Ms. Wen is a dedicated educator with accreditation in Early Childhood Education from San Francisco State University and over 10 years of experience at San Francisco Small World Family Child Care. Her work has deepened her understanding of child care and preschool education, particularly at the kindergarten level. Her ongoing experience with Montessori education enhances her passion for continuous growth in teaching and child development.
Virginia Chiao – Teacher
Ms. Chiao is an experienced educator with a background in teaching Chinese and English to young children. She previously worked as a Chinese teacher in Germany and provided English homework tutoring in Taiwan for five years. After training in the Montessori method for teaching Chinese in Los Angeles, she earned her AMS Early Childhood Education certificate in 2019.
Renee Cornell – Teacher
Ms Renee a California native and mother of three, has over 14 years of teaching experience at Discovery World Montessori. She holds an Associate Degree in Child Development from Mount San Antonio College and finds joy and fulfillment in contributing to children’s learning and growth, keeping her young at heart.
Nonye Egere – Teacher (Room 5)
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Marianna Leyva – Teacher (Room 4)
Ms.Marianna is the lead teacher for kindergarten and transitional kindergarten at Discovery World Montessori, where she has taught for seven years. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education from Union Institute and University and is pursuing a graduate degree in the same field from Grand Canyon University. Her Montessori teaching experience has helped her develop effective strategies to support each student’s success.
Lubana Adi – Teacher (Room 3)
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Julieta Batara – Teacher (Room 2)
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Jocelyn Co – Teacher (Room 1 B)
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Gina Fontanilla – Teacher (Room 6)
Ms. Gina Marie Fontanilla is the Principal of Discovery World Montessori, where she has worked for 16 years. She served as the lead Kindergarten teacher for 11 years before becoming the Principal. Originally from the Philippines, she earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Fine Arts from the Philippine Women’s University and later completed Early Childhood Education at Laguna Technical College after moving to the U.S. in 2002. With 16 years of Montessori teaching experience, she is dedicated to fostering growth in students, collaborating with colleagues and parents, and continually learning to serve the school community.
Carmina Perez – Teacher (Room 1 A)
Ms.Carmina is the infant/toddler teacher for Room 1 at Discovery World Montessori, where she has worked since 2002. She holds an Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education from Mount San Antonio College and loves being part of a team dedicated to nurturing young children.
