Teachers & Staff
Ms. Jess
Hometown: San Diego, California
Experience: I began my career working with children in 2015, and have been working as a director since 2021.
Education background: I graduated college in 2019 majoring in Early Childhood Education.
Favorite weekend activities: Reading, going to the beach, snowboarding, and running!
Favorite children’s book: Where the Sidewalk Ends by Shel Silverstein
Why do you like working in education/with children?: I love to collaborate with others who share my passion for early childhood education and to inspire a love for learning with so many new children and families.
Ms. Lizzie
Hometown: San Diego, California
Experience: 9 years
Education background: B.A in Human Development: Counseling Services; Child Development Units at Miramar College
Favorite weekend activity: Sewing, Thrift shopping, Hanging out with friends, Camping, Pop-up events, Going to the movies
Favorite children’s book: Eric Carle books
Ms. Rosie
Hometown: Valley Center, California
Experience: 18 years
Education background: Child Development
Favorite weekend activity: I love going to the beach, golfing, watching football and family time!
Favorite children’s book: Anything written by Dr. Seuss, Pete The Cat, and the Llama Llama series
Ms. Lidia
Hometown: Tijuana, Baja California
Experience/ Education Background: I have 2 children of my own. I have worked with children for 3 years I have 12 Units in ECE
Favorite Weekend Activity: I love spending time with me family, baking cakes, and trying new restaurants!
Favorite Children’s Book: The Wonderful Things You Will Be
Ms. Gloria
Hometown: San Diego, California
Experience: 7.5 years
Education background: Bachelors in Engineering; Fully qualified Early Childhood Educator
Favorite weekend activity: Gardening
Favorite children’s book: The Lorax
Ms. Bryanna
Hometown: I am from El Centro in the Imperial Valley
Experience: I worked at a preschool close to home with children ages 2-5 years, before relocating to Primrose.
Education background: I have an Associates Degree in Child Development, as well as a Certificate of Achievement as a Child Development Associate Teacher
Favorite weekend activity: Bowling
Favorite children’s book: Pete the Cat
Ms. Leslie
Hometown: Nashville, Tennessee
Experience: I have worked in Early Childcare Programs for 6 years, and formerly worked at a Primrose in Tennessee. I also am a mother to a wonderful two-year old son!
Education Background: Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education
Favorite Weekend Activity: Reading, Puzzles, and going to the beach.
Favorite Children’s Book: The Pout Pout Fish
Ms. Kate
Hometown: San Diego, California
Experience: I formerly helped tutor Kindergarten age children.
Education background: I graduated from the University of Santo Tomas and am a fully qualified early childhood educator.
Favorite weekend activity: Reading and Drawing
Favorite children’s book: Tooth Fairy by Aubrey Wood
Ms. Morgan
Hometown: Abilene, Texas
Experience: I was a co-teacher in Texas as Blessed Beginnings Preschool.
Education Background: I attended Texas A&M University and am currently taking courses in Early Childhood Education.
Favorite Weekend Activity: I love shopping, crafting, sewing, taking my dog on outside adventures, and watching movies with my husband!
Favorite Children’s Book: The Rainbow Fish by Marcus Pfister
Ms. Zohreh
Hometown: I am from Iran.
Experience: I have been working with children since 2023.
Education background: Fully Qualified Early Childhood Educator
Favorite weekend activity: I love playing volleyball!
Favorite children’s book: Five Little Monkeys
Ms. Alia
Hometown: Loveland, Colorado
Experience: I worked at a Primrose in Colorado for three years before relocating to San Diego.
Education Background: Currently in school pursuing Early Childhood Education
Favorite Weekend Activity: Running and Hiking with my friends
Favorite Children’s Book: Oh The Places You’ll Go by Dr. Seuss
Ms. Karen
Hometown: Maracaibo, Venezuela
Experience: 5 years
Education background: Bachelors in Accounting as well as Early Childhood Education units
Favorite weekend activity: Hiking
Favorite children’s book: Little Red Riding Hood
Ms. Katie
Hometown: San Diego, California
Experience: 17 years teaching in child care facilities and I also am a mom to two children.
Favorite weekend activity: Camping with my family
Favorite children’s book: “The Little Mouse, the Red Ripe Strawberry and the Big Hungry Bear”
Ms. Angelica
Hometown: Cali, Columbia
Experience: I’ve been working with children for over 16 years as a nanny, a tutor, ASP counselor, room parent and Assistant teacher.
Education background: In college, I studied Social & Digital communications, as well as Early Childhood Education courses.
Favorite weekend activity: Going to the beach and hiking
Favorite children’s book: “If You Give a Mouse a Cookie”
Ms. Yaneth
Hometown: Excondido, California
Experience: I’ve volunteered at a CHDV center. I also am a mother to one wonderful son.
Education Background: Child Development Associate Teacher Certification
Favorite Weekend Activity: Playing soccer
Favorite Children’s Book: “Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What do you see?”
Ms. Sekyoung
Hometown: South Korea
Experience: over 16 years of experience working with children in both South Korea and the U.S.
