Ms Marissa (Director)
Meet Our Director: Ms. Marissa
At Reach Montessori Preschool in San Jose , our Director Marissa Vasquez brings over 14 years of experience creating nurturing, child-centered learning environments where every child feels safe, valued, and ready to grow.
Marissa believes that children learn best when they feel secure and supported, not rushed. Her approach combines Montessori principles with a strong focus on emotional development, confidence-building, and individualized learning.
Why Families in San Jose Choose Our Leadership
- Focus on whole-child development (social, emotional, and academic)
- Calm, structured classrooms that build confidence and independence
- Strong parent-school partnership with open communication
- Supportive environment for subsidy families and working parents
- Inclusive care where every child feels a sense of belonging
Supporting All Families
We proudly serve families across San Jose 95122 and surrounding communities, including those using childcare subsidies and government programs. Marissa is committed to ensuring every family feels supported, respected, and included—regardless of background.
A Director You Can Trust
Marissa leads with consistency, care, and intention—creating a preschool environment where children feel grounded, happy, and ready to thrive.
When children feel safe, learning follows naturally.
Mrs. Lulu He ( Teacher)
Hi, I’m Mrs. Lulu! I am originally from China, and I speak both English and Mandarin. After moving to the United States, I studied at the Montessori Teacher Education Center and completed all my coursework in 2015. I hold an AMS (American Montessori Society) credential.
I’m also a proud mom of two sons, and both of them spent their preschool years in a Montessori environment. My teaching journey includes working at Trust Montessori Preschool and Waha Montessori Preschool. With more than 10 years of experience in Montessori early childhood education, I am passionate about nurturing children’s growth and curiosity.
I genuinely love working with children. While I share knowledge and guide them, they also give me so much in return — their bright smiles and eyes as pure as the sky remind me every day why I sincerely love what I do.
In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my family, exploring delicious food, watching movies, going for walks, or simply relaxing while listening to music.
Ms. Vafa Jabrayilova (Teacher)
Hello. My name is Vafa. I’m from Azerbaijan. I’m married and have one son. I speak Russian, Turkish, Azerbaijani, and English.
I graduated from the University of Economics with a bachelor’s degree in Information Technology. Shortly after completing my undergraduate studies, I became a child development specialist in Azerbaijan and worked as a teacher’s assistant for two years. Upon discovering the Montessori Philosophy, I began pursuing the Montessori early childhood education credential at the San Francisco Bay Area Montessori Teacher Education Center. I enjoy working with children and educating them. I hope to carry forward the pedagogy of Montessori education and continue nurturing young children at Reach Montessori Preschool with my knowledge, love, and confidence.
In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my family, dining at restaurants, playing with my son, and watching movies.
Ms. Alonda (Teacher)
My name is Ms.Alondra Amore Feliz. I moved to the US at the age of 25 with my aunt from Mexico. I speak Spanish and English.
I had a thankful experience working for four years as a Volunteer at Head Start when my son went there for his preschool program. Later, I studied Early Child Education at Mission College in 2002. Shortly after I completed all the ECE units, I became a fully qualified preschool teacher. I worked as a toddler teacher at Rainbow Montessori School for five years and as an infant and toddler teacher for two years at Apple Seed Montessori School. I have been a teacher in a Montessori classroom for the past seven years. I love working with children and sharing discoveries with them. I enjoy being with young children every day.
In my free time, I enjoy visiting the library, park, beach, exercising, and gardening.
Careers
If you are interested in joining Reach Montessori, you may submit an application at any time. Please be sure to state the type of position for which you wish to be considered. We keep applications on file for at least 6 months. We are always looking to hire great teachers and will contact you if a position for which you are qualified becomes available.
We prefer you submit your resume to: thereachpreschool@gmail.com / director@reachmontessori.org