Our Staff

     
Ms. Mickie - Director, Child Development Programs

Welcome to Temple City Early Learning Academy (TCELA)! My name is Mickie Wong and I am the Director of Temple City Unified School District’s Child Development Programs-- preschool and before and after school program, Extended Learning Program (ELP). My passion for working with children led me to earn my B.S. in Child and Adolescent Development, specifically Early Childhood Education from California State University, Fullerton. I further obtained my M.A. in Education from Brandman University, where I studied Administration and Leadership in Early Childhood Education. 

In my experience, I volunteered with the Child Life Department at the Children’s Hospital of Orange County (CHOC), I taught preschool in Orange County and was an Assistant Director of a private preschool. In my free time, I enjoy watching the Dodgers, the Lakers, and the Chargers play. I find joy in snowboarding in the winter and spending time with loved ones.
 
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Ms. Gyorcie - Site Supervisor
Hello! My name is Gyorcie Castellanos and I am excited to be TCELA’s Site Supervisor. I have been with TCUSD for six years and have over ten years of experience working with preschool and elementary school students in various settings. I have an Associate of Arts in Teacher Education, am pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Studies, and I hold a Child Development Site Supervisor Permit. I believe play is the foundation for early learning and development and a child’s natural curiosity should be nurtured and encouraged. In my free time, I love to read, hike, and learn foreign languages. 
Ms. Kara - Preschool Instructor
Welcome to Temple City Early Learning Academy! My name is Kara Reyes and I will be your child’s Preschool Teacher for the school year. I have so many exciting things to share with your children during our time together. I graduated from Citrus College with my Associates of Science in Early Childhood Education and am now pursuing my Bachelor’s degree in Child Development at Cal State Los Angeles. I love learning and I believe education is a life-long process. I can’t wait to share my love for education with my students. I can’t wait to meet everyone!
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 Ms. Chun - Preschool Instructor
Hello! My name is Hyun Hye Chun. I hold a Child Development Master Teacher Permit and have many years of teaching young children in various settings including Sunday School, before/after school program(s) and at the California Science Center. I was born and raised in South Korea and use to live in New York for about 5 years. I used to work in Science Laboratories, love to read, watch K-dramas, and travel.
Ms. Ellie - ECSE Teacher

Hi! My name is Ms. Ellie and I’m the Early Education Special Education Teacher at TCELA! I received my teaching credential from CSULA and I am currently working on my Masters in Early Childhood Special Education and will be done by Spring 2023! I have over 7 years of experience in the classroom and as an ABA Therapist. I love what I do and believe that early education lays the foundation for all students to succeed and conquer! In my free time I like to shop, travel, and spend time with my family!
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 Ms. Erica - ECSE Teacher

Hi! My name is Ms. Erica, and I am the new special education teacher at TCELA. I've worked and volunteered in special education for 5 years. I received my A.S. in Early childhood education at Fullerton College. I earned my B.S. in Child Development, ECSE credential, and am currently completing my Master's in Special Education at Cal State Fullerton. I love learning, and supporting children’s love of learning by fostering their interests and incorporating play. In my free time, I enjoy watching movies, crocheting, and hiking.
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