Celia’s Class Biographies and Work Schedules

Celia Rocha Ramirez                                                               

Hours: 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM

     Celia is originally from Mexico and came to the United States 31 years ago. Celia is now a U.S. citizen. She is married, has two grown daughters, and a grandson. Celia received her AMI Montessori diploma from the Montessori Institute of San Diego in 2001. Celia’s Montessori trainer was Dr. Silvano Montanaro from Italy. Dr. Montanaro is world renown for her work with infants and toddlers. Celia also has an AA in Early Childhood education from Shasta College. Celia has been at Montessori Children’s House of Shady Oaks continuously since 1991. Celia is fluent in Spanish and she incorporates it into her classroom.  Celia’s hobbies include cooking, gardening, sewing, walking, and classical music.

    
Why Montessori? “I was invited by Marion Darancette to teach Spanish and cooking with the children in the class. I really enjoy the interaction between the children and their independence.”

Cindy Farrell

Hours 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM

Cindy is married and has three daughters, three grandchildren, and two great grandchildren. Cindy began working at Montessori Children’s House of Shady Oaks in 1996. She has worked as an assistant in both the toddler community and the primary classes. In 2004 she took on the role of school secretary. Cindy has AA degree in Early Childhood from Shasta College. Cindy has also worked at Heather Ridge Childcare Center and Shasta Head Start. She enjoys bowling, watching NASCAR races, and going to the ocean.

Why Montessori? “Working at Montessori is a learning experience. It has a calm and peaceful atmosphere. The children learn by having freedom to choose the work at their own pace. The school has a home environment where it makes me feel comfortable.”