Young Kidz Academy crestYoung Kidz AcademyHollywood, FL · Since 1999
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Meet Our Team

Every teacher is bilingual, DCF trained and background screened. Many hold CDA credentials, Teaching Strategies GOLD certification and college degrees, and together they bring more than a century of experience with young children.

100%bilingual teachers
DCF 45 Hoursstate childcare training
CPR & First Aidcertified staff
Since 1999Gold Seal school

Leadership & Support Liderazgo y apoyo

Mr. Gregory, Chief Administrator

Mr. Gregory

Chief Administrator

  • ⭐ 30+ years
“The greatest gift we can give our children is the joy of discovering that learning is the most exciting adventure of all.”
More about Gregory
Education & credentials
Dual-major bachelor’s degree in Business and Engineering, minor in Educational Leadership · CPR & First Aid · SRO
Favorite thing about children
To see the eagerness of children to learn and explore.
Favorite children’s book
Charlotte’s Web by E.B. White
Mission
To protect childhood, ignite curiosity, and build a school family where every child knows: “You are safe here. You are loved here. You can do hard things here.”
Ms. Kinga, Preschool Director & Elementary Principal

Ms. Kinga

Preschool Director & Elementary Principal

  • ⭐ 10+ years
More about Kinga
Education & credentials
Formal Education Staff and Director Credential · CDA · DCF 45 Hours · CLASS teacher–child interaction high score · Teaching Strategies GOLD certification · CPR & First Aid
Favorite thing about children
The way their eyes light up with pure wonder the moment they discover something new. It’s pure magic every single day.
Favorite children’s book
The Little Red Hen by Paul Galdone
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Ms. Kathy

Chief Human Resources Officer

Ms. Umme, Administrator & Instructor

Ms. Umme

Administrator & Instructor

  • ⭐ 4+ years
  • 🗣️ Bangla
“Teaching kids to count is fine, but teaching them what counts is best.” Bob Talbert
More about Umme
Education & credentials
Bachelor’s degree · DCF 45 Hours · Teaching Strategies GOLD certification
Favorite thing about children
Their curiosity and learning. Kids are unique: they always want to find out more and aren’t scared to ask questions and learn new things.
Favorite children’s book
You Are Kind by Dr. Seuss
Ms. Nicole, Administrative & Teacher Assistant

Ms. Nicole

Administrative & Teacher Assistant

  • ⭐ 4+ years
  • 🗣️ Spanish, Chinese (Mandarin)
“The humbleness to listen is key to growing.”
More about Nicole
Education & credentials
High school diploma · DCF 45 Hours · Teaching Strategies GOLD certification
Favorite thing about children
They are innocent and I love talking with children. They say the darnedest things.
Favorite children’s book
Bumble’s Sweet Surprise by Katie George
Ms. Susan, Lead Teacher

Ms. Susan

Lead Teacher

  • ⭐ 10+ years
  • 🗣️ Spanish
“Every student can learn. Just not on the same day, or the same way!” George Evans
More about Susan
Education & credentials
Bachelor’s degree in Education · DCF 45 Hours · First Aid/CPR certification
Favorite thing about children
They are honest about their feelings.
Favorite children’s book
The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle
Coach Rost, Enrichment & Sports Instructor

Coach Rost

Enrichment & Sports Instructor

  • ⭐ Since 2006
More about Rost
Education & credentials
Rutgers University, B.A. in Communication · Florida Certified Physical Education Teacher K–12 · NASM Certified Personal Trainer & Corrective Exercise Specialist · AFAA Certified Group Exercise Instructor · American Heart Association CPR & AED
Experience
Since 2006 he has trained adult, teen and youth clients, taught Physical Education K–12, and run sports and fitness programs for preschool and elementary students.
Ms. Liliana, Custodian & Food Preparation

Ms. Liliana

Custodian & Food Preparation

  • ⭐ 3+ years
  • 🗣️ Spanish
“Do the things that make you happy.”
More about Liliana
Education & credentials
High school diploma
Favorite thing about children
Their innocence and their smiles.
Favorite children’s book
Caterpillar to Butterfly by Frances Barry

