Staff

I love being a member of the parish, Saint Anne's Society, and socializing with family and friends. To teach preschool at Mary Star of the Sea is a dream that I have reached because I love working with children. Kids must learn most in a friendly, warm and safe environment and we make every day fun while also using educational tools. We teach the value of God and our faith in the Catholic tradition, and also nurture each child to develop at his/her own pace to encourage personal growth. Year started at MSSE: 1995 Degrees/Credentials: AS Child Development, CTC Child Development Permit

Things I love most are being with my family and reading for pleasure. Working at Mary Star gives me the opportunity to nurture my own faith so that I can become confident in articulating, sharing and celebrating my faith with each of the children and staff. It also gives me the opportunity to nurture the qualities of good citizenship in the children, along with the responsibility to be able to help them achieve their knowledge about God. Year started at MSSP: 2008 Degrees/Credentials: AA Early Childhood Education Director of Preschool CA Credential

I became interested in working with young children at a young age. When I realized they sparked my interest, I developed a genuine feeling in pursuing a career in child development. I am currently taking courses at Los Angeles Harbor College and working on getting my Associate Degree in Child Development. Year started at MSSE: 2013 Education: 24 Units in Early Child Education

The most rewarding thing I have done is become a teacher and shaping little minds along the way. I remember being on summer break as a child and playing teacher while my sisters would be the students.I have always had a drive for education and it was no question right after high school that attending college to be a teacher was what I wanted to do. I landed my first job as a preschool teacher right after CSULB where I knew early education was where I belonged. I believe all students are scholars and that preschool is the stepping stone into their educational success. Not only do they leave preschool academically ready for Kindergarten but also they build the social skills to build lifelong bonds. I couldn't be happier knowing the difference I'm making daily as a teacher.