Nydia R.

Nydia R. is a dedicated educator and specialist with extensive experience in student engagement and support services. Currently serving as a Post-Secondary Specialist at Our Piece of the Pie since February 2022, Nydia previously worked as a Student Engagement Specialist for Hartford Public Schools, focusing on improving student attendance and addressing chronic absenteeism through tailored interventions. Nydia has also held roles as a Special Education Paraeducator at CREC, Integrated Care Coordinator at Community Health Resources, and Youth Development Specialist at Our Piece of the Pie, where case management and community engagement were key responsibilities. Nydia's experience includes mentoring and coordinating internships at New Haven Academy, as well as engagements in various non-profit roles through Public Allies Connecticut. Nydia holds a Bachelor of Science in Sociology from Southern Connecticut State University and is currently pursuing a Master's degree in Higher Education Administration at the University of Bridgeport.