| Sabira Beg - Executive Director
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Hi! I'm Sabira & I'm the Executive Director here at First Steps. I have 2 boys, 4 1/2 year old and 1 year old. I also have 13 nieces and nephews who I take care of frequently. I have worked in daycare for over 4 years. I also worked in the corporate world for over 9 years. After having my son and having to put him in daycare, I saw a lot of things in the center that I was not happy with as a parent. I realized that I was paying a lot of money for care that I was not happy with including unhealthy snacks and meals as well as my child not learning a whole lot but watching TV every day. That's when I decided that it was time for a change, not only for my son, but for a lot of families who felt the way I did. So I ventured to open my own center. I have been extremely selective in the staff that I hire as well as the teaching teams that I pair together. As far as my qualifications, I am Lead Teacher certified in Infants, Toddlers & Preschool, Director certified as well as CPR & First Aid. I hold a Bachelor's Degree in International Business & Marketing from Hofstra University , a degree in Management from Northeastern University , as well as early education courses at Fisher College .
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| Hilda Torres - Director
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Hi! I'm Hilda and the Director here at First Steps. I am a mother of two boys and two girls and surrounded by nieces and nephews. My love for little ones had guided me to become a Certified Teacher as well as CPR and First Aid certified. I am a certified lead teacher in infants, toddler and preschool and also Director I and II level certified as well. My Goal is to provide a loving environment in the classrooms as well to support the parents' needs on a daily basis. I am also bilingual and have some knowledge in Cape Verdean/ Creole and also Portuguese. I love to plan extensive educational curriculum because I think that it is instrumental in the development of kids of all ages.
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| Gina Talluto - Lead Teacher (Infant Program Coordinator)
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My name is Gina. I am lead teacher in the "Busy Bees Classroom" here at First Steps. I have been in childcare for over 3 years. I always knew I wanted to work with children since I was younger. My older sister was my inspiration for working with children as she works in childcare as a director. I am lead teacher certified in all ages but take an extra interest in young toddlers. I love being the person who is able to teach and help the children develop their speech and movements. I am really happy to be here and look forward to working with your children.
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| Tracy Lo - Lead Teacher (Toddler Program Coordinator)
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Hi! My name is Tracy. I am the lead teacher in "The Jungle Monkeys Classroom". I have been working in daycare for 8 years. I started as an assistant teacher and attended school to become teacher and then lead teacher certified. I am currently Lead Teacher certified in Infants, Toddler & Preschool. I am also certified as a Medical Assistant. My true passion however is teaching. I am excited to be working here at First Steps with wonderful people, parents and children.
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| Jodi Geremonte - Lead Teacher (Pre-school Program Coordinator)
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Hi I'm Jodi. I am the lead teacher of the "Explorers Classroom". I have been working in this field for nine years and have been teacher certified for seven years. I've always loved working with children. In my family I was always known as the baby lady. At every family function I always kept all the little ones busy. It has always been my dream to be a teacher. I love working with children because it is always a new adventure and it make me so happy to see them learn and grow more each day. I'm very passionate with my teaching and I'm looking forward to getting the explorer's ready for kindergarten.
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