Education background: Some Early Childhood Education courses
Favorite weekend activity: Playing golf with my family
Favorite children’s book: Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What do you see?
Ms. Ellie
Hometown: Poway, California
Experience: I have been working with children for the last year including at Primrose in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Education background: I’ve taken courses in Early Childhood Education.
Favorite weekend activity: I love spending time with my cats!
Favorite children’s book: Don’t Let The Pigeon Drive The Bus
Ms. Lauren
Hometown: Poway, California
Experience: I have been working with kids for 15 years total and have taught elementary school grades TK – 8th grade.
Education background: I attended California State University San Marcos for my Bachelor’s Degree and teaching credential.
Favorite weekend activity: Snuggling up on the couch with my cats to read or watch shows.
Favorite children’s book: If You Give a Mouse a Cookie and Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!
Ms. Jessica
Hometown: Portland, Oregon
Experience: I formerly worked in a language development program with young children, as well as was an infant teacher.
Education Background: I graduated from UC Riverside with a Bachelors Degree in Education. I am currently taking courses in Early Childhood Education.
Favorite Weekend Activity: Trying new restaurants!
Favorite Children’s Book: The Cat in the Hat by Dr. Seuss
Ms. Norie
Hometown: San Diego, California
Experience: I have worked with children for over 10 years, as well as take care of my now teenage nephew!
Education Background: Fully Qualified Preschool Teacher
Favorite Weekend Activity: Spending time with my family.
Favorite Children’s Book: Seeing Through My Grandfather’s Eyes
Ms. Frida
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Ms. Dayoung
Hometown: Daegu – South Korea
Experience: 4 years of experience working with children
Education background: Masters Degree in Child Development from San Diego State
University and a Bachelors Degree in Social Welfare/Human Ecology
Favorite weekend activity: Family time and hanging out with my friends
Favorite children’s book: The Rainbow Fish
Ms. Teri
Hometown: Capistrano Beach, California
Experience: I was an elementary school teacher for 16 years.
Education background: Masters Degree in Education
Favorite weekend activity: Spending time with my friends!
Favorite children’s book: Charlotte’s Web
Adrian Gutierrez
Hometown: Santa Ana, California
Experience: I have been cooking professionally for over 5 years, including preparing meals for groups of 50 to 300 people in settings such as assisted living facilities
Fun Fact: I have a cat named Chef!
Favorite weekend activity: I enjoy playing tennis, watching movies, reading, and attending music events.
Franchise Owner
Reena Dayal
Welcome to Primrose!
I am Reena Dayal, the proud owner of Primrose School of 4S Ranch!
Owning a preschool has been a dream of mine since I was a child, as I have always had a true passion for working with and supporting children. With a bachelor’s degree in Education from San Jose State and a master’s degree in Curriculum Design from University of San Diego, I have taught at preschools and elementary schools, but always have been drawn to the preschool environment.
After teaching for many years and having children of my own, I found it challenging to find a school where my children could learn and not just be “taken care of.” Determined to find the right school for my children, I felt like I was constantly searching to find a school with a curriculum that would prepare them for elementary school. Looking at many schools and conducting a lot of research, I knew that Primrose was the best fit for what I was looking for. San Diego has nothing like this here and I am so happy to bring the Primrose curriculum to the 4S community. The exclusive Primrose Schools curriculum extends beyond cognitive learning, with a deep focus on social emotional and character development, helping nurture Active Minds, Healthy Bodies and Happy Hearts®.
Who children become is as important as what they know is a belief that is at the core of our Balanced Learning® approach. Our research based early learning approach balances purposeful play with nurturing guidance from teachers to encourage curiosity, creativity, confidence and compassion. We deliver more than a curriculum; it’s a life-changing early learning experience for children and their families.
We are excited to meet you and your family!
Welcome to Primrose!
I am Reena Dayal, the proud owner of Primrose School of 4S Ranch!
Owning a preschool has been a dream of mine since I was a child, as I have always had a true passion for working with and supporting children. With a bachelor’s degree in Education from San Jose State and a master’s degree in Curriculum Design from University of San Diego, I have taught at preschools and elementary schools, but always have been drawn to the preschool environment.
After teaching for many years and having children of my own, I found it challenging to find a school where my children could learn and not just be “taken care of.” Determined to find the right school for my children, I felt like I was constantly searching to find a school with a curriculum that would prepare them for elementary school. Looking at many schools and conducting a lot of research, I knew that Primrose was the best fit for what I was looking for. San Diego has nothing like this here and I am so happy to bring the Primrose curriculum to the 4S community. The exclusive Primrose Schools curriculum extends beyond cognitive learning, with a deep focus on social emotional and character development, helping nurture Active Minds, Healthy Bodies and Happy Hearts®.
Who children become is as important as what they know is a belief that is at the core of our Balanced Learning® approach. Our research based early learning approach balances purposeful play with nurturing guidance from teachers to encourage curiosity, creativity, confidence and compassion. We deliver more than a curriculum; it’s a life-changing early learning experience for children and their families.
We are excited to meet you and your family!
