Lulu zhou, Co-Founder & Executive Director

Lulu is the co-founder and Executive Director of Worldtots and is responsible for its day-to-day operation. She has over 10 years of experience in educational institutions and prior to that, Lulu worked at the Monitor Group and Gap Inc. as a management consultant and corporate strategist.

Lulu attended both Hunter and Stuyvesant for high school and holds a Bachelor's degree from Columbia University in New York, and a MBA from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania.

Amanda su, Education director

Amanda has worked with children for 10+ years. She started off as a teacher for a 3-year old class and moved her way up to an Education Director. She attended the University of StonyBrook for her Bachelor's Degree and received her Master's in Early Childhood Education & Childhood Education (1-6) at Queens College & Touro College.

June Ho, Education Director

With over a decade of experience in early childhood education, she brings warmth, dedication, and strong leadership to her role as Education Director. Her journey began as a passionate preschool teacher in the heart of Flushing, Queens, where she discovered her love for nurturing young learners. Over the years, she transitioned into leadership roles, ultimately becoming an Education Director. In her current role, June works closely with families and staff to create a safe, joyful, and enriching environment for all children. She is deeply committed to supporting each child's growth and development while fostering strong connections with the school community. June holds a dual Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education and Special Education from Brooklyn College, and continues to be a strong advocate for inclusive, high-quality early learning experiences.

ms. Carmen, Office manager

Carmen was born and raised in the Sunset Park community. She is well-known by many families in our community and makes great connections with everyone she meets. She is nurturing, compassionate, empathetic, patient, creative, and dedicated. She is very passionate about teaching. She has worked with children between 2-5 years old since the age of 19 for 20+ years in diverse classroom settings. She began her journey as a teacher's assistant and worked her way up. She is fluent in both English and Spanish. She is well-liked and respected by children, parents, and staff in and out of the classroom.

ms. Christy, office manager

Christy has been working at Worldtots as a UPK teacher assistant for the past six years. She enjoys working with young children as she partners with them to learn and grow. She starts her new position this year, and this year is going to be filled with fun experiences, and I can’t wait to start this journey with you all this fantastic year. She truly believes every child has something amazing to bring into the classroom. She is fluent in Cantonese, Mandarin, and English. She has two children of her own and devotes her time to having fun with them.

ms. mandy, office manager

Mandy has a Bachelor's degree in Childhood Education from Brooklyn College and has been working with kids ages 3-14 since 2016. She’s passionate about helping kids learn and grow, and she's planning to go back to school soon for her Master’s in Early Childhood Education. When she’s not working, Mandy loves spending time with her nieces, nephews, and friends.

ms. mia, office assistant

Mia Fangzhi Chen is pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education at Brooklyn College. She always had passion and love for children; she enjoys interacting and working with them. She is dedicated to providing and helping children grow in a happy and safe learning environment.

ms. Andrea, Lead Teacher

Andrea is Mexican-American, born and raised in New York, and is currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree at Brooklyn College. She has had the privilege of working with children since 2020, and it has been a truly rewarding experience. She joined the Worldtots family in the summer of 2024, and worked her way up from  3K teacher’s assistant to the  2’s lead teacher. Teaching has always been her passion, and she is excited to embark on this learning journey with your children. One of her greatest joys is reading, and she looks forward to sharing that love of books with the children. She also enjoys painting and is always eager to incorporate creativity into her lessons.

Ms. Elva, Lead Teacher

Elva graduated from Brooklyn College with a Bachelor's in Chemistry in 2017. She got an opportunity to work in a daycare in the same year. Since then, she has discovered the joy and happiness of working with young children, which makes her want to pursue a master's in the Early Childhood Education field. She obtained her Master's in Early Childhood Education in 2023. This is her fourth year becoming a head teacher. She loves her job and hopes to help these young children thrive and become lifelong learners.  

Ms. Jacqueline, Lead Teacher

Jacqueline holds a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education and Special Education from Brooklyn College. She is currently pursuing her Master's Degree in Early Childhood Education. She was inspired to become a teacher when her oldest niece was diagnosed with Autism, seeing the difference teachers make on a child and family motivated her to pursue the education field. Previously, she worked as a teacher assistant in the 3’s - 4’s room for 3 years. Jacqueline is dedicated to creating a safe and nurturing environment where each child feels valued.

ms. jasmin ortiz, Lead Teacher

Jasmin has worked in the field of Early Childhood since 2006 and received her Bachelor’s degree from Brooklyn College. Her passion for helping rear the minds of preschoolers has led her from Daycare assistant, Camp Counselor, Assistant Teacher, to a Lead teacher. She is looking forward to fostering a classroom community where students are encouraged to answer and ask open-ended questions, explore, make, and share observations, and create friendships with their peers, all encompass lifelong learners. In her past time, she enjoyed rollerblading and spending time with her cat Beetlejuice and nephews and niece. Family is very important to her.

ms. Khadega, Lead Teacher 

Khadega has 4 years of experience working with children in 3K and 4K classes and one year as a reading instructor for elementary school students. She is an Early Childhood Education major with a concentration in children and youth studies. Khadega enjoys teaching and engaging with children, and treasures the learning that she receives from the children, their culture, and their families. She loves incorporating mathematical thinking and developing the children's social-emotional skills through their daily activities and interactions in the classroom and within the curriculum.

ms. Kristy, lead teacher

Kristy holds a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education and a Master’s degree in Childhood Education, both from Hunter College. She is currently pursuing her second Master’s degree in ESL Education at Fordham University. Since 2013, Kristy has worked with children ages 2–10 and previously served as a substitute teacher for the NYC Department of Education at an elementary school on the Upper East Side. Kristy describes herself as a hands-on, free-spirited educator and a lifelong learner. She values building strong, nurturing connections with her students and creating a classroom environment that is fun, welcoming, and safe for all learners. Her goal is for every child to feel supported, inspired, and excited to learn each day.

ms. samantha, lead teacher

Samantha is a dedicated educator with over five years of experience as a lead toddler classroom teacher. Her passion for nurturing the development of young children has shaped her commitment to creating positive, engaging learning environments that support the success of every student. Samantha currently serves as the UPK lead teacher for the Butterfly Class, where she fosters creativity, teamwork, and social-emotional growth through hands-on activities and meaningful connections. Samantha is also advancing her own education, actively pursuing a Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education with a focus on Birth to Grade 2. This journey reflects her lifelong dedication to shaping the minds of future generations and her belief in the transformative power of early learning.

ms. Xiao, Lead Teacher

Xiao has a Bachelor’s degree in Childhood Education from Brooklyn College. She is currently pursuing her Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education. As the oldest sister in her family, she has always been surrounded by her younger siblings and cousins. Due to this, she fell in love with working with children and decided to be a teacher! Her goal is to make a difference in every one of her students' lives and make a difference in the community by helping every child realize their potential. She loves spending time with her friends and family, going on food adventures, and reading during her free time.

ms. Yin, Lead Teacher

Yin has been working with children for the past five years. She has been a UPK lead teacher since 2021. She graduated from Brooklyn College with a Bachelor's Degree in Childhood Education (Grade 1-6) and a Master's degree in Bilingual Early Childhood Education (Birth - Grade 2). She is committed to promoting children's development through play and all hands-on activities, which she believes are key factors in nurturing children's growth and learning.

ms. jasmine wong, Lead TEACHER

Jasmine holds a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education and Sociology and a Master’s degree in Childhood Education. Since 2015, she has worked with young children, fostering curiosity, confidence, and a love of learning. Jasmine is dedicated to supporting each child’s growth across all developmental areas while creating a safe, positive, and engaging classroom community.

ms. Nancy, Lead TEACHER

Nancy has over 10 years of experience working with children ranging from toddlers to elementary-aged students. She has been a lead teacher, guiding classrooms of 2- to 5-year-olds with care and enthusiasm. She holds an Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education, a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, and is currently pursuing her Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education. Nancy is passionate about working with young children and creating a warm, engaging environment where they can learn and grow. She enjoys planning hands-on activities that spark curiosity and support independence. Nancy believes in working together as a team and helping each child build confidence while learning through play and exploration.

ms. Tracey, Assistant Teacher

Tracey has been working in the Early Childhood field for over 10+ years. She began her career journey as a teacher assistant and worked her way up to a lead teacher role. She is pursuing her Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education at Brooklyn College. Her goal is to strive to have a positive influence on each child by fostering their self-esteem at an early age, to promote motivation and growth for learning. Ms. Tracey promotes a happy, safe, and nurturing classroom environment for all her young learners.

ms. carmen, assistant teacher

I am a dedicated mom of two kids, and my experiences as a parent have sparked my passion for working with children. I love creating positive and engaging learning environments where kids can thrive. As a Teaching Assistant, I’m excited to support students by encouraging learning, helping every child feel confident and valued. I’m thrilled to be part of this school community and look forward to making a difference in the classroom!

ms. hernandez, assistant teacher

Jasmine received her Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education from BMCC, and plans on obtaining her Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education in the near future. She has worked with children from 3K to Grade 5 since 2018. She is a friendly, compassionate, nurturing, and creative educator who truly enjoys watching children learn and grow in the classroom.

ms. Lucia, Assistant Teacher

Lucia was born in the Dominican Republic and immigrated to the United States with her family when she was 13 years old. She has about 10 years of experience in early childhood education and is a mother of two beautiful boys.

ms. May, Assistant Teacher

May has been working with children for the past seven years. She is nurturing and caring to children; young ones grow attached to her loving character! She loves spending time with children and with her two sons.

ms. ruby, assistant teacher

Ruby was born and raised in Shanghai, China, and has been living in New York since 2016. Prior to being a 2’s teacher assistant, she worked as a human resources training instructor for over six years. She is the mother to a 16-year-old son and is eager for children at Worldtots to be joyful every day. She shares great pleasure working with children and as a 2’s teacher assistant.

ms. Vickie, Assistant Teacher

Vickie has been at Worldtots working as a teacher assistant for many years. She enjoys working with children of all ages. She is nurturing, patient, passionate, and dedicated to her work. 

ms.yamaya, assistant teacher

Yamaya has been working in the education/childcare field for five wonderful years now. She enjoys putting a smile on everyone’s face and growing a special bond with each child in her care and their families. She is a mother to a happy and loving seven-year-old son! Yamaya has had the privilege of living in Europe for ten years due to the military. In her spare time, some of her hobbies include traveling, reading, cooking & interior design. Yamaya is looking forward to continuing her rewarding career in education.

ms. Susan, Assistant teacher

Susan Qiu has worked with children over the past 15 years. She is extremely passionate about teaching and caring for children. She loves spending time with children and seeing them develop over the course of the academic year. She also taught after-school programs (Bear Care Program). The kids really enjoy time with her.

ms. fiona, Assistant teacher

Fiona is a compassionate and dedicated individual completing her Bachelor’s in psychology. She discovered her passion for caregiving when she began babysitting during high school. This early experience sparked a lifelong commitment to working with young people. By 19, Fiona took her career into special education in the school system by supporting children and families. She believes every child in her care should feel safe and understood.

ms. Kortni, Assistant teacher

Kortni holds a bachelor’s degree in Social Psychology and has been educating children for almost 5 years. She’s worked with children ranging from infants to 5th graders and has gotten to experience the many social and academic needs of all these different age groups. She is excited to continue shaping the minds of little learners and helping them navigate the journey in reaching their milestones. Outside of school, Kortni enjoys spending time with her wife and dog, cooking, and interior decorating. 

ms. Krassi, Substitute Teacher

Krassi has been a part of the Worldtots team as a music/substitute teacher since 2017. Originally from Bulgaria, she has over 35 years of experience in the education sector - both in Europe and the U.S. Her love of music has been able to reach children as young as the age of three to the university level. She has been on the faculty of a variety of private schools, daycares, and music centers in Brooklyn since 1999. She is currently the musical director at the Bulgarian Chorus School "Gergana" in Manhattan and enjoys a robust private studio for piano studies in Brooklyn. Krassi holds a Master's degree in music pedagogy from the Academy of Music, Dance, and Fine Arts in Plovdiv, Bulgaria.

ms. emma, Substitute teacher

Emma brings nearly a decade of experience working with children across the New York Metropolitan Area. She is currently pursuing a degree in clinical psychology at Hunter College, further enriching her understanding of child development. Prior to joining WorldTots, Emma worked as a medical assistant at a leading primary care group, where she honed her skills in providing compassionate and attentive care. With her passion for science and learning, Emma is dedicated to nurturing each child's unique potential and supporting their individual dreams.

ms. Winnie, Substitute TEACHER

I'm a mother of two young children, and raising my own girls has helped me understand communicating with young toddlers. I enjoy engaging with young kids and providing them a happy and safe place for self-expression. As an assistant, my goal is to contribute to a positive learning environment where I can also aid the lead teachers. 

ms. Selena, Substitute TEACHER

Selena is a caring and attentive educator from Brooklyn. Prior to joining Worldtots, she worked to provide social services for families in various capacities. She believes in providing kids with a safe environment to become their most confident, thoughtful, and happy selves. When she is off the clock, she finds joy in playing Auntie to her nieces and nephews.

ms. Maribel, Substitute teacher

This is my first year at Worldtots and I am very excited to meet you all and get to meet your children. I have an associates degree in Early Childhood Education and am looking to pursue my Bachelors in the near future. I have worked with children since I was 16 and I enjoy helping children grow and creating a safe space for them and their families. When I’m not working I enjoy watching docuseries and now enjoy spending all my time with my newborn daughter.

ms. Grace, Substitute teacher

Grace has worked with children for over seven years. She received her Master’s degree from NYU Steinhardt and obtained dual certification in Early Childhood and Special Education. She began as a Child Care Assistant at a daycare in a domestic violence shelter, and went on to work for numerous nonprofit organizations, such as Jumpstart and GO Project. She previously served as a Lead Teacher for a preschool special education classroom on the Upper East Side, and joined the Worldtots family as a 3K Lead Teacher in September 2023.

ms. Dania, Substitute teacher

Dania has begun her journey at Worldtots as a substitute teacher since last year and is working her way up to become an assistant teacher. She has been inspired by her son’s teacher to become an assistant for young children. She is nurturing, compassionate, patient, friendly, and strives every day to attend efficiently in all areas, especially in children’s education. She is a mother of a five-year-old who loves to spend time with and do new activities together.

ms. Denise, Substitute teacher

With a strong background in early childhood care and a deep passion for helping little ones grow, Denise brings both experience and heart to her role as a substitute teacher. She has two wonderful children of her own, ages 4 and 9. She enjoys learning about what makes young children unique and supporting their individual growth. She is nurturing, enthusiastic, and devoted to creating a warm, supportive environment where every child feels understood, is able to express themselves, and is encouraged to learn.

ms. Rajaa, Substitute teacher

Rajaa is passionate about working with children and fostering their growth and development. As a preschool teacher, she strives to create a nurturing and engaging environment where young learners can thrive, explore, and build a strong foundation for their future.