Esmeralda Alvarez
Associate Teacher
Esme began working at the Children’s Center Fall of 2020 as a Student Assistant II in Bambini 2. Since then, she has worked in all of the Bambini classrooms. Working in all Bambini classrooms has allowed her to see the differences between the different ages. She has also gained/developed experience and skills that have become useful when working with the children and as a supervisor in the classroom. Esme graduated spring 2024 with her B.A.
Anna Bean
Associate Teacher
Anna has a passion for working in Early Childhood Education. She started working at the ASI Children’s Center in Summer 2021 as a Student Assistant. She progressed through other roles at the center, gaining experience as a Student Supervisor. In May 2024, she obtained her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology. She is excited to join the team as an Associate Teacher! Anna has experience working with children of varying ages from toddlers and preschoolers to school aged children during her time working at an afterschool program. During her free time Anna loves to do art.
Nancy Fimbrez
Associate Teacher
Nancy is excited to be joining the ASI Sacramento State University Children’s Center community! She has been devoted to the field of Early Childhood Education since 2015. Nancy obtained her B.S. in Child and Family Development from San Diego State University (2017) and her M.S. in Early Childhood Inclusive Education from Portland State University (2024). The foundation of her teaching is centered around inclusion, connections, and collaboration. She believes everyone is a teacher with diverse knowledge and experiences to contribute to our learning community.
Barbara Rogers
Cook
At age 21, Chef Barbara embarked on her culinary journey, contributing to the opening of the first Zocalo location. Her experience includes working at renowned establishments such as Sellands and David Berkely, as well as learning the art of sushi rolling from the esteemed Chef Billy Ngo of Kru. For a decade, Chef Barbara honed her skills at the Sacramento Convention Center, mastering large-scale catering. She contributed to cooking meals for the governors State of the State address, World Cheese Expo and getting to meet Chef Alice Waters of the school food program The Edible Garden.
