Teacher Stephanie
School Director
Associate in Science Degree in Early Childhood Education
My name is Stephanie Rubio and I speak English and Spanish. I have an Associate in Science Degree in Early Childhood Education which I got it from Canada College in May 2016. Also, I have my teacher permit credential and my CPR and First Aid certificates. I chose this career path after I worked as a babysitter for 3 years and also because I love spending time with children, especially now that I’m a mom I think I can learn a lot from them. As a teacher I hope to be able to contribute new and positive things for the children that they can use in the future. My goal is to continue preparing myself more at an educational level so that I can be better every day in my work and in my daily life.
In my spare time, I like to go to the movies, cook and play with my daughter, and enjoy every moment of my life.
Teacher Martha
Preschool Teacher
My name is Martha Tapia I have been in the Child Development field for at least twenty fun filled years. I have completed my teaching classes at Canada college I chose to work in the early childhood field. I am passionate about early childhood education and advocating for children and their families. I absolutely love working with children,I believe using your imagination is an important tool and skill children can develop at a very early age. I am very patient and creativity is one of my greatest strengths, perhaps why I feel working with children is as exciting for me as I hope it is for them!
I have a 9 year old boy and a 18 year old girl I love to spend my spare time with my family and take road trips
I'm excited to learn and explore with your children this year!
Teacher Bertha
Preschool Teacher
Teacher Yazmin
Preschool Teacher
Hello Kids Konnect families, my name is Yazmin Cervera. I grew up in a tiny province where there was no preschool education in my student days, which was why I was motivated to take a career in education. I have a specialty in infantile pedagogy obtained from The Superior School of Yucatan Mexico. I currently have five years of experience working with preschool children and obtained my certificate in Early Childhood Education at College of Marin; I am always taking courses to continue updating my education in this field. I love working with children and my vision as a teacher is help children in their education. I have three children, two dogs, and during my free time I like to take care of my garden.
Teacher Mo
Infant Teacher
AA Degree in Early Childhood Development
Hello, my name is Mo. Growing up I always had fond memories of my teachers in early childhood classes. They were always kind, generous, and understanding while educating and motivating the students to do their best. That motivation inspired be to become a teacher just like they were to me.
I gained experience through my Associate’s in Early Childhood Education from American River College with 10 plus years of working with children from the infants to elementary. Taking my first ECE class at ARC I fell in love with learning about a child’s development, the effects of being a teacher, and the community’s influence on a child’s education.
Regarding my personal life, I have two westies that I consider my fur babies, siblings Leo and Lana. Leo, being 2 years older than Lana, is smaller in size and can cause confusion about their age and gender. In my spare time, you will find me going on walks, going on adventures with my dogs, or reading a good crime thriller.
Teacher Lisandra
Infant Teacher
BA Degree in Early Child Development (in progress)
Hello, I'm Miss Lisandra Galeana, I have been a preschool teacher for 6 months. I've recently graduated from college where I obtained my ECE Certificate as well as CPR and First Aid and general training certificates. You can never stop learning so I am still taking classes at College so I can continue to grow as a teacher.
Working with children is my passion and is something that makes me happy! In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, especially with my son who is my inspiration and my motivation to keep growing as a teacher and mom.
I have a quote that I apply in my life which is ‘ ONE CHILD, ONE TEACHER, ONE BOOK, ONE PEN CAN CHANGE THE WORLD”. Which I believe is a good inspiration for all the teachers.
Teacher E
Infant Teacher
MA in English Literature and AS in Early Childhood Education
Hello, my name is E. I earned my BA in English Literature from UC Santa Cruz, my AS in Early Childhood Education from Skyline College, and my MA in English Literature from San Francisco State University. Before taking time off to earn my Masters, I worked at an infant-toddlers center for two years, growing from a substitute to a head teacher along the way. Since leaving that job, I've maintained a close relationship with my students and their parents and consider myself incredibly lucky to be part of their lives.
I speak both English and French and can manage a few sentences in other languages as well. When I'm not teaching or learning, I enjoy reading, baseball, and artist. I love to create and get messy!
Teacher Lupe
Infant Teacher
Hello, my name is Ms. Maria Guadalupe, but I go by Ms. Lupe. I have 3 years of experience working with infants and children. I have always enjoyed taking care of children and watching them grow. It is very rewarding to be able to care for these young lives and being able to support them to have a healthy and happy childhood experience. I have a passion for teaching these young minds and helping their personalities, curiosities and ideas thrive.
Growing up I was surrounded by many young family members and being able to nurture and show them tender care inspired my interest in working with infants and children. In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my own son who is 10 years old and my husband. I also enjoy going to the movie theater, playing soccer and cooking.
