We will respect one another in this classroom by owning our learning and actions. We will find opportunities for growth and work together to help each other. If we are safe and continue to have a growth mindset, we will find success in everything we do.
My name is Zaida Linares, I am from the beautiful city of Caracas, Venezuela, and I speak Spanish fluently. When I was living in Caracas, I was a flight attendant for eight years, and at the same time, I worked as an airline instructor. Then, I received my Bachelor's Degree in Tourism in 1998 and worked in the hotel industry for a year. I moved to Arizona with my family in 2000, and since then, I have lived in Arizona for twenty-four years. My son's name is Victor, and he is twenty-nine years old. Victor finished his B.S. at ASU. Go, Sun Devils! He is currently working as an EMT and wants to become a doctor. My husband's name is also Victor, and he is an airline pilot. He works for Korean Airlines.
I got my Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Certification at Scottsdale Community College in 2006. I volunteered at Desert Canyon Elementary School, various schools in the Scottsdale district, and Gateway Elementary School (Creighton District). I taught seven beautiful years at Mission Charter School, Incorporated, grades 3-8. Also, I taught nine years of second grade at Desert Willow Elementary School (Spanish Immersion Program). This is my third year at Union Park, and I am thrilled to continue teaching in my native language and to be part of the child's growth and development. I am eager to see their continuous acquisition of a new language; this is a beautiful opportunity for children to learn a vital skill that will last a lifetime.
