Hello! I’m Veronica Cervantez.

I’m excited to share a little bit about myself with you!

I’ve been working with young children and adolescents for over 20 years, and it’s truly been a rewarding journey. What I love most about working with children is witnessing their growth and development over time. It’s amazing to see their personalities shine and their confidence grow. One of my favorite activities to do with the kids is enrichment art—it gives them a chance to express themselves creatively and bring their unique ideas to life.

I’m looking forward to learning more about you and your family as we begin this school year together!

A Few Fun Facts About Me:

• Name: Veronica Cervantez

• Hometown: Santa Clara, CA

• Childcare Experience: 17 years with children ages 3–5

• Education: Fully Qualified Preschool Teacher with a background in Early Childhood Education

• Favorite Food: Tacos

• Weekend Fun: I love spending time with my daughter and our dog, Dutches

• Favorite Children’s Book: The Giving Tree

• Primrose Character I Relate To Most: Libby the Lamb

• What I’m Most Excited About This School Year: Building relationships with each child and family, and sharing in the joy of their learning and growth!

Hello! I’m Miss Natalia – here’s a little about me!

I was born and raised in San Jose, and I’ve always had a passion for education. Working with children and watching them grow into confident, curious learners brings me so much joy. The excitement and wonder on their faces truly make every day special.

In my free time, I love making memories with friends and family. I’m an avid reader with a personal goal of finishing one book a week—if I’m not at home, you’ll likely find me at a local bookstore or soaking up the sun at the beach.

Hometown: San Jose, CA
Childcare Experience: 5+ years working with children from Preschool through 3rd grade
Education Background: Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood & Education Sciences
Favorite Food: Anything Mexican—especially my Mama’s recipes!
Favorite Weekend Activities: Hiking, enjoying live music, and relaxing at the beach with a good book
Favorite Children’s Book: The Giving Tree by Shel Silverstein – a timeless classic
Primrose Character I Relate To Most: Og the Bookworm 📚
What I’m Most Excited About This School Year: I can’t wait to build meaningful relationships and create lasting memories with both students and families!

I’m so excited for the year ahead and can’t wait to meet you all!

Hello! I’m Ms.Cynthia R, and I wanted to tell you a little about myself.

I was born and raised in San Jose, California. One of my favorite things about growing up here is being immersed in all of the different cultures and being exposed to different foods and cultural celebrations.

In 2022, I earned my Bachelor’s in Child and Adolescent Development from San Jose State, and have been working in a preschool setting since. While going to school, I gained experience as a Behavior Therapist, working with children from the ages of 4 to 11. One of my favorite things about working with children is being able to see all of their growth and development in real time.

Outside of work, I enjoy attending concerts, collecting vinyl records, and finding new matcha/coffee spots! One thing about myself is that I love animals, especially cats. I have two cats at home named Frijol and Coliflor.

One of my favorite children’s books is “Corduroy” and “The Very Hungry Caterpillar”. These books are classic stories that I grew up reading, and it feels so special to be able to read these childhood favorites to the students in my classroom.

I’m looking forward to getting to know you all!

Hi! I’m Ms. Lisa, and I’d love to tell you a little about myself.

I was born and raised in the Bay Area, where my husband and I raised our three children, all of whom attended local public schools. When our youngest daughter was in elementary school, I decided to pursue my lifelong passion for education and returned to school. I graduated with honors from San Jose State University in 2020 with a Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies with a Teacher Preparation emphasis.

My passion for caring for children began long before I became a teacher. At just 12 years old, I completed my first CPR and First Aid certification so I could confidently care for little ones. That early interest eventually led me to a career in education. After graduating, I accepted a position as a Transitional Kindergarten (TK) teacher at a local preschool, where I spent four wonderful years teaching children ages two through four and helping prepare them for kindergarten.

One of the most rewarding parts of teaching is creating meaningful learning experiences that inspire curiosity and a lifelong love of learning. I strive to support not only each child’s academic growth but also their social and emotional development, helping them build confidence, kindness, and independence. Every day, I look forward to guiding my students as they grow and reach new milestones.

Outside of the classroom, I enjoy spending time in nature, especially hiking, and my favorite meal is chicken teriyaki. My favorite children’s book is The Giving Tree, and the Primrose Friend I relate to most is Benjamin the Bear because of his caring and dependable nature.

This school year, I am especially excited to learn and implement Primrose Schools’ Balanced Learning curriculum while building meaningful relationships with each child and family. I can’t wait to get to know you and your family and partner with you to make this a wonderful year of learning and growth!

Hi! My name is JoAnn Munoz Escobedo, but you can call me Jo.

I was born and raised in San Jose, California. Ever since I was a child, I loved playing “school”—and I was always the teacher! That early passion for teaching has stayed with me throughout my life. I truly enjoy being around children and helping them grow, learn, and prepare for the next stage in their lives. Teaching is not just a job for me—it’s a calling. I especially love challenging children and seeing their confidence bloom.

In my free time, I enjoy relaxing with a good movie and some popcorn. I also love cooking and baking for my family, and I find peace in taking walks at the park.

About Me:

• Name: JoAnn (or Jo)

• Hometown: San Jose, California

• Child Care Experience: I have over 12 years of experience in child care, including 12 years as a Center Director. For the past 15 years, I’ve been teaching in the Pre-K classroom.

• Education: Fully Qualified Preschool Teacher

• Favorite Foods: Pizza (I have three favorites!), French fries, and pasta

• Favorite Weekend Activity: Watching movies and enjoying some quiet time

• Favorite Children’s Book: Pete the Cat series

• Primrose Character I Relate to Most: Katie the Cat—because I love talking with my students and hearing all about what’s on their minds!

What I’m most excited about this school year is being part of the Primrose team. I’m looking forward to building strong, meaningful connections with both children and their families. My goal is to meet—and exceed—the expectations of our parents and coworkers, and to make a positive impact every day.

Hello! My name is Teresa J and I am proudly born and raised in East Side San Jose, where I grew up surrounded by a strong sense of community and culture. I earned my Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education from De Anza College, and I have four years of experience working as an afterschool teacher with children ages 3–15, supporting both their academics and social-emotional development.

Outside of my passion for working with children, music plays a big role in my life. I enjoy playing the drums, electric guitar, bass guitar, and keyboard, and I also love to sing. When I’m not making music, you can usually find me at Barnes & Noble picking out new books to read. Growing up in a Latino household, I developed a love for traditional foods like pozole, empanadas, and especially flautas.

On the weekends, I enjoy walking my dog, shopping with my mom, baking, and playing guitar. One of my favorite children’s books is Too Many Tamales. I connect most with Erwin the Dog because of his friendly and loyal nature.

This school year, I’m most excited about creating meaningful memories, sharing laughter, and watching each child grow and develop, while continuing to grow as a teacher myself. I look forward to getting to know you and your family!