Elementary Teachers

Pre-Kindergarten: Ms. Sharayah Rivera
Bachelors in Elementary Education - University of New Mexico
Masters (Reflective Practice) in Elementary Education - University of New Mexico
srivera@sanfelipedenerischool.org

"I enjoy teaching "little ones" because of their excitement and joy in learning, and their ability to learn about the world around them through both play and formal instruction. I am a firm believer that every child has the capacity to learn and to grow. I see it with my students daily. I teach to instill my own love of learning about God and his creation upon my students. I also want to help my students grow in faith, knowledge, and service to others through sincere kindness and active listening."




Pre-Kindergarten Educational: Assistant: Krista Benavidez

Kindergarten: Mrs. Jennifer Finney
Bachelors of Science in Hospitality & Tourism Management - New Mexico State University
Masters in Educational Leadership - University of New Mexico
State of New Mexico Level II License
jfinney@sanfelipedenerischool.org

"I enjoy helping students develop a solid foundation in their faith and academics. I think it is relevant and rewarding to assist students in forming faith-filled life skills. Teaching is a gratifying career which allows me to use humor, respect and discipline on a daily basis."




1st Grade: Mrs. Isena Llera-Diaz





2nd Grade: Ms. Erica Gavaldon
Bachelors Degree - University of New Mexico
Working on Masters at NMHU (Curriculum & Instruction)
egavaldon@sanfelipedeneri.org

"I teach because I enjoy watching the growth of the students when they jump from picture books to chapter books. I feel the excitement when they learn something new and that is all they want to do until they learn something else. Their excitement and growth let me know I am impacting their lives and futures. There is nothing better than watching a student start second grade unsure about reading, then leaving second grade unable to put books down because they love reading so much. Helping students nurture their strengths and tackle their weaknesses with confidence is why I went into teaching."




3rd Grade: Ms. Holly Peterson
Bachelors of Arts - Hendrix College
hpeterson@sanfelipedenerischool.org

"I teach because I love to learn. I have the opportunity to share the information I have learned throughout my life with students. Conveying information in an uplifting and meaningful manner makes pupils eager to go out and apply their newfound understanding to the world around them. In some small part, I am able to give children the tools that they will need to forge their own path of learning and discovery."




4th Grade: Ms. Mary Parker




5th Grade: Ms. Shannon Malagon