Meet the Team
We're proud of our dedicated, experienced, and nurturing staff.
Ingrid
Director
Ingrid is originally from Lima, Peru. Her background is in administration with 14 years of experience in the Early Education Spanish Immersion Programs. Ingrid joined Mi Escuelita in 2023.
Neida
Teacher in Estrellitas
Neida studied theater at the University of Puerto Rico, then completed a master’s degree in counseling psychology and did
her clinical practice in schools with children from Kindergarten to High School. Before joining Mi Escuelita, she previously worked as a theater teacher for children and young people between 10 and 18 years old. She joined Mi Escuelita in 2023.
Fedra
Teacher in Estrellitas
Fedra was born in Barinas, Venezuela, where she earned her degree in early childhood education. She has over five years of experience dedicated to the care, guidance, and holistic development of young children. As a mother of two, she brings a deep understanding and sensitivity to her work with children and families. She joined Mi Escuelita in 2025. Her goal is to provide each child with a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment that supports their growth and overall development.
Kely
Teacher in Solecitos
Kely is a licensed occupational therapist trained in Venezuela, with experience in child development. As a mother of two, she has a deep commitment to the well-being and holistic growth of children. She is passionate about supporting children in achieving their developmental milestones, promoting learning through play and fun, and fostering balanced, meaningful growth.
Blanca
Teacher in Solecitos
Blanca earned an Associate Degree as a Business Secretary in her home country Honduras. She joined Mi Escuelita in 2007.
Marcia
Teacher in Lunitas
Marcia Castellano Alvarez is from Cuba and has dedicated over 30 years to teaching, which she considers both a vocation and a passion. She has experience teaching in her home country as well as in North Carolina, where she spent 12 years working with young children. Marcia began her journey at Mi Escuelita in 2024 and continues to learn something new every day, finding joy in her teaching.
Katherine
Teacher in Lunitas
Katherine is from León, Nicaragua, and she holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology. She has eight years of experience working with children, primarily from low-income backgrounds. She is passionate about early childhood education and supporting young learners’ development.
Emilio
Teacher in Cometas
Emilio is from Mexico, born in the state of Veracruz. He has a bachelor's degree in education from his home country and six years of experience working with children up to the age of 12. He is passionate about teaching and joined Mi Escuelita in 2024 to continue learning from his students.
Yesenia
Teacher in Cometas
Yesenia is originally from Chiapas, Mexico. She previously worked in Montessori Schools. Yesenia joined Mi Escuelita in 2022.
Alejandrina
Floater
Alejandrina is originally from Honduras. She joined Mi Escuelita in 2019.
Ana Carolina
Music Teacher
Carolina is from Venezuela where she studied piano, singing and composition. She taught in a Spanish immersion preschool from 2016 to 2021 and now focuses on teaching music to children.
Alexis
Yoga Teacher
Alexis is of Cuban and Puerto Rican descent. She received her yoga teacher training with Carrboro Yoga Company, and her children’s yoga teacher training with Kidding Around Yoga. She joined Mi Escuelita as the yoga instructor in 2023.
