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Staff

Jennifer Zingales

I am Jennifer Zingales and I am pleased to be working with future educators and guiding them through this important achievement. I am currently working in the field of early childhood special education as an administrator for an Intermediate Unit. Prior to this position, I was the early intervention program specialist and an early intervention teacher. During my 20-plus year career in the field, perhaps my proudest moment was being selected Teacher of the Year at the Intermediate Unit. I have a background in early childhood education, elementary education as well as special education. I look forward to sharing my many experiences with Drexel students. I am also the proud mother of two teenagers, one of which is in his sophomore year of college, further solidifying my desire to help other college students find success in their educational journey. I am also the wife of a very supportive husband and the dog mom to two rescues, Sox and Sneakers!

Christi Weitzel

Dr. Christi Weitzel believes that quality early childhood programs can have multiple lasting benefits on children’s development. This belief is exemplified through 25 years experience in the Early Childhood field. The last 15 years have been with the Berks County Intermediate Unit, most recently overseeing the three early childhood programs: Head Start, Pre-K Counts, and Early Intervention. I earned my dual bachelor’s degrees in Elementary Education and Early Childhood from Kutztown University. I recently completed a Doctorate in Education Administration and Leadership at California University of Pennsylvania, exploring the benefits of peer coaching among early childhood educators. I enjoy helping others and anticipate that my experiences will benefit Drexel University students seeking tutoring supports available through the McNichol Early Childhood Education Lab to guide their success.

Holly Acosta

There is no better investment of my time than to aid in developing future quality educators. I have been the Director of Early Childhood, at the Montgomery County Intermediate Unit, for the past four years. This involves overseeing Head Start, Pre-K Counts, and Early Intervention within Montgomery County. Prior to this role, I have served as a Pupil Services Director, School Principal, Curriculum Supervisor, and School Psychologist in several surrounding school districts. I earned my bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Towson University, in Baltimore, Maryland. I earned my Masters, Doctorate, and several certifications from Widener and Immaculata Universities. I have also earned School Psychologist, Principal K-12, Pupil Services, Curriculum and Instruction and Superintendent Certifications. My proudest moment as an educator (principal) was when our elementary school was awarded National Blue Ribbon School and Title 1 School of Distinction within the same school year. I am excited to work with the Drexel students, in the McNichol Early Childhood Education Lab. I look forward to assisting students in the field of education and helping them achieve their academic goals.