Contact: amyp@sv.ycef.com

“I was born and raised in San Jose, CA. I went to Oregon for a few years for school, but ultimately ended up moving back home around 2021. I have 2 year old cat named Cricket and I love everything arts & crafts! I chose to teach at YCIS because I like and agree with the child-led, emergent curriculum and hope to get the opportunity to grow and learn, as both a person and as an educator. Having a bicultural, bilingual classroom helps, both the students and educators, to get a better, more well-rounded understanding of the world.”

Education:

B.S. Psychology from the University of Oregon

Year joined YCIS: 2023

Contact: vivianq@sv.ycef.com

“I joined YCIS Silicon Valley in 2003. I like YCIS’s uniqueness of blending West and East. A culturally rich world classroom makes school learning much more meaningful and enjoyable. In my years with YCIS, I have witnessed respecting individual learners and promoting multiple-intelligence development to allow each student to develop their own individual talents. At YCIS, I have experienced how a learning community greatly benefits all its members. YCIS students, staff, even our parents and family members are greatly encouraged and supported to seek and explore knowledge, to foster individual and collaborative skills. I enjoy my everyday working, learning and growing at YCIS. We welcome you to join us. We will be very honored to assist your family and guide our young learners as they start their amazing educational journey! See you at YCIS!”

Education:

A.A. Multidiscipline concentration in Early Childhood Education, De Anza College; B.A. Child and Adolescent Development, San Jose State University; M.Ed. Educational Leadership, American College of Education. Certification: California Child Development Director Permit

Year Joined YCIS: 2003

Contact: perlar@sv.ycef.com

“I was born in Mexico but have lived in the Bay Area since the age of one. In my free time, I enjoy movies, spending time with my family, reading, and trying new places to eat. What I love most about teaching is observing children learn and grow from the beginning to the end of the year. I love how honest, smart, and kind they can be. Also, the innocence with which they perceive the world. What I like about YCIS is how kind and friendly the teachers, administrators, and parents are. I am always looking forward to learning and growing as an educator, and becoming a part of the YCIS family will provide me the opportunity to do so. Maybe along the way, I hope to add Chinese to my language list.”

Education:

AS-T in Early Childhood Education from Foothill College

Year joined YCIS: 2023

Contact: xitlalir@sv.ycef.com

“My passion for teaching started when I was a child. I remember holding a small chalkboard and asking my brothers, “What’s 1+1?.” As I grew older, my interest in teaching continued but I thought about majoring in Math because it’s another passion I have. After attending a conference focused on Early Childhood Education at Pacific Oaks College, I decided to major in Education with a focus on Early Childhood. My journey with children started when I volunteered at a preschool in Willow Glen. The children captured my heart and there I understood what a gift children are to our world. I believe in educating the whole child and learning along with them. When I visited the YCIS family I saw these beliefs acted on. I saw how everyone treats the children with respect and how they use their interests to create meaningful activities for them. This is why I am proud of being a part of the YCIS family and I am delighted to teach in this beautiful community.”

Education:

A.S in Math and Science from National Hispanic University, B.A. in Human Development from Pacific Oaks College, M.A in Educational Leadership from Santa Clara University. Permits: Child Development Site Supervisor Permit

Year Joined YCIS: 2022