María José Fonseca

Early childhood educator passionate about designing pedagogical strategies that foster meaningful learning. Experienced in evaluating preschool learning environments and supporting educators through training and advisory services. Skilled in curriculum development and assessment, designing strategies that enrich learning experiences and promote continuous improvement. Native Spanish speaker with intermediate-advanced proficiency in English.

Teacher with over 20 years of classroom experience, including 12 years as an educator and/or coordinator in early childhood education. Experienced in working across different preschool levels, from nursery to kindergarten, with additional expertise in coordinating pedagogical teams and founding a preschool. Passionate about creating learning environments where children can thrive and reach their full potential.

• Co-teacher for Kindergarten, Colegio San Marcosl, 2024
• Early Childhood Educator for Preschool, Colegio Latino Cordillera, 2017-2018
• Early Childhood Educator for Preschool, Jardín Infantil La Casa en el Árbol l, 2015
• Early Childhood Educator for Preschool and Pre-K, Jardín Infantil Chapo, 2014
• Early Childhood Educator for Preschool, Colegio Maison de l’Enfance , 2013
• Pedagogical Support for Early Education, Colegio Maison de l’Enfance, 2005 - 2012

Courses for Early child teachers, Universidad Autónoma:

• Effective Communication
• Information and Communication Technology
• Introduction to Early Childhood Education
• Early Childhood Education Curricular Foundations
• Child Development Psychology and Learning
• Development of Thinking: Active Learning
• Child Health and Safety
• Personal and Social Development of the Child
• Artistic Languages
• Neuroscience and Child Learning
• Curriculum and Evaluation for Learning in Early Childhood Education
• Pedagogical Leadership and Identity of the Technician
• Development of Logical-Mathematical Thinking and Quantification

Workshop: Classroom Learning Management, Corporación San Isidoro 

Advisory: Classroom Support, Corporación San Isidoro 

Training: Updating Early Childhood Education Curricular Foundations, Corporación San Isidoro 

Workshop: Evaluation Rubric Application for Textbooks, Curriculum and Evaluation Unit, Ministerio de Educación