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.

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.

Kids on the Move Jr. Coordinator

Education/Experience: Danya holds a BA in Asian American Studies. Dayna has been working in youth development since 2018. 

When not causing a commotion: you might find Dayna crafting.

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.

Kids on the Move Coach

Education/Experience: Gennessey is currently studying Early Childhood Education.  Gennessey has four years of experience serving young children in various roles including as a preschool teacher, intervention specialist, and aide for neurodivergent preschoolers and currently as a Kids on the Move coach.

When not causing a commotion: you might find Gennessey spending time with family or enjoying time outdoors in nature.

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.

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

MSW, IMH-E

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 Assistant 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.

Las Luciérnagas Head Teacher

Education/Experience: Sonia has 24 units in Early Childhood Education and is currently pursuing an Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education. Sonia has 2 years of experience in the classroom and is a parent of 2.

When not causing a commotion: you might find Sonia playing with her children.

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.

Kids on the Move Coach & Digital Media Assistant

Education/Experience: Zez holds a BA in linguistics and creative writing. Zez started coming to Project Commotion at the age of nine years old, as a student in Susan’s capoeira classes! After over a decade of taking classes and volunteering with Project Commotion, Zez is now teaching classes and sharing other students' Project Commotion success stories!

When not causing a commotion: you might find Zez birdwatching or doing martial arts.