Amelfis Rodriguez

Amelfis Rodriguez is a Program Director at Directions For Our Youth where she oversees DFOY’s out-of-school-time programming at P.S. 498/Van Nest Academy. She has been with DFOY and the P.S 498 community for over five years, first joining as a Group Leader. As Program Director, Amelfis focuses on collaboration with fellow DFOY leaders and other community organizations that partner with Van Nest Academy. She begins each school year by setting the tone through clear communication to make sure participants and staff have a fun, exciting year.

Prior to joining DFOY, Amelfis started her youth development career at Aspira of New York and then held progressive roles at Mosholu Montifiore Community Center. As Bronx native and an alumna of Aspira’s after-school program, Amelfis appreciates the deep relationships that she has formed with participants and families. When she is not at Van Nest Academy, Amelfis enjoys online shopping.