Coronado Preschool

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Preschool Teachers

Village Preschool Teacher: Ms. Eileen Rodriguez

Silver Strand preschool teacher: Ms. Kimberly Carrillo

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VILLAGE PRESCHOOL STAFF

Ms. Eileen Rodriguez-Preschool Teacher

Eileen Rodriguez is a San Diego Native. She has 3 kids, one daughter who graduated from Coronado Unified School District and has graduated from Northridge State University with a degree in Art, one son who is currently attending SDSU, is enrolled in ROTC and plans to join the Air Force after graduating, and one daughter who is currently attending UC Berkeley and plans to get a degree in Civil Engineering with an emphasis on Environmental Engineering.

Eileen has a Bachelor’s Degree in Child and Family Development, which she received from San Diego State University where she also worked for 4 years in the Child Development Center on Campus as a Teacher and Administrative Assistant. She then went on to work for a program called Special Care where she worked with medically fragile children.

In 2000 she came to work for the Coronado Unified School District where she started the State Preschool/Special Ed Inclusion Program for the district. She worked for Village Elementary for 13 years and then transferred to Silver Strand Elementary where she taught the State Preschool Program for 5 years. She currently teaches at Village Preschool.

Ms. Lani-Preschool Assistant

Hello Everyone!

I'm so excited to be joining the Village Preschool team this year!

I have known Ms. Eileen for over 10 years, when she was my

youngest child's preschool teacher at Silver Strand.

I have been working with school-age/preschool for over 25 years -First, with the Boys and Girls Club of IB, then spent 18 + years as the Tiny Tot Coordinator for Navy Child and Youth Programs at the Silver Strand Youth Center, and have currently been working at CUSD as a Preschool Assistant since 2018.

I have 2 kiddos that were/are students in CUSD. My eldest graduated in 2022 and my youngest will be a Junior at CHS this year.

I'm looking forward to meeting and getting to know the students and families ❤️

Ms. Adriana-Preschool Assistant

Hello Families,

My name is Adriana Alcaraz, and I am the teacher assistant in the classroom. I have over 24 years of experience working with children and a deep passion for early childhood education. I love supporting young learners as they grow and explore, and I always strive to create a warm, safe, and fun environment.

A little about me: I have two wonderful children. My oldest son is 25 years old and works as a television producer. He’s very much like his father — hardworking, creative, and determined. My daughter attends Coronado High School and has a deep passion for art. At home, we also have a dog and a turtle who are part of our family. I’m so excited to begin this school year with your children and to work together to create a joyful and meaningful preschool experience. Thank you for trusting us!

Ms. Almaz-Instructional Assistant Behavioral Health Care

Hi, my name is Almaz Abbay. I am originally from Ethiopia and I am a mother of three boys, and a grandmother of two girls and a boy. I worked as a hospice nurse for 28 years, and have worked for Coronado School District for the past 10 years. I am excited and look forward to working with your child this year!

SILVER STRAND PRESCHOOL STAFF

Ms. Kimberly Carrillo-Preschool Teacher

Kimberly Carrillo was born in San Diego, California and grew up in a city called Villahermosa, which means "beautiful town”. It is a city in the south of Mexico where I lived with my mom, dad, and two brothers. Growing up there was very beautiful for me. I remember that during vacations, we visited different places in the state like museums, beaches, waterfalls, rivers, archaeological ruins, caves, etc . I have many beautiful memories from my childhood. I always enjoyed participating in cultural and sports events at my schools.When I graduated from high school, I decided to pursue a career in preschool. I had worked part-time at a daycare and always felt a desire to work with children, influenced by my mom who was a preschool teacher for over 40 years. Growing up, I witnessed her dedication and love for her job, which instilled in me the desire to experience the same. So, I began studying that career. While studying for my degree, we were sent to school to provide service and put our acquired knowledge into practice. You had to demonstrate your teaching abilities. In the final year, they assign you a class, and you're in charge of the group for the entire year as a teacher. At the end, they evaluate your performance. I learned a lot and felt well prepared to begin working. In 2015 I graduated, obtaining my bachelor's degree in early education. That same year I got married, and we lived there for a year. I started working and felt very happy.

Towards the end of 2016 my husband and I decided to move to San Diego. In 2017 I started looking for a teaching job, but not having my diploma from this country made it challenging. I decided to read about how I could validate what I had studied. After a few months, I achieved it, and when I finally had my transcripts, I felt unsure because although my education was in teaching, it hadn't been here. I prepared and began reading about the education system in the United States and how to be a good teacher in this country. I applied for jobs and started working, learning, and taking numerous courses.Currently I’ve been married for 8 years, a mother of three children, and I enjoy creating memories with my family, much like my parents did with me. I am a preschool teacher at Silver Strand elementary, managing two groups. With 7 years of experience I feel blessed to have the opportunity to lay the foundations of education, considering it the most crucial stage of life. My goal is for children to perceive my classroom as a welcoming space where they can create, learn, and cherish their childhood as the most valuable time in their lives.

Ms. Claudeth-Preschool Assistant

I am a dedicated early childhood educator with 14 years of experience working with preschool-aged children. I am currently in my fourth year working for the Coronado Unified School District. I have had the opportunity to work at Village Elementary and am now I am a part of the team at Silver Strand Elementary.

I am passionate about supporting young children during this important stage of their development and truly enjoy witnessing their learning and growth everyday. I hold a Child Development Site Supervisor Permit and bring strong skills in team collaboration, communication, and classroom support.

I have been married for four years to my husband, who is a chef at Hotel del Coronado. I enjoy being part of the Coronado community and look forward to continuing to grow professionally, while contributing to this wonderful community for many years to come.

Ms. Elizabeth-Instructional Assistant Behavioral Health Care

Hello! My name is Elizabeth Castellanos, and I am thrilled to be part of the preschool team here at Silver Strand.I have been working with the district for 9 years, 4 of which have been dedicated to watching our youngest learners grow during their first steps in early childhood education. My greatest passion is supporting them as they discover the world during this vital stage. On a personal note, I have been married for 23 years and I am the proud mother of two beautiful daughters. I am deeply connected to our community; one of my daughters graduated from Coronado in 2024, and my youngest is a senior this year. Having the perspective of both an educator and a Coronado parent allows me to deeply understand and support your children's journey.I am looking forward to meeting your little ones and working together to make this a wonderful school year!