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Director Maria Nunziata Faculty Rosa Ferriera Diana LaLindez Ariel Richter Founder Estelle Tambak Contact Us: River Park Nursery School 711 Amsterdam Ave (at 94th Street ) New York , NY 10025 (212) 663-1205 riverparkns@verizon.net |
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Maria Nunziata, Director (teaching since 1975 at River Park)
Hello, I'm Maria. I am the Lead Teacher and Director here at River Park Nursery School. I began working at River Park as a student teacher in February 1975. It’s been an amazing 50 plus years. I have a Bachelor's Degree in early childhood education with a minor in art and science from Brooklyn College. I obtained my Master\'s Degree in Nursery through 6th grade education
from Queens College. I am also city and state certified.
My interest in early childhood development and education continues to grow along with my career. In my 50 plus years as an early childhood educator, I've had the opportunity to work in N.Y.C. public schools as a volunteer in primary grade classrooms, organize strategies to get school health records up to date in overcrowded and underprivileged areas in Brooklyn. I've assisted in the development of College Day Care Programs for students on campus. I've played major roles in River Park as it made its transition from small half-day only programs to the multiple daily programs that now exist. I have also been instrumental in collaborating with the NYC Department of Education to establish the NYC DOE 3K and UPK programs that are now integrated into the school. I continue to participate in workshops & seminars in early childhood
development to further my education and keep abreast in the changing roles and needs of childcare.
Throughout my college and professional career, River Park has allowed me to contribute to my own growth as well as the development of the program. Here at River Park Nursery School we strive for peace and harmony in classroom and all have a huge commitment to providing high quality early childhood experiences. I believe that all children will do well given a stimulating
and nurturing environment. One of my mantra’s is that “Children should create their own molds not be forced into one”. I feel that River Park is equally diverse in its staff, student and parent body as well as its curriculum. I welcome you to visit our school and experience this unique Nursery School program for yourself.
Rosa Ferriera, Faculty (teaching since 2019 at River Park)
Hello, I’m Rosa Ferreira. I have been an educator at River Park Nursery School since 2019 and bring with me over 19 years of experience in the field of early childhood education. I hold a Master of Science degree in Early Childhood Education from Walden University.
My teaching philosophy is rooted in creating a child-centered, engaging, and nurturing classroom environment where learning feels joyful and meaningful. I strongly believe that young children learn best through exploration, play, and hands-on experiences that encourage curiosity and creativity. At River Park, I enjoy integrating literacy, math, science, and art into daily routines in ways that spark excitement and build confidence in every child.
I feel grateful to be part of a team that values collaboration, compassion, and community. Working alongside dedicated colleagues, I strive to support children not only academically but also socially and emotionally, helping them develop the skills and self-confidence they will carry forward into their school years and beyond.
Diana LaLindez, Faculty (teaching since 2018 at River Park) Hi, I'm Diana LaLindez! I have been a Teacher's Assistant at River Park Nursery School since 2018 and I absolutely love it. I assist and give my support to all the children in both the 3's and 4's classrooms. I have built strong, meaningful relationships with the children, families and my colleagues throughout the years. During my time at River Park, I have remained deeply committed to supporting all the children during their most important early learning years.
I am passionate about creating a loving, safe and nurturing classroom environment where the children feel valued, supported and are encouraged to be themselves. Working with young children brings me great joy and I'm dedicated to helping them build confidence, independence, and a love for learning through daily interactions and play-based experiences.
I'm so grateful to be a part of the River Park community all these years, from spending time at the school as a little girl myself when my mom was a Teacher's Assistant, to then having my son attend River Park 22 years ago to now working alongside a team that shares a strong commitment to caring for and educating young children with compassion, kindness and heart.
Ariel Richter, Faculty (teaching since 2022 at River Park)
Hi, my name is Ariel Richter. I’ve been teaching at River Park Nursery School since 2022 and I feel truly blessed to work in such a warm, welcoming, and supportive environment. I obtained my Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education and Special Education - Birth-Grade 2 from Touro College and am state certified. I have been working in early childhood education for almost 20 years. For 12 of those years I worked with individual children in a variety of school settings as a Special Education teacher. It is my belief that each child has a unique contribution to make to society and my goal each year is to help uncover and develop those individual gifts.
Being part of the River Park community has been a truly rewarding experience. I value the relationships I have formed with my fellow teachers as well as with the many River Park families whose children I’ve had the pleasure of knowing over the last 3+ years. I continue to be amazed by the tremendous growth that takes place for each child from their first day of school all the way through their very last, which is a testament to the River Park program and its stimulating
and nurturing environment
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