TEACHER PROFILE – Martha Molina

We met up with one of our devoted staff members, Young Two’s caretaker Martha Molina, and asked her a few questions to get to know her better!

Q: First things first, what is your name, the age group you teach, and duration at Claire’s Day School?

A:  My name is Martha, I am a caregiver in the “young twos” class, and I have been working with Ms. Claire for 32 years! I started at Northway with Ms. Claire in 1988.  I had Mrs. Gill in my class when she was 2yrs old, and she now teaches our 4yr old class!

Q: Describe what your class is learning about this school year.

A: Introduction to colors (teaching the colors of the flowers), shapes, animals sounds, introduction to alphabet and numbers.

Q: What is your favorite thing about working with children?

A: To enjoy them and their uniqueness – all children are different.  I love dancing and playing, and teaching them good manners.

Q: What is your favorite animal?

A: Giraffe

Q: What project or class subject has been a highlight so far this school year?

A: I love seeing that the kids have so much space to play in our classroom and on the playground.

Q: What do you like to do outside of Claire’s Day School? Any hobbies you enjoy?

A: Shopping, traveling, church

Q: Sometimes children can teach us things we don’t realize or know. Have you learned anything from your classes in your experience as a teacher?

A: How much they understand even at this young age – they tell me everything that happens at home!

Q: What are your favorite stores / gift cards?

A: VISA (for traveling)

Q: Where is your ideal vacation?

A: To enjoy my grandson in Florida

Q: Describe your job in one word.

A: Fantastic!

Martha is one of the many individuals who makes Claire’s Day School the special, loving place it is. We appreciate all the parents who allow us the pleasure of watching over their little ones and strive for excellence in education and care in every aspect, from Preschool to Parents Day Out. Follow along on our Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and blog page for more caretaker profiles, parenting tips and in-house updates!