Staff & Faculty - INFINITY

Erin Walker

About Me

Mrs. Walker has been the AP at Infinity since 2014. Before that, she was a CPS English teacher for 16 years. She has her Bachelor's Degree in English Education from the University of Georgia, a Master's in Teaching and Leadership from the University of Illinois, and a Master's in Educational Administration from DePaul University. Additionally, she holds an LBS-1 Certification from National Louis University. She is a rabid fan of both the Georgia Bulldogs and the Atlanta Braves.

Reza Alrifai

Computer Science Teacher
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About Me

Mr. Reza has been teaching Computer Science at Infinity High School since 2013 and has been with CPS since 2004. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Education from DePaul University and a Master's degree in Leadership from Northeastern Illinois University.

Megan Amato

Special Education Classroom Assistant

About Me

Ms. Treacy serves as the Case Manager of the Diverse Learners Department. She began teaching at Infinity in 2013 and has worked in Chicago Public Schools since 2000 as a special education teacher, citywide teacher mentor, and school counselor. She earned her B.S. in Special Education from Illinois State University - Go Redbirds! - and has an M.Ed. from Loyola University.

Nancy Andrade

Social Science Teacher
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About Me

Ms. Andrade has been teaching at Infinity since 2013 and teaches World Studies and Academic Decathlon.

Martha Ayala

Diverse Learner Teacher

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Vanessa Ayala

Diverse Learner Teacher
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About Me

Ms. Vanessa has been apart of the Diverse Learning Department at Infinity since 2012. She earned her Bachelor's in Diverse Education in 2022 from Roosevely University. She currently teaches English across all grade-levels. She started the international travel program in 2017 and has traveled with students to Spain 2018, Greece 2019, Paris 2020.

Marina Barboza

College and Career Coach
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About Me

Ms. Barboza is the College and Career Coach at Infinity MST HS. She holds a B.A. in History/Latin American Studies from Dominican University and an M.Ed. from DePaul University in Bilingual/ Bi-Cultural Education. As a first-generation college student, Ms. Barboza understands many first-generation and underrepresented students' challenges and fears. She enjoys helping ALL Infinity students and parents navigate the world of higher education. Fun fact: Ms. Barboza is an avid TEA drinker and lived in London, England

Sarah Baumann

English & Social Studies Teacher
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About Me

Ms. Baumann has been teaching at Infinity High School since Spring of 2022. She teaches English, Civics, and Dual Credit Latin American History and U.S. Latinx History. Ms. Baumann holds a Bachelor of Arts in History and English from Kalamazoo College, a Master of Arts in History from the University of Alabama, and a Master of Science in Education from Northwestern University. In her spare time, Ms. Baumann enjoys rooting for the Milwaukee Bucks and the Chicago White Sox, as well as the Alabama Crimson Tide, in every sport. #RollTide

Ms. Baumann's favorite piece of literature is Tennesee Williams' A Streetcar Named Desire, and enjoys studying the Cold War era in her spare time.

Kyle Birch

STEM Integration Specialist / Teacher
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About Me

Mr. Birch serves as the STEM integration specialist and has been with Infinity since 2016.

Todd Boatman

Web Design Teacher
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About Me

Ms. Baumann's favorite piece of literature is Tennesee Williams' A Streetcar Named Desire, and enjoys studying the Cold War era in her spare time.

Dianne Conn

English Teacher, Bilingual Teacher, English Language Program Teacher Interventionist
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About Me

Ms.Conn has been teaching English and Spanish at Infinity since 2015. Before teaching in Chicago, she also taught English and Spanish in Michigan, Spain, and France. She studied English and Spanish for secondary education at Western Michigan University, where she also completed a Masters in Spanish Literature and Linguistics. In her spare time, Ms.Conn loves to spend time with her family, travel, and garden.

Angel Contreras

Special Education Classroom Assistant
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Isela Contreras-Ramos

School Operations Manager
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Roger Dausman

Mathematics Teacher
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About Me

Mr. Dausman has been teaching mathematics at Infinity since 2013. He teaches dual-credit precalculus and transitional math. He earned his bachelor's in fine art from Bradley University and a master's in teaching mathematics from UIC. Mr. Dausman enjoys all kinds of puzzles - especially those that leave students puzzled - and schooling his students in chess. When not teaching, Mr. Dausman enjoys reading, playing guitar, making art, cooking, and advocating for the Oxford comma.

