Elke Stappert

Elke Stappert is an experienced educator with a diverse background in teaching and literacy development. Currently serving as the ESOL and Literacy Lead Teacher and Adult Learning Center Hub Manager at The New York Public Library since October 2011, Elke also functions as a Reiki Master at yoyoReiki and teaches German as a Foreign Language at Gls Sprachschule. In addition, Elke engages in professional development as an Associate at the Literacy Assistance Center and teaches ESL and computer skills while developing materials for 1199SEIU United Healthcare Workers East. As a co-founder and teacher at kids-make-movies, Elke has received recognition for offering innovative movie-making experiences for children. Previous roles include ESOL teaching at LSI Language Studies International and tutoring at NYPL, along with production work at videovampires, inc. and serving as a New York Correspondent for Toutvabien Magazine. Educational qualifications include a CELTA certificate from the University of Cambridge, ALECC from the Literacy Assistance Center, and a Master's degree from New York University.