Liz Martinez
Infant/Toddler Lead Teacher
My name is Ms. Liz Martinez, and I have worked at St. Mary’s since 2018. Since joining, I have had the pleasure in working with all the ages, which influenced me in working with children 0-3. I have guided and collaborated with children in helping them towards their independence, and it is such an amazing thing to observe. Young children are capable of doing so much with the guidance and collaboration of the adult. It makes me happy to be able to guide the children at this age. In 2022, I received my AMI 0-3 Global Diploma at The Montessori Institute of San Diego under the instruction of Alejandra Rosas. I am currently the Infant/Toddler Lead Teacher in Gerber Daisy at our North Fontana Campus. In my free time, I love to go to different restaurants to eat, watching movies, and spending time with my family and friends. I am looking forward to meeting new families and ensuring the success of our children towards their independence.
Kayla Morales
Lead Primary Guide / Assistant Director
Hello! My name is Ms. Kayla Morales, and I have been part of St. Mary's Montessori School since 2019. I am the Lead Directress of our Buttercup Environment in our 3-6 Primary Program, and the Assistant Director of our Fontana campus. Working alongside my great colleagues, I have had phenomenal experiences fostering independence, growth, and confidence in the children during their first plane of development. I hold my global diploma through The Montessori Institute of San Diego, which allows me to work with children 2 1/2 - 6 internationally. I truly enjoy witnessing the social-emotional growth during this period of a child’s life. During my time away from my work, I enjoy reading, meditating, traveling, and being outdoors! I enjoy to collaborating with all our amazing families and look forward to meeting you!
Alexis Hsieh
Director
Hello, my name is Alexis Hsieh. I started my career at St. Mary’s Montessori School as the Gerber Daisy Lead in 2017. In 2020 I made the decision to support my two wonderful boys as a stay-at-home mom but returned to St. Mary's last year. This year, I have committed to attending the Montessori Institute of San Diego to further my education as a Montessorian. On my spare time I love to hike, dance, shop, try new restaurants, and of course spend time with my family.