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Mr. Peterschmidt
My name is Thomas Peterschmidt and this is my first year as a home room Kindergarten teacher! I have been teaching since 2021 as a substitute teacher at Pacific Ridge School and then had the opportunity to teach English abroad in Korea for a year and a half and then in Vietnam for another year. Through this experience I fell in love with teaching and wanted to pursue this passion by getting my credential and masters in Education. This past year I was able to start my masters program and in tandem be a Teacher Resident at High Tech Elementary North Country for 4th grade and Kindergarten. Now having my credential, I am more than excited to start this year off in Kindergarten at Albert Einstein Academy.
I was born in San Diego and raised in Carlsbad. I went on to attend Sonoma State University, where I earned my degree in Communication and Media Studies with distinction and a minor in Studio Art. Throughout my journey in education I’ve learned how to be a warm demander, how to lead with clarity and care, and how to use engagement and empathy to make learning accessible for all students.
I am the youngest of two older brothers and love to surf, draw, play piano, soccer, and video games. My favorite animal is an elephant. I love ice cream and Pokemon too.
Ms. Johnson
My name is Nicole Johnson and this will be my 13th year teaching kindergarten, and my fifth year full-time at AEA. I was introduced to AEA nine years ago when I substituted all around the school. I fell in love with the school as I explored the campus and got to know the team.
I was born and raised in San Diego. I received a Bachelor's Degree in Child and Adolescent Development and minor in Asian American Studies from San Jose State University. After that, I obtained my Master's Degree and Elementary Teaching Credential from UC Irvine. I started my teaching career at an IB influenced school in Mission Viejo, and fell in love with the model. I am very excited to continue teaching in an IB school as I fully believe in and love the IB philosophy which aims to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who help to create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect.
I have a 4 year old son named Ethan and I spend most of my time with him exploring around San Diego. I also enjoy spending time with the rest of my family, rock climbing, camping, going to the zoo, and painting.
Frau Holt
My name is Eryn Holt and this is my 23rd year teaching Kindergarten at AEA. I grew up in Williamsport, PA and spent my high school junior year in Germany as an exchange student, learning German and LOVING every minute of it.
After getting my BA in International Business at San Diego State I moved to Germany and worked there for two years. Upon returning to CA, I literally stumbled into teaching here at AEA. The school was entering its second year and desperately needed German speaking teachers. I accepted the kindergarten position and returned to school to gain my teaching credential and Masters in Education.
I'm proud to say that I have witnessed AEA through thick and thin and I can’t imagine a school where I would be happier to teach!
When I am not at school, I keep busy with my husband of 24 years, and my three boys, Anderson-21, Oliver-18, Felix-13. We have spent YEARS on the soccer field and now we watch Anderson play on ESPN+! Oliver has just left for his freshman year at HPU and will be their goalkeeper! .....And then there were just 3 of us! Felix is entering his 8th grade year and with having 2 kids leave the nest, I will have more time to enjoy sewing and knitting as well as baking and traveling to see our boys!
Mrs. Findlay
Almost a San Diego native, I grew up in Mira Mesa. My parents and extended family are still in Southern California, but my sister and brother-in-law moved to my home state of Florida recently. My wife, son, and I enjoy living in Normal Heights with our 2 dogs, Roxie and Nacho. They keep us on our toes! Our son will be a sophomore at San Diego High School and he also keeps us busy, as he is an avid dancer.
I graduated from UCSD with a Visual Arts BA and a minor in Education and Political Science National University as well as a MS Educational Technology. I have taught TK-6th for 15 years in National City - 9 of which were in TK & K. I have been at AEA for 10 years teaching 3rd & I am thrilled to return to Kindergarten again this year!
I am a "Jane of All Trades and Master of None" when it comes to hobbies. This means, I enjoy doing lots of different things, but not one single passion. Photography, videography, hiking, traveling, gardening, baking, sewing, singing karaoke, and kayaking are a few of my interests -- but really, I just like to stay busy and try new things...that aren't too dangerous!
Ms Rosario
Hello, I am Jessica Rosario. I am a San Diego native and very lucky, to say the least. This is my 2nd year teaching Kindergarten at AEA. I am the oldest of two younger male siblings and am first generation Mexican-American citizen.
I am an IB Learner, just like your child is. In my free time, I work to become more knowledgeable and I love to read books. To stay balanced, I go on walks. Being a risk-taker, I took dance classes over the summer! When I am away from my teaching duties, I show my enthusiasm for my home team - Go Padres!
I am currently getting my master's at SDSU in Child Development. I obtained a Bachelor's in Education in 2022, also from SDSU - Go Aztecs!! I am the first college graduate in my family and they are very proud of me. I hope my brothers (and your child) follow in my footsteps.
Ms Hill
Hello, I am Ms. Hill, teacher extraordinaire! I love living in San Diego and am lucky enough that I have been able to spend nearly my whole life here. I have an amazing seven year old son that brings so much joy, dirt, bugs, and did I mention joy to my life. I have two dogs, Zoa and Splinter, that are little and full of energy, so visits to the dog parks are a part of our regularly scheduled program.
I graduated from SDSU with a Criminal Justice BA and a minor in Sociology. I was able to utilize my education by providing social services to an underserved population. Like many teachers, I always wanted to become a teacher, so when the opportunity arose for me to return to school and fulfill that dream I did. I attended USD and received my MS in Education and Instruction with an emphasis in Curriculum. As part of that program I became a fully credentialed teacher and started teaching in Chula Vista. This is my seventh year teaching and my fifