. I’m a twenty-one-year-old Bronx Native and a senior at CUNY Baruch College where I’m studying Psychology. I’ll be graduating this spring and will soon be teaching elementary school students! I have a passion for caring for others, especially children, in a gentle and compassionate way that ensures one’s emotional needs are prioritized and met effectively. I intend to continue my education and combine the knowledge I’ve gained both through school and work experience to eventually become a therapist treating children and adolescents. I’m looking forward to providing quality care for your children!

Ms Chichi being silly!

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Teaches: Art, Photography, Theater

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Speaks: English, Spanish, Italian

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