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World Language classes
TEACHERS
VICTORIA DUNCKER - CO FOUNDER, LANGUAGE TEACHER DIRECTOR AND FRENCH TEACHER
Victoria Duncker is passionate about working with the best humans in the world: kids! As a native French speaker, Victoria grew up in a trilingual home in Brooklyn, which fostered her love for languages. She is thrilled to share that joy with your family.
Victoria earned her Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre from the University of Miami and is a proud member of Actor's Equity Association and SAG-AFTRA. She has performed nationwide in local, regional, and national theaters, with her roots in children’s theater as part of the Obie Award-winning company, The Paper Bag Players—where she first discovered the magic of connecting with young audiences.
Beyond language teaching, Victoria is a certified kids' yoga instructor with a 100-hour Children's Yoga Certification from Land Yoga and a 100-hour Trauma-Informed Yoga Certification. She’s equipped to help children use yoga and mindfulness to navigate their emotions, build resilience, and develop self-awareness. Additionally, she holds a 200-hour TESOL Teacher Certificate, further enhancing her ability to support young learners.
Now a proud resident of South Orange, Victoria and her husband are enjoying raising their young, bilingual daughter in this vibrant community. Enchanté!
FEDERICA DAZA - FRENCH AND SPANISH TEACHER
Federica Daza is a dedicated and enthusiastic language educator who loves teaching Spanish and French to young learners. She brings languages to life with engaging and dynamic lessons that spark a genuine love for learning. With a rich educational background in Musical Theatre from France and classical music training from top conservatories in Paris and Colombia, Federica also holds a degree in Biology, specializing in Zoology.
Federica’s teaching journey has taken her from France to right here in New Jersey, where she’s worked in Montessori schools and as a private tutor. She’s known for her warm and approachable style, easily connecting with students from different cultures. Her fluency in multiple languages and her positive, patient approach make her a favorite among students, inspiring them to enjoy every step of their language-learning adventure.
CATUXA MONTEMUINO - SPANISH TEACHER
Catuxa is a passionate teacher who brings her love for languages into teaching. With extensive experience in bilingual education, she is dedicated to making language learning an engaging and dynamic experience for young children.
Growing up in a trilingual household and being immersed in diverse cultural environments sparked her deep appreciation for multilingualism and the transformative power of language.
Catuxa holds a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Rutgers University and has pursued advanced studies in pharmacy at the University of Santiago de Compostela, Spain, where she further developed her language skills. Her teaching career includes roles in special needs and bilingual classrooms, where she has crafted effective strategies to create inclusive and supportive learning environments.
Excited to guide children as they explore the vibrant world of Spanish, Catuxa makes learning fun. Fluent in English, Spanish, Portuguese, and Galician, she is committed to helping students embrace the joy of language learning and discover new cultural perspectives.