Our Butterflies classroom is designed for toddlers 18 months to 2 years by August 31.
The student to teacher ratio does not exceed 10 children to 2 teachers.
For most children, this is the first time they will be in community care. At this age their language is emergent, they develop large and fine motor skills, and begin socializing with others outside of their family unit.
Based on each child’s level of development they manipulate puzzles and experiment with art and science. Teachers read and sing to enhance language development. They also encourage independence at each child’s own pace. Most of all each child has a chance for imaginative play and to explore the many interactive toys in the classroom.
Toddler teachers serve their students with amazing patience and love while maintaining a safe environment. Our teachers’ love and passion for young children help them to value each child’s unique gifts and talents.
Ms. Suzanne
Lead Teacher, Toddlers
Team Member Since August 2003
Ms. Carolyn
Asst. Teacher (T&TH), Toddlers
Team Member Since August 2021
We are so excited to welcome Ms. Carolyn back to St. Mark CDO! Ms. Carolyn is originally from the great state of New Mexico. Ms. Carolyn earned a Bachelor’s of Science degree in computer science from New Mexico State University and a Master’s degree in Library Science from the University of Texas in Austin. Ms. Carolyn retired from IBM after almost 30 years and is excited to return to St. Mark CDO after a couple of years off! In her spare time, Ms. Carolyn tutors students whose first language is not English in all subjects as well as helping them fill out college applications. Over the years, Ms. Carolyn and her husband have hosted three international high school exchange students in their home in addition to raising their own son. Ms. Carolyn enjoys traveling with her family, working out, and reading. Ms Carolyn is married and has an adult son.
Ms. Victoria
Asst. Teacher (M&W), Toddlers
Team Member Since August 2023
Ms. Victoria joined our teaching team in the Fall of 2023 in the toddler butterfly classroom. Ms. Victoria always wanted to be a teacher when she grew up and is enjoying this experience working with the youngest of our enrolled children to see if this is truly what she wants to do for a career! Ms. Victoria grew up in San Marcos and graduated from San Marcos High School. She also studied at Stephen F. Austin University before becoming a mom! Ms. Victoria is married and has one daughter who is enrolled at the CDO. Before having her daughter, Ms. Victoria used to like to spin fire while dancing! Wow! Ms. Victoria is our first fire dancing teacher and we are glad that she is sharing her spark for education with us!
