Katie is in her 8th year as the Executive Director at AASP. She grew up in Waban, is an Angier/Brown/Newton North alumna, and a graduate of Bennington College where she studied microbiology. She previously worked at the Cabot After School Program (CASP) in Newtonville for 8 years, and served on the Board of Directors of the Newton After School Association. Katie is a proud dog-mom to two crazy pups, a mediocre but enthusiastic fisherwoman, and has (finally) retired as head coach of the Bay State Roller Derby league. She and her wife welcomed their first human baby this October!

As Assistant Director and K-1 Coordinator, Brad’s excited to give the newest kids entering in our program a warm welcome. He received his BA in Early Education and Care in Inclusive Settings from UMass Boston, graduating at the top of his class and receiving an award of Academic Excellence. He also holds a degree in music production and has previously studied culinary arts at Johnson & Wales University. One of his favorite activities to do with the children is read books, to promote literacy skills and bond over a good story. Brad goes above and beyond as commissioner of the AASP hockey league, which our whole community gets involved with.

Ahmad is returning for his 9th year with AASP. He attended Berklee College of Music majoring in Music Education. Back home in Piscataway NJ, Ahmad taught music and lead small groups in various programs. Ahmad brings tons of energy and positivity to the AASP family, often engaging the children’s silliness. Ahmad also works at Angier as a Teacher Aide.

Lexus is entering her 5th year at AASP after previously working at the Mason-Rice After School Program in Newton Center. The K-1 students always keep her on her toes, never knowing what they will do or say next!  Lexus lives life to the fullest, and loves sharing her hobbies and passions with the K-1s. She is pursuing her dream of visiting 10 countries.  Her favorite foods are pasta and chicken nuggets and in her free time she loves to paint.

Katie is starting her 3rd year working with AASP and is looking forward to getting to know the K-1 group after previously working with both the 2-3s and 4-5s! In her free time Katie is an illustrator who loves to make all kinds of drawings and crafts. She’s been able to share this love for art by teaching Studio Art classes for kids at the Museum of Fine Arts on weekends. Katie can often be found playing games with friends or searching for the tastiest teas in Boston!

Ty is excited to be returning for his second year with AASP. He really enjoys spending time with the K-1 group playing and creating crafts. He is graduate of Lexington High School and is a current undergrad MCC College student. In his free time Ty loves movies, spending time with friends and family dinners. 

Meet Melanie! She’s now taking on her 8th year at AASP, and her 4th year as coordinator for the 2nd and 3rd grade group! Melanie has been the director of AASP’s annual musical since her first year here in 2017, and she believes theater is a powerful educational tool for social and emotional growth. Outside of Angier, Melanie sings in the Tanglewood Festival Chorus, works on the board of Nightingale Vocal Ensemble, and teaches music and drama in Boston Public Schools through various arts outreach programs. Melanie is a proud mom of gerbils Squirrel and Mouse, and a big fan of Disney and silly puns!

Cyndy is entering her 4th year at AASP. She attended the University of Connecticut and brings her positive energy and enthusiasm to ASAP. She says that it is “so refreshing to see the world through a child’s eyes.” She is so excited to be working in the 2-3 group again this year! Cyndy enjoys  fashion, cooking, gardening, and taking her dog on long walks in any kind of weather.

John first met Katie when he was a student at the Cabot After School Program. He loved his after school experience, and has since worked with children at the YMCA and Camp Chikami. He is now graduate of Newton North High School, an undergrad student at Boston College, and a Teacher on the 2-3 team (Tuesdays and Thursdays) for his 4th year at AASP.

Usha is excited to return for her 4th year at AASP. Previously, Usha worked in the financial industry for over twenty years. Usha loves spending time with children and enjoys working at AASP as the next chapter in her career. She also works as an Substitute Teacher and lunchroom aide at Angier during the school day. She loves to travel and enjoys walking in her free time.

Liam is thrilled to be joining AASP for their first year. Born and raised in southern Vermont, Liam is excited to be in the hustle and bustle of Eastern Massachusetts. Liam enjoys how children’s creativity, knowledge, and ingenuity can come out in unexpected and surprising ways. While formally trained in geography, community development, and planning, Liam comes from a family of educators and has worked with elementary and middle school students at summer camps in Vermont. Liam enjoys reading and writing fantasy fiction, hiking, and watching movies. 

Jon is returning for his 15th year with AASP and his 4th as Coordinator for the 4th-5th grade team. He went to MIT, where he worked towards a degree in engineering, and brings some of that analytical thinking and problem solving to the program. He considers himself a “Jon of All Trades” and can often be found drawing with the kids, engaging their imaginations through board games, organizing impromptu sports on the field, or joking around sharing his love of puns. Jon hopes to visit London and Japan to see the cherry blossoms some day!

Ryan is returning for his 4th year at AASP and is excited to be back in the 4-5s after spending last year working with all three age groups. He went to Newton schools K-12. He has years of childcare experience, including teaching Sunday school, and is looking forward to connecting with the kids and new staff.

As a former student and substitute teacher in the Newton Public School System, Hannah is excited to start their 2nd year in the Angier After School Program. They graduated from the University of Massachusetts of Lowell with a degree in Psychology and has worked in education and public health since 2019. Hannah enjoys having fun and engaging with students while helping to develop resilience, empathy, and self-awareness. Hannah’s dream is to have a little farm. Mostly goats and bees! Outside of work they enjoy watercolor, live music, and meditation.

Rubi recently moved to the Boston area from West Coast, and is excited to work with the 4/5 age group in her first year at AASP! She is looking forward to in incorporating creative outlets such as scrapbooking or collages ranging from memories, phrases, or dreams. In her free time, she likes to be out in nature, hiking, running, or just enjoying a good walk. 

Zach is a junior at Newton North and entering his second year as a member of the 4-5 team!

Natalia is back for her 2nd year at AASP and is excited to spearhead a Friday STEM Club for students in K-5th grade. She is also entering her first year of Grad School and hopes to work in child counseling in her future. In her free time she loves hiking, reading, sketching, drinking tea, and exploring new places around Massachusetts.