Sarah Dickinson Coogan

English Teacher, English Department Chair
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About Me

Ms. Coogan has been teaching English at Infinity High School since 2013 and has taught everything from Freshman English to AP Literature. She currently teaches Sophomore English and Dual Credit Composition. She has a Bachelors in Education, Creative Writing, and Literary Study from Beloit College and a Masters in Creative Writing from Northwestern University. In 2021 she completed her National Board Teacher Certification. When she's not teaching, she likes to be outdoors and spend time with her family. She truly loves teaching English at Infinity and can't wait to see you all in class!

Jason Flores

P.E. & Drivers Education
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About Me

Mr. Flores has been teaching Phsyical education and Drivers education at the LVLHS campus since 2005. He has taught at all 4 schools. He started the wrestling program, helped to start the football program and is currently a Girls Soccer assistant coach.

Valerie Franklin

Professional School Counselor
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About Me

Ms. Franklin has been a Professional School Counselor at Infinity since 2010. Ms. Franklin has served as a Master Counselor as well as a Mentor for new Counselors. She has led Infinity's Counseling Department while addressing students' academic, personal, and postsecondary needs. In 2021, Ms. Franklin along with the principal, took the initiative to begin a campus-wide Black Student Union. Ms. Franklin holds a Masters degree in School Counseling, is a Licensed Professional Counselor, and National Certified Counselor. Ms. Franklin loves summer in Chicago and the lakefront. She believes in looking for the light in all circumstances and practicing self care to maintain optimum mental and physical health.

Jeremiah Johnson

English Teacher
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About Me

Mr. Johnson has been an educator for over ten years as evidenced by his thinning hair. He appreciates grammar more than one should, and he also respects punctuality and arbitrary deadlines too much. If you are interested, he can dislocate his right digitus minimus manus upon request. He truly enjoys his time in the classroom and looks forward to supporting your academic endeavor.

Madhur Karki

Mathematics Teacher
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About Me

Mr. Karki has taught at Infinity since 2019 and teaches Geometry and Advance Algebra. He completed a Master's from DePaul University.

Cristina Lara

Chemistry and Forensic Science
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About Me

Ms. Lara began working for Infinity in 2023, but she has been a CPS teacher since 2021. She graduated from Loyola University with a biology bachelor's degree and National Louis University with a master's degree in science education. She enjoys spending free time with her two cats, watching TV, and cooking.

Jonathan Luna

Mathematics Teacher
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About Me

Mr. Luna joined Infinity in 2021 and has been with CPS since 2017. He acquired a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics from UIC and a Master of Education in Secondary Education Mathematics from DePaul University. Mr. Luna mathematics courses. He is currently the head coach for Track & Field.

Margarita Macias

Special Education Classroom Assistant
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Maria Macias

Special Education Classroom Assistant

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Frankie Melendez

Dean of Climate and Culture
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Bianca Montoya

Early College STEM Specialist
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Ellie O'Connor

Spanish and English Teacher
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About Me

Ms. O'Connor has been teaching at Infinity High School since 2013. She was a double major at Fordham Univeristy in both English and Spanish and has her Master's in Secondary Education from Loyola University. She is certified K-12 in both English and Spanish and teaches both at Infinity. Ms. O'Connor also sponsors the GSA club for LGBTQ+ youth and allies. In her free time, Ms. O'Connor likes to spend time with her family, run, laugh, and watch the Chicago Cubs.

Jeannette Perez

Professional School Counselor
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Grant Petersen

Diverse Learner Teacher
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About Me

Mr. Petersen has been teaching at Infinity since 2008 and is part of the Diverse Learners department. He teaches math and science. He completed his Masters degree from Natuiinal Louis University.

Tammy Pheuphong

Science Teacher
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About Me

Ms. Pheuphong has a Bachelors in Chemistry and a Masters degree in Science Education. She teaches Chemistry and Forensic Science at Infinity. She also facilitates the Girls Who Code club after school, in partnership with Enlace.

Maria Piscitelli

Diverse Learner Teacher
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About Me

Mrs. Piscitelli has been teaching for 29 years with the Chicago Public Schools. She grew up in the Little Village neighborhood and loved to teach there. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Education, a Master's Degree in Curriculum and Instruction from National-Louis University, and an M.Ed in Educational Administration from Governors State University. She loves to spend time with her husband and children, traveling and reading.

