Teachers

The many teachers and educators at VVES come from diverse backgrounds and are dedicated to serving all the students at our school.

Transitional Kindergarten

Danielle Ober: oberd@sfusd.edu 
Hi, my name is Ms. O or Ms. Ober. I teach TK. This is my 27th year teaching, my 4th year with the district, and my first year here at Visitacion Valley. Outside of school, I attend San Francisco State University and enjoy spending time with my two daughters, often attending their games, including soccer, softball, volleyball, and basketball.  I love good food and being outside on a sunny day.

Kindergarten

Monique Williams: williamsm@sfusd.edu

Hi, my name is Ms. Williams.  I am the kindergarten teacher in Room 1.  I have been teaching 19 years here at Visitacion Valley.  When I’m not working, I love spending time with my daughter, reading, learning about space and our universe, and learning new languages.

1st Grade

Mary Li: lim2@sfusd.edu  

Hi! I am Ms. Li, and I teach first grade at VVES.  When I’m not working, I like to watch baseball, read, and take naps.   

2nd Grade

Maureen Wong: wongm16@sfusd.edu 

Hi, my name is Ms. Wong. I teach a 2nd and 3rd grade combo class. I’ve been teaching since 1996, and this is my 13th year working at Little Vis. I love nature, and hiking is my number one favorite thing to do! I also help seniors do line dancing on Saturdays.

Cindy Sin-Lee: sin-leec1@sfusd.edu 

Hi!  I’m Ms. Sin. I’ve been at VVES for over twenty-five years teaching second and third grades. I am currently teaching second grade. Besides work, I enjoy short road trips with family, winding down with mukbangs and cooking shows, and spending time with my siblings’ families.

3rd Grade

Gabriel Schacter-Brodie: schacter-brodieg1@sfusd.edu 

Anna Chan: chana5@sfusd.edu 

Hi, my name is Ms. Anna. I teach 3rd grade here at VVES. I have been teaching since 2014, all at Visitacion Valley! I love learning alongside my students. As a lifelong learner, I am learning how to bake, how to swim, and how to be the best teacher I can be!

4th Grade

Diane Carbajal: carbajald@sfusd.edu

Hi, my name is Diane, but everyone calls me Ms. C or Ms. Carbajal. I teach 4th grade in room 208. This is my 8th year teaching, but my second year teaching at Visitacion Valley Elementary. Outside of school, I enjoy eating all kinds of foods, exploring San Francisco, hanging out with my pets, and listening to music. 

Christina Ivy: ivyc@sfusd.edu 

5th Grade

Richard Agcamaran: agcamaranr@sfusd.edu 

Hi, my name is Richard Agcamaran. I teach 5th grade. This is my 8th year as a teacher at VVES. Outside of school you can usually find me riding my bike, drinking boba, snacking on food, or hanging out with my dogs Montie and Bruce.

Librarian - Dylan Beighley: beighleyd@sfusd.edu 

Hi, my name is Dylan Beighley. I am the librarian here at VVES. This is my fourth year at Little Vis, and I am so happy to be here! When I'm not reading books, I like to cook, listen to music, and walk in McLaren Park.

Physical Education Specialist - Jolinko Lassiter: lassiterj@sfusd.edu 

Hi, my name is Coach Lassiter. I teach Kindergarten – 5th Grade Physical Education.  I have been teaching for 14 years and at Visitacion Valley for 11 years. I enjoy anything basketball related (playing and coaching), relaxing, and traveling. 

Music Teacher - Brian Chow: chowb@sfusd.edu 

Hi, my name is Mr. Chow. I teach 4th and 5th grade instrumental music. This is my 10th year teaching music, and it’s my second year teaching here at Visitacion Valley Elementary School. Outside of school, I enjoy going to concerts and different types of stage performances. 

Visual Art Teacher - Katy Hugo: hugok@sfusd.edu 

Hi, my name is Katy Hugo. I teach visual arts in all of the grades at VVES. This is my 19th year in education and my very first at Visitacion Valley! I am enjoying getting to know this very welcoming community! I enjoy spending time with my family in our beautiful city: exploring, eating, and enjoying the art all around us!

Drama Teacher - Cienna Johnson: johnsonc8@sfusd.edu  

Hi, my name is Ms. Johnson. I teach drama to all grades. This is my third year teaching and my first year here at Visitacion Valley. Outside of school, I enjoy going on walks, hanging out with friends and family, and eating my way around the Bay Area! 

Lisa Klewicki: klewickil@sfusd.edu 

Hi, my name is Lisa Klewicki. I have been teaching since 1996, and this is my second year at VVES. I am a special education resource specialist and I teach in the fourth and fifth grade classrooms. I have two dogs who love going on walks and to the beach with me.  I also enjoy surfing and going on hikes.

MaryLouise Batson: batsonm@sfusd.edu 

Hello, my name is Ms. Mary, and this is my fourth school year at VVES as a social education RSP paraeducator. In my free time, I am pursuing a Master’s and credential at SFSU. Outside of work and school, I enjoy being a proud dance/musical theatre mom, cheering on my daughter at competitions and shows. I also love traveling and making memories with my husband and our three children.

Tatiana Cruz: cruzt1@sfusd.edu 

Hi, my name is Tatiana Cruz. I am a special education paraeducator. I have been working at VVES for 4 years. Outside of school I like to read, hike and watch movies.