Meet Our Leadership Team
Our leadership and specialist team is committed to keeping our campers happy, safe, and loved. See you in 2027!
Carly Tucker
Camp Director
Carly Tucker is thrilled to join Beth El Day Camp as Director! Carly is a graduate of Boston University and holds master’s degrees in Childhood Education and Special Education from Hunter College. She spent the past two years as a Head 4’s Teacher at Westchester Reform Temple and has worked at Camp Romaca, an all-girls camp in the Berkshires, for the past eight summers. Previously, she worked as a Special Education Itinerant Teacher for many years in Brooklyn and Manhattan. Carly lives in Mamaroneck with her two teenage daughters and beloved dog. She is excited to help create a summer filled with friendship, adventure, laughter, and lifelong memories for every camper and family at Beth El Day Camp.
Zoe Schein
Assistant Camp Director
Zoe Schein is thrilled to begin her fourth year as Assistant Director of Beth El Day Camp! Zoe is a graduate of Barnard College and holds a Masters in Secondary English Education from Teachers College, Columbia University. After working at the 92nd Street Y, JCC Association of North America, and teaching in New York City public schools, she is excited to bring her years of experience as a camp professional, educator, and parent to her role at Beth El Day Camp. Zoe lives in New Rochelle with her husband and two children, both of whom have attended Beth El Day Camp!
Sharone Halperin
Camp Nurse
Sharone is happy to be continuing her journey at Beth El Day Camp as our Camp Nurse! She started here as a CIT and counselor during her teen years, and the camp has been a meaningful part of her life ever since—now she gets to share it with her own children, too! Sharone is a proud mom of four, all of whom have attended camp. Sharone has been a nurse for over 17 years. She holds her bachelor’s in nursing from the College of New Rochelle and a Masters in Clinical Nurse Leadership from Sacred Heart University. Most of Sharone’s nursing career has been in neonatal intensive care. Sharone has a passion for parent education and has been a parent mentor for many years. She most recently became a #1 best selling author as a co-author of the book Dare to Care: Healthcare Superheroes Share Stories of Resilience, Hope & Inspirations.
Ritchel Amankwah
Director of Camper Care
Ritchel has served as Director of Camper Care at Beth El Day Camp for two summers. Ritchel is a graduate of Boston University with a degree in Education and Human Development and is passionate about helping every child feel supported, included, and excited to come to camp each day. As an educator and advocate, Ritchel has focused her research on child development, family engagement, and play-based learning. She worked alongside professors and peers at BU Wheelock to lead workshops for families, exploring how social-emotional learning, early literacy, and meaningful family partnerships help children thrive. Building on her experience with Jumpstart, the Mosholu Montefiore Community Center, and a fantastic two summers at Beth El Day Camp, Ritchel is excited to continue serving as a caring connection between our campers, families, and staff. Ritchel is in the process of earning her Master's degree in Inclusive Childhood Education at Columbia University as she works toward her dream of becoming a public school teacher and future principal.
Darrius Conde
Pool Director
Darrius has served as Pool Director at Beth El Day Camp for the past two years! Darrius is passionate about aquatics and swim safety education and has worked in the field for six years. After becoming certified to teach water safety through the American Red Cross, he went on to provide swimming instruction as a gym credit to public schools across New York City through the Making Waves program. In addition to teaching in schools, Darrius also offered affordable swim lessons through Bronx Swim—working with brand-new swimmers and helping more advanced students prepare to become lifeguards or compete on swim teams. Darrius is thrilled to bring his passion for swimming to Beth El Day Camp.
Gregory Mines
Camp Security and Traffic Control
Greg is an institution at Beth El Day Camp-- this will be his 19th summer on staff! One of Greg's favorite things about working at camp is greeting and meeting all of our campers and parents. You'll see him directing traffic during drop off and pick up during camp, as well as accompanying our older campers (ages 6 and up) on field trips. During the year he works at the Leffell School’s Upper School (6-12th grades) as the resident security guard. Greg is originally from White Plains and grew up in Westchester before joining the Marines and serving from 1982 - 1990.
Deena Peyser
Camp Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Deena Peyser is excited to be returning to Beth El Day Camp as the camp’s Clinical Psychologist. She has expertise working with children, adolescents, adults, and families, providing evidence-based, developmentally informed support tailored to each individual’s needs. She specializes in the treatment of eating disorders and also works with individuals experiencing anxiety and depression, as well as parents of children with emotional and behavioral dysregulation. At camp, she partners closely with staff and families to support campers’ social-emotional well-being and help them thrive. Dr. Peyser received her Bachelor of Science from Barnard College, Columbia University, and her doctorate in clinical psychology from Rutgers University. She spent nearly a decade focusing on eating and weight disorders at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and recently opened a private practice in the NY area. She looks forward to a wonderful summer!