Maria Piscitelli

Diverse Learner Teacher
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Maria Ranieri

Diverse Learning Teacher & Interventionist
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About Me

Ms. Ranieri began working at Infinity in 2020 but has been working in CPS since 2017. She earned her Bachlors in Special Education as a Learning Behavior Specialist from Illinois State University. Ms. Ranieri has taught various English, Math, and Social Science subjects. Her favorite subjects to teach are Social Science Classes. Starting in 2023, Ms. Ranieri will be one of the Interventionists at Infinity High School. She enjoys finding ways for all students to be successful in their classes while working towards their future.

Jordi Rosado

Spanish Teacher
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Ariel A Salgado

Special Education Classroom Assistant
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About Me

Ms. Salgado graduated from Infinity High School in 2015. Then went to Northern Illinois University and completed her Bachlor's degree in Rehabilitation Services and Minored in Dance in 2019. Now she works at Infinity High School as a SECA and completed her first full school year. She is also the Coach for Volleyball and Dance.

Labeeba Samayoa

Visual Art Teacher
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About Me

Since 2022, Ms. Samayoa has been the Visual Art Teacher at Infinity High School but has taught PK-12 Visual Art with CPS since 2017. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Photography from Columbia College Chicago and a Graduate Certification in Visual Art Education from the University of Kansas. She is pursuing a Master of Arts in Leadership and Cultural Management at Colorado State University. Her years of experience include art programs in public parks and art centers and providing arts access to children in rural communities. In her classes, students explore how the arts are important to critical thinking, personal identity, and community. Outside of the classroom, she enjoys traveling, nature, and puns so bad you can’t help but laugh.

María Sánchez

Special Education Classroom Assistant
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Beatrize Santin

Biology Teacher
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Juanita Saucedo

Clerk
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About Me

Ms. Juanita has been proudly serving as the Clerk for Infinity Math Science & Technology High School since June 2005. Throughout her years of service, she has had the pleasure of supporting the needs of the administration, students, parents, teachers, substitutes, and guests with a wide range of tasks. She greatly enjoys working with the Infinity Math, Science, and Technology community

Amy Y. Soto

School Social Worker
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About Me

Mrs. Soto has been a Chicago Public School Social Worker since 2008. She has been working with Infinity Math Science and Technology since 2009 part time and has been the full time social worker for the past 3 years. As a school social worker, Mrs. Soto provides social emotional support, links students and families to needed resources and provides tier interventions.

Kerrie Treacy

Diverse Learner Teacher
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Salvador Venegas

Mathematics and Statistics Teacher Verizon Innovative Learning Schools Coach
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About Me

Dr. Venegas has been part of the Infinity HS team since its inception. He formed part of the school design team from 2003 - 2005. Dr. Venegas teaches mathematics courses and collaborates with teacher teams to help advance student learning and engagement.

Katherine Watts

Teacher
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About Me

Ms. Watts has been teaching at Infinity since 2015. She currently teaches multiple sections of ENG II, ENG III, and Policy Debate. She earned a BA in Music with a vocal performance concentration and a BA in Theater from Denison University in 2009. She later went on to earn a Masters in Education from DePaul University in 2015. Ms. Watts is currently an active member of Infinity's LSC and ILT, and has fostered educational partnerships with The Gilder Lehrman Foundation, The Chicago Debate League, CAPE CoLab, and Chicago Shakespeare Theater's Education Program. In her free time she likes to make art, cook delicious food, garden, experience live theater and music, and explore all that our beautiful city has to offer.

Jacob Weatherred

Social Science Teacher
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About Me

Mr. Weatherred has been teaching at Infinity since 2012 and teaches U.S. History and AP Human Geography.

Victor Yu

Physics, Engineering, APCS, STEM Teacher
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Michael Zagorski

PE/Health Teacher
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About Me

Mr. Zagorski has been teaching at IMST since 2017. In addition to teaching, he is also the Head Football and Wrestling Coach. He has a Bachelors from NEIU with a minor in Health Education.

Dana Zions

English Teacher
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About Me

Ms. Zions has been teaching at Infinity HS since 2012. She earned her Bachelors in English and teaching certification from Illinois State University and her Masters in English through the Writing Program at the University of Illinois at Chicago. She enjoys helping students find a love for reading. When not at work, she loves being with her family and friends, working out, gardening, practicing photography, going to the beach, and exploring everywhere with her son.

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