We met up with one of our devoted staff members, infant caregiver Mayra Perez, 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 Mayra Perez, and I am an infant caregiver. I have my 3rd class of babies this year.

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

A: They are babies, so their way of learning is through exploration, responding to music & singing, and learning to clap their hands.

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

A: Watching how they mature and begin to grasp concepts.

Q: What is your favorite animal?

A: Horses!

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

A: I had a lot of fun making their cute Halloween projects.

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

A: I am active in my church, and have three children, one who is a preschooler at Claire’s, so I am very involved in their activities.

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: Lots and lots of patience! 

Q: What are your favorite stores / gift cards?

A:  Target and Walmart

Q: Where is your ideal vacation?

A: Hawaii!

Q: Describe your job in one word. 

A: “Love”

Mayra 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!