B.A. Human Development - Early Childhood Development, Cal State East Bay

Ms. Alicia graduated with her Bachelor of Arts in Human Development, with a concentration in Early Childhood Development, from Cal State East Bay. Alicia initiated her career as an Applied Behavior Analysis therapist at Port View Preparatory for two years before transitioning to teaching. She pursued her Montessori Credentials through the American Montessori Society at the Montessori Western Teacher Training Program. Alicia began as an assistant teacher at Newport Montessori before progressing to become a lead teacher for preschool for five years. She has greatly enjoyed witnessing her students' growth in various areas of the classroom, from enhanced confidence and independence to improved problem-solving skills and Spanish language acquisition. Ms. Alicia is thrilled to join Pacific Academy as a preschool Spanish teacher.