What makes Little Angels teachers different?
Little Angels Preschool has one of the most experienced and stable teaching teams of any preschool in Santa Barbara. Many of our staff have worked together since 2002, and our exceptionally low turnover rate means your child builds real, lasting relationships with their teachers — not a revolving door of new faces. Every teacher holds Early Childhood Education credentials and is CPR and First Aid certified.
Our Teachers & Staff
Roly Poly
18 Months
Monica
My name is Monica, and I am the teacher in the Roly Poly Class. I have been working with children since 2022, and began my role as a teacher in January 2024. I have been taking Early Childhood Education units at Santa Barbara City College and Theoria Technical College, I am also CPR and First Aid certified. I am very happy for the opportunity to be part of the teaching team at Little Angels, and excited to support your children’s growth and development.
Jessica
My name is Jessica, and I am the Assistant in the Roly Poly Class, but have also worked in the older classrooms. I have been at Little Angels since 2021. I have taken Early Childhood courses at SBCC, and am currently enrolled in more, and will be a qualified teacher soon! I am also CPR and First Aid certified.
Madison
My name is Madison, but most people call me Maddie, and I am one of the teachers in the Ladybug Class!
I was born and raised here in Santa Barbara. I attended Humboldt State University, where I graduated with my BA in Child Development and a Minor in American Indian Education. I am also First Aid and CPR certified. Being the director's daughter, I have been a part of Little Angels and a preschool environment my entire life. I have been teaching since 2017 and can’t imagine doing anything else!
Ladybug
2 Years
Mayra
My name is Mayra and I am one of the teachers in the Ladybug Class. I have taken many Early Childhood courses at SBCC, and love gaining knowledge about young children. Prior to coming to Little Angels, I worked in an elementary school’s after school program for 3 years. I am also CPR and First Aid certified.
Bumblebee
3 Years
Rosa
My name is Rosa, and I am a teacher in the Bumblebee Class. I have been at Little Angels Preschool since 2010 and love being part of such an amazing school. I graduated from Santa Barbara High School and went straight to Santa Barbara City College, where I graduated with an AS degree in Early Childhood Development. I am also First Aid and CPR certified.
Katy
My name is Katy and I am a teacher in the Bumblebee Class. I've worked in a school setting since 2006 with preschool aged children up to second grade. I've enjoyed working with the different ages but enjoy the preschool years the most. I am so blessed to be part of LAPS and always look forward to being a part of a child's learning experience and growth. I am also First Aid and CPR certified.
Rosalie
My name is Rosalie, and I am a teacher in the Butterfly Class. I have been a teacher locally for over 25 years and have been at Little Angels since 2003 (aside from a 4-year stint at another local preschool). Along with being CPR and First Aid certified, I have my Bachelor of Science degree in Child Development from the University of La Verne. I am so happy to be doing what I love in the town I was born and raised in!
Butterfly
4 Years
Fatima
My name is Fatima, and I am a teacher who floats between the Bumblebee and Butterfly Classes. I have been working with children since 2017 and in the teaching field since 2022. I love what I do! I have my Associate of Science degree in early childhood education as well as one in sociology. I am also CPR and First Aid certified. I am very happy to be a teacher at Little Angels, and help our little ones grow to be amazing adults of the future!
A Foundation of Consistency and Experience
Our team of experienced educators with exceptionally low turnover provide the consistent, high-quality care every child deserves.