Our Teachers Nuestros maestros

Ms. Valentina, VPK Teacher

Ms. Valentina

VPK Teacher

  • ⭐ 4+ years
  • 🗣️ Spanish, French
“Trust the process; even slow progress is still progress.”
More about Valentina
Education & credentials
Bachelor’s degree · CDA · DCF 45 Hours · Teaching Strategies GOLD certification · CPR & First Aid
Favorite thing about children
Their innocence, jokes and sense of humor.
Favorite children’s book
The Lorax by Dr. Seuss
Ms. Krystle, Teacher

Ms. Krystle

Teacher

  • ⭐ 10+ years
“It is not the magnitude of our actions but the amount of love that is put into them that matters.” Mother Teresa
More about Krystle
Education & credentials
Associate degree · CPR/First Aid certification
Favorite thing about children
How they grow as independent thinkers. You see the love of learning through their eyes. It is a beautiful thing to see each child mold into their future selves.
Favorite children’s book
The Giving Tree by Shel Silverstein
Mrs. Astrid, Teacher

Mrs. Astrid

Teacher

  • ⭐ 5+ years
  • 🗣️ Spanish
“Inspiration exists, but it has to find you working.” Pablo Picasso
More about Astrid
Education & credentials
Bachelor’s degree · DCF 45 Hours · Infant training / Safe Sleep training
Favorite thing about children
Their curiosity, creativity and joy, how they teach us something new every day, and the sense of purpose they bring into our lives.
Favorite children’s book
Be Kind by Pat Zietlow Miller
Ms. Marissa, Teacher

Ms. Marissa

Teacher

  • ⭐ 13+ years
  • 🗣️ Spanish
“Not all of us can do great things, but we can do small things with great love.” Mother Teresa
More about Marissa
Education & credentials
High school diploma · College credits toward a bachelor’s degree · CDA (Staff Credential) · 45 Hours · Teaching Strategies GOLD certification · CPR & First Aid
Favorite thing about children
They are very smart and they learn new things every day.
Favorite children’s book
The Little Mouse, the Red Ripe Strawberry, and the Big Hungry Bear by Don and Audrey Wood
Ms. Stephanie, Teacher

Ms. Stephanie

Teacher

  • ⭐ 10+ years
“Helping little minds grow.”
More about Stephanie
Education & credentials
High school diploma · CDA · 45 Hours · Teaching Strategies GOLD certification · CPR & First Aid · “Potty Training Guru”
Favorite thing about children
Every child is unique.
Favorite children’s book
Pete the Cat: I Love My White Shoes by Eric Litwin
Ms. Sandra, Teacher

Ms. Sandra

Teacher

  • ⭐ 7+ years
  • 🗣️ Spanish
“Investing in our children today builds a brighter tomorrow.”
More about Sandra
Education & credentials
High school diploma · CDA (Staff Credential) · DCF 45 Hours · CPR & First Aid
Favorite thing about children
I truly love working with all our children. They listen attentively, behave beautifully, and are an absolute joy to teach every day.
Favorite children’s book
The Rooster Who Would Not Be Quiet! by Carmen Agra Deedy
Ms. Shimair, Teacher

Ms. Shimair

Teacher

  • ⭐ 10+ years
  • 🗣️ Patois
“Faith is taking the first step, even when you can’t see the staircase.”
More about Shimair
Education & credentials
High school diploma · 45 Hours · Teaching Strategies GOLD certification · CPR & First Aid
Favorite thing about children
How honest and innocent children are.
Favorite children’s book
Guess How Much I Love You by Sam McBratney
Ms. Brittney, Teacher

Ms. Brittney

Teacher

  • ⭐ 5+ years
“You only live once, but if you do it right, once is enough.”
More about Brittney
Education & credentials
High school diploma · CDA (Staff Credential) · 45 Hours · Teaching Strategies GOLD certification · CPR & First Aid
Favorite thing about children
Their smiles and laughter.
Favorite children’s book
Green Eggs and Ham by Dr. Seuss
Ms. Renee, Teacher

Ms. Renee

Teacher

  • ⭐ 9+ years
“An effective teacher plans, implements, reflects, and adapts lessons to meet students’ learning outcomes.”
More about Renee
Education & credentials
Bachelor’s degree in Education · CDA · DCF 45 Hours · CPR & First Aid
Favorite thing about children
Their eagerness to explore as they interact with peers and their teacher in a rich learning environment.
Favorite children’s book
The Little Red Hen by Bonnie Dobkin
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