Meet the Leadership Team at KLA Schools of Doral

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Pilar Tefel

Director

I would like to give you a warm welcome to KLA Schools of Doral! My name is Pilar Tefel. I have been working in the professional field of early childhood development/education for twenty-five years and I have been the Director at KLA Schools Doral since 2011 where I have the pleasure of serving many wonderful teachers, children, and families.

Our school provides a positive, nurturing, and child-centered environment in which children grow and thrive while developing curiosity and a love of learning. We are home to supportive families interested in their children's education, and a dedicated professional staff committed to providing them with the highest quality early childhood education. Together, we hope to make a difference in the lives of children and families in the community of Doral. We look forward to welcoming you!

ptefel@klaschools.com
Patricia Hernandez Atelierista

Patricia Hernandez

Assistant Director

Patricia Hernandez has been part of the KLA family for the past 5 years as an Atelierista and now as Doral’s Assistant Director. She obtained a bachelor’s degree in Visual Arts from the Universidad de los Andes in Venezuela in 2016 and has been part of our school since 2017. Patricia has enjoyed working with the children in the atelier, loves to help the families and staff member’s and is very happy for the opportunity of building new relationships with our school community!

doral@klaschools.com
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Daniela Amador

Pedagogical Coordinator

My name is Daniela Amador and I am a Miami native. I have been at KLA Schools for almost 7 years as a VPK teacher and now as the Pedagogical Coordinator. I feel truly fortunate to work alongside such a dedicated and passionate team of educators. I earned my Bachelor’s in Education and Political Science from the University of Richmond and hold a Certified Childcare Professional Certificate. Recently, I completed my Master’s degree in Educational Leadership at Florida International University, which has further fueled my commitment to continuous growth in education. One of my greatest passions is the Reggio Emilia approach, which emphasizes recognizing each child as a unique individual, endowed with rights and a powerful voice. In November 2023, I had the incredible opportunity to participate in a study group in Reggio Emilia, Italy, alongside fellow educators from KLA Schools. This enriching experience deepened my understanding of the approach and its application in our classrooms. As a Pedagogical Coordinator, I oversee projects, support developmental milestones, and organize professional development meetings for our staff. I also prioritize observing classroom dynamics to support our teachers, ensuring we create the best learning environments for our students. I look forward to the ongoing journey of growth and discovery together at KLA Schools of Doral!

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Ana Cristina Sanchez

Admissions Director

My name is Ana Cristina Sanchez, and I am originally from Caracas, Venezuela. My most important role is being a proud mom to two wonderful children who are both students at KLA Schools. I hold a bachelor’s degree in Literature from UCAB and an associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education from AVEPANE, both earned in Venezuela.

I have been working with children for 18 years, and this is my eighth year at KLA Doral. During my time here, I have had the opportunity to serve as a Lead Teacher and Atelierista. My passion for child development, the Reggio Emilia philosophy, and the KLA Schools community continues to grow. It is now a pleasure to be in my second year in the Admissions Department, where I can share that passion with new families joining our school.

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