About me

Hi! My name is Larissa, I graduated Magna Cum Laude from UMASS Amherst in 2016. I grew up in New Jersey with my mom, younger sister, and two older brothers. As a child, I went to dance classes and soccer practice every day after school. At age 12 I decided I wanted to commit all of my time to dance so I stopped playing soccer and started dancing more and more. At age 14 I began to train with Joffrey Ballet Company in New York City. I danced professionally in classical ballet for five years. I made a drastic career shift when I went to college. I decided I wanted to fulfill my passion for working with children and dedicate my education to teaching. It was a major change, but I am so grateful for my decision.

Throughout college, all of the hours I used to put into my dance career, I spent on studying education. From the very start of my freshman year, I jumped right into the profession. I worked at a daycare, then a preschool, nannied every minute I wasn't studying, and then student taught for three years. My dedication to being a successful educator and work with children flourished.

Once graduating from college, I began working as a first-grade teacher at a public school in Massachusets. I enjoyed my experience there but decided I wanted to be closer to family and moved back to New York at the end of the year. After moving, I got a job as a second-grade teacher in Brooklyn and could not be happier.

I cannot wait to share my passion and enthusiasm with your family and sharing more about myself! I look forward to having a partnership with your family!