Andre has been a certified personal trainer since 2015 working with clientele of varying abilities helping them achieve their fitness goals. Before focusing full-time on fitness, Andre also has experience as a Job Training Specialist at AHRC. Andre holds a Bachelors in Business from St. Francis College.

Miasha has her Masters of Fine Arts in Creative Inquiry & Interdisciplinary Arts from The California Institute of Integral Studies. She has been teaching art to adults and children since 2016. Miasha is excited to bring her vast knowledge of art mediums to SNACK*.

Tira received her Masters Degree in Special Needs Education at Touro College in NYC. She has been working in the Creative Arts Therapy field with NYCDOE for 20 years.

Camilo Bedoya
Swim Supervisor
Camilo Bedoya has been passionate about swimming since he started at the age of four. With an impressive career as a professional water polo player, Camilo had the honor of representing his national team, Colombia, in numerous competitions. Upon moving to New York, Camilo discovered a new passion for educating young children. For over 15 years, he has been dedicated to teaching swimming to special needs students, collaborating and learning from other professionals in the autism community. Camilo finds immense satisfaction in helping his students overcome obstacles and witnessing their eventual success. Camilo holds a degree in Accounting and Information Systems from Queens College. Additionally, he is a certified professional lifeguard and Water Safety Instructor. In his free time, Camilo enjoys exercising, listening to music, playing video games, engaging in art, hiking in nature, and visiting new cities.

Nathaniel has his Bachelors of Music in Percussion from Stetson University. He has been teaching and performing in the Washington, D.C metro area for over 20 years. Nathaniel has experience teaching individuals with cognitive/physical disabilities at Middle C Music since 2013 and is excited to bring that knowledge to SNACK*.

Jenna is pursuing her B.A in Psychology and Dance at CUNY Hunter College. She has previously taught dance at The GRACE Foundation for four years. Jenna is excited to bring her passion for dance to our community.

Oba has been working in the education field for 20 years in various roles. He has worked as a para-professional, respite coordinator, substitute teacher, and sports instructor. He has been leading SNACK* members in Exercise & Soccer since 2010. Oba has his B.A in Social Science from Queens College, City University of New York.

Jule holds a B.A in Theatre Arts/Dance from University of Houston, a 200 hr Yoga Certification from OM Yoga, and a Certification in Crisis Counseling through Counseling in Schools. She has taught dance and yoga for over 10 years and has trained teachers to implement dance/yoga into the public school system through the Guggenheim Museuems Arts 88 Program. Jule is a recipient of The Bronx Museum Action Lab Grant, and is currently a member of The Stanley Love Legacy.

In addition to teaching at SNACK, Shakima teaches many weekly private one-on-one cooking classes. She works with a variety of ages and caters lessons to the individuals' needs. As a culinary instructor, Shakima likes guiding and revealing the skills students didn't know they could possess. Shakima has her Bachelors in Exceptional and Childhood Education.