Meet the People Who Make Arborland Special
38 Years of Dedicated Teaching | Two Campuses | Infant - 8th Grade
At Arborland, our teachers are more than educators — they are mentors, guides, and the steady presence that makes children feel safe enough to take on new challenges. Every lead teacher brings Montessori training and genuine care for the individual child. Our low teacher - to - student ratios mean your child isn't just known — they're truly seen.
Ms. Veronica Chen
MBA, M Ed. | Principal
I am honored to serve as Arborland’s principal. The staff and I have been using time during the summer to plan and prepare for this milestone school year. We are looking forward to taking Arborland to the next level and continuing our high quality education standards.
Dr. Sueling Chen
MBA, Ed.D. | Founder & Advisor
I will be available for consulting, advising and offering help in any specific areas of work as requested by our new principal, Ms. Veronica Chen.
Infant Program
Ages 3–18 months · 1:4 teacher-student ratio · Warm, sensory-rich learning environments
Toddler Program
Ages 18–36 months · 1:6 teacher-student ratio · Language, independence & early Montessori foundations
Ms. Cresca Lam
Ms. Kelly Snider
Room 8
Room 10
Primary Program
Ages 2.5–6 years · 1:12 teacher-student ratio · The heart of the Montessori experience
Elementary Program
Ages 6–12 years · Lower & Upper Elementary · Academic rigor and self-directed discovery
Junior High Program
7th & 8th Grade · College-prep academics · Montessori principles for emerging young adults
Ms. Ashley Simms
Mr. Ryan Blatchford-Smith
Room 103
Room 101
Enrichment & Activity Instructors
At Arborland, learning extends well beyond the classroom. Our activity instructors bring expertise in music, dance, language, swimming, and more — enriching every student's week with skills and experiences that last a lifetime.
For program availability, age group eligibility, and enrollment information, visit our Extra-Curricular page or contact the office.
Dr. Sophie Lee
Music
Piano, Flute
Mrs. Antonina Gershfeld
Music
Piano
Mrs. Nona Khanagova
Music
Piano, Voice, Drums, Guitar
Ms. Casey Yu
Music
Piano, Mozart
Ms. Ari Pulido
Dance/Gymnastics
Ballet, Tap
Ms. Sandy Anecito
Dance
Ballet, Tap, Pop Jazz
Coach Khoa Do
Tennis
Ms. Jamie Alexander
Swim
Faculty and Staff
Ms. Linda Martinez
Administrator
Ms. Brianna Garcia
Administrator
Ms. Desiree Mendez
Administrative Assistant
Ms. Andrea Chapman
Assistant Teacher
Ms. Zoralla Jardon
Assistant Teacher
Ms. Keiry Reynoso
Assistant Teacher
Ms. Gina Pedroza
Assistant Teacher
Ms. Iris Charmaine Losh
Assistant Teacher
Ms. Valeri Sanchez
Assistant Teacher
Ms. Iliana Medrano
Assistant Teacher
Ms. Varee Tan
Assistant Teacher
Ms. Stephanie Wright
Assistant Teacher
Ms. Kimberly Juarez
Assistant Teacher
Ms. Melissa Pasillas
Assistant Teacher
Ms. Alyssa Molina
Assistant Teacher
Ms. Marissa Ortega-Martinez
Co-Teacher
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Liu Lao Shi
Assistant Teacher
Ms. Aurora Medina
Assistant Teacher
Ms. Teresa Hann
Assistant Teacher
Ms. Maryland Ballinas
Assistant Teacher
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Ms. Lillian Wilson
Assistant Teacher
Ms. Kathia Escobar
Assistant Teacher
Ms. Isla Bailon
Childcare
Ms. Juliana Castillo
Childcare
Maestra Gabriela Gomez
Spanish
Tutoring
Kuo Lao Shi
Mandarin Chinese
Yeh Lao Shi
Mandarin Chinese
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Ms. Cece Nguyen
Childcare
Ms. Laura Perez
After School Childcare
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Ms. Nathaly Reyes
After School Childcare
Ms. Emily Shepard
After School Childcare
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Ms. Aashna Dialani
Substitute
Ms. Yogita Dialani
Substitute
Ms. Ina Sharma
Substitute
Ms. Radha Sriram
Substitute
Ms. Jocelyn Tapia
Substitute
Mr. Armando Camarena
Cook
Ms. Teresa Contreras
Cook