Founder

Antonia, the founder of Reach Learning is a Brooklyn native. She is a graduate of Temple University and has earned a BS in Elementary Education while minoring in Early Childhood. She began her career as a lead preschool and pre-k teacher. Later, accepting the role of curriculum coordinator. Her experience in early childhood includes her work as a Head Start classroom teacher. As well as her role as a childcare director.

Antonia is a NYS certified educator that has over 10 years experience teaching school-age children, which began with kindergarten. She was later promoted to the position of Instructional Coach, training and developing educators. Antonia has actively participated in leadership teams, collaborating with administrators and community partners.

In 2019, she began her Masters degree in special education and her work with children with ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder).

Antonia’s education and experience is what sets her apart from other providers.

Meet Genesis Cruz…

loving and energetic, she is affectionately known as Ms. Gen!

She hails from the Dominican Republic and resides in Brooklyn. Ms. Gen’s work with children began as a family babysitter. She later worked summers as a camp counselor.

Ms. Gen has a passion for helping others and loves working with children. She began her studies in Social Work at Buffalo State University but is considering a degree in  Early Childhood Education. Genesis is Pediatric, Adult CPR and First Aid Certified. She has completed the Medical Administration Training as well as additional training in the use of the Epinephrine Auto Injector.

Ms. Gen’s genuine nurturing personality makes her the perfect fit for the Reach Learning Family.

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