Aide/Floater, Las Luciérnagas

Education/Experience: Ana is a parent of six children with nearly a decade of experience working with preschoolers.
When not causing a commotion: you might find Ana dancing Zumba or cooking.

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Site Supervisor, Las Luciérnagas

Leadership Team Member: Cristina manages the operations and teams of Project Commotion's early childhood program, Las Luciérnagas

Education/Experience: Cristina holds a B.A. Degree in Child and Adolescent Development with an emphasis in Early Childhood and a minor in Special Education and A.S. Degrees in Child Development and Social and Behavioral Sciences. Cristina has been working in the early childhood field since 2013.

When not causing a commotion: you might find Cristina spending time in nature – at the beach or on the trail.

LL Substitute and PC Admin Assistant

Education/Experience: Esmeralda holds a BA in Tourism and Hospitality and an Associate in Child Development. Esmeralda is currently finishing a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and minor in Counseling. Esmeralda has been working with young children since 2015. 

When not causing a commotion: you might find Esmeralda walking, jogging or cooking.

Development Officer

Leadership Team Member: Hannah manages and oversees Project Commotion's grants and fundraising efforts including donor and funder relations.

Education/Experience: Hannah holds a BA in Anthropology and a minor in Spanish. Hannah has two decades of nonprofit management experience with ten years dedicated specifically to development. Parent of two kiddos under 5 years old.

When not causing a commotion: you might find Hannah hiking or biking.

Administrative & Marketing Coordinator

Education/Experience: Jayla holds a BA in Child Development from San Francisco State University and has been dancing since childhood. Jayla has experience as an early education classroom teacher, a teaching artist at Alonzo King Lines Ballet, and a wide variety of administrative and marketing experience within the educational realm.

When not causing a commotion:

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Kids on the Move Curriculum Manager

Leadership Team Member: Jessica manages the curriculum development and staff mentorship of Project Commotion’s Kids on the Move team.

Education/Experience: Jessica is a Registered Dance/Movement Therapist who specializes in working with children and families. Jessica holds a B.A. in Sociology with a minor in African American studies from Princeton. During Jessica’s DMT program, Jessica worked as a Community Mental Health Trainee with A Better Way, a Mental Health Intern with Fred Finch Youth & Family Services, and a Connect and Thrive Intern at Felton Institute. Jessica focuses on dance and movement from a community-based lens that allows all children and families to find joy and healing with one another.

When not causing a commotion:

Kids on the MOVE Senior Coordinator

Education/experience: Jharel has six years of experience in play- and movement- based youth education.

When not causing a commotion: when he’s not outside playing sports, he’s inside playing video games. 

Kids on the Move Coach

Education/Experience: Jose holds a Masters in Neuroeducation and Physical Education with a specialization in primary level soccer studies. Jose has eight years of youth development experience including serving as the Physical Trainer of the Peruvian Down Syndrome Fútbol team and a coach for San Francisco United F.C.

When not causing a commotion: you will find Jose playing soccer or keeping up with the latest technological advancements in the world of sports

Kids on the MOVE Senior Coordinator

Education/Experience: Liana has a masters in child development and has worked with infants and toddlers for sixteen years, with an emphasis in arts and creative language.

When not causing a commotion: Liana likes to try new places to eat and spend time at the beach.

Kids on the Move Coach

Education/Experience: Mariam is a dancer and early childhood educator who holds a Child Development certificate from City College San Francisco and is currently pursuing a Master’s in Neuropsychology and Education.

When not causing a commotion:

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Kids on the Move Program Manager

Leadership Team Member: Marion manages the operations and teams of Project Commotion's Schools on the Move, In-Studio Movement Classes, Jardín Family Playgroups, and Camp Commotion.

Education/Experience: An endorsed Infant Family Specialist, Marion holds a B.A. in Dance and Psychology, a graduate certificate in Infant/Toddler Mental Health, and an MSW with a focus in community-centered practice. For the past decade Marion has been teaching in theater, dance, and early learning settings with a focus on supporting children and families with underserved identities.

When not causing a commotion: you will find Marion reading many books at once and hosting community dinners 

Las Luciérnagas Co-Lead Teacher

Education/Experience: Paty has attained 18 Early Childhood Education units. Paty has 18 years experience in preschool classrooms and is a parent of 3.

When not causing a commotion: you might find Paty doing fun activities with the grandchildren!

Kids on The Move ECE Coordinator

Sarah
Education/Experience: Sarah holds a BFA in Dance Performance, taking keen interest in the classes on early childhood development and multicultural education. Since 2010, Sarah has been working with young children through dance and/or education. In addition to working with kids, Sarah is a professional modern dancer and teaches adults in the Gyrotonic expansion system.

When not causing a commotion: you might find Sarah marveling at trees or jumping in the ocean.

Executive Director

Leadership Team Member: As Executive Director, Susan oversees  PC's programming, finances, and supervises the Leadership Team.

Education/Experience: Susan holds a BS in Communications and a Certificate in Child Development. Susan also received Guild Certification as a Feldenkrais PractitionerTM from the Institute for the Study of Somatic Education. With over 20 years of capoeira training, Susan is known in the Capoeira world as “Contramestra Formiguinha.” Susan has worked with children of all ages and abilities in movement programs throughout the Bay Area since 2000. Susan is also a former faculty member in the Child Development and Family Studies Department at City College of San Francisco, teaching classes for parents and caretakers of children ages 0 - 5 years.

When not causing a commotion: you might find Susan upside down! 

Accounting & Human Resources

Leadership Team Member: Yuliana oversees Project Commotion's accounting, finances, and organizational policies.

Education/Experience: Yuliana holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Accounting (BSA) and it’s a Certified Non-Profit Accountant. With more than 10 years of experience in Accounting and Business Administration, Yuliana has supported and managed several small businesses and nonprofits across the bay area and peninsula. Parent of 3.

When not causing a commotion: you might find Yuliana hiking, biking or gardening.