Our native French and English-speaking teachers come from more than twelve different countries.
All our teachers bring a comprehensive early childhood educational experience to the team. They are selected for their classroom experience, their empathy ability, their nurturing skills, and their sensitiveness to the children’s needs as well.
Petits Poussins UES provides its teachers with the full professional training program and guidance recommended by the NYC-DOH, along with an in-site professional training program tailored to our specific bilingual setting educational purpose.
Every single staff member is trained and CPR/First Aid Certified.
Vanessa Handal-Ghenania, Ed.M.
Founder
Vanessa Handal-Ghenania is the founder of VHG group Inc., early childhood language schools (daycares and preschools). Born and raised in a trilingual household with French as her primary language, Vanessa and her family traveled around the world…Read More
Marina Taub
Director of School Operations and Admissions
As a school manager, Marina Taub brings to our educational program more than 25 years of education management experience in the field of early language acquisition, as well as professional training and … Read More
Annette Kanter
Educational Director
As Educational Director and teacher, Annette Kanter’s broad experience in education has spanned a wide variety of roles in several independent schools for over 25 years. Annette’s experiences have provided her with the opportunity to develop advanced skills and knowledge in school administration and… Read More
Ms. Kenia
Hello, my name is Kénia Etienne. I have been a substitute and afterschool French teacher at Petits Poussins UES for two years. I was born and raised in Haiti, where I was a caregiver for babies for 8 years…. Read More
Ms. Ahoua
My name is Ahoua. I am originally from Ivory Coast. I am the mother of two children and have two grandsons. My primary language is French. I am a teacher in the Infant classroom with babies 2M – 12M…. Read More
Ms. Melinda
I am the English teacher in the PreK 2Y – 3Y classroom. I was born and raised in Bronx NY, and I graduated from Aquinas High school in 2000. From there I went to College of New Rochelle where I received my Bachelors degree In Liberal arts. I went on to Concordia college where I received my Masters in Early childhood for General and Special Education. This will be my 7th year teaching. … Read More
Ms. Joanne
My name is Joanne Hernandez, or as the kids would say, Ms.Jojo! A proud Puerto Rican woman born in the Bronx and raised in Harlem! I am the oldest of 4 children and have worked with children for many years, especially my younger siblings, and know exactly what it is like to care for all age groups… Read More
Ms. Luciane
My name is Luciane, I’m from Haiti, nurse by profession. I’m a French assistant teacher. Cooperative, understanding, dynamic, and patient. I work in a spirit of mutual help with my co-teacher so that the children benefit from the best level of care and education from both teachers… Read More
Ms. Yoanna
My name is Yoanna. I was born and raised in the Bronx. I am currently in my 3rd year of college at City College with a major in Early Childhood Education. I am bilingual, speaking both Spanish and English. I love working with kids and creating fun activities… Read More
Ms. Shania
My name is Shania Howell. I am an Infant lead English teacher. I’ve been in the education field for 6 years. I have my Associate’s Degree in Early childhood education Infants and Toddlers Birth-2. I am currently in school for my Bachelors, I will be… Read More
Candy Navarrete
My name is Candy Navarrete and I will be the lead infant English teacher. I worked with kids for 7 years as a religious school teacher and I have experienced in baby sitting… Read More
Ms. Sandy
Ms. Sandy is originally from the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region in France. There, she completed training in Special Education and Counseling before moving to New York City… Read More
Ms. Florence
Ms Florence Brou is a French Toddler Lead Teacher originally from Ivory Coast, West Africa… Read More
Hanna Calderon
My name is Hanna Calderon. I started my teaching journey at BMCC and Hunter College, where I obtained my Associate’s and Bachelor’s in Childhood Education..Read More
Ms. Sherlyn
Hello! My name is Sherlyn, and I am the designated floater at Petite Poussins UES, specializing in teaching in English. You’ll find me throughout each classroom, supporting the teachers, caring for the children, and making sure they feel safe, comfortable, and supported. I was raised in the Bronx and am currently pursuing my bachelor’s degree in Psychology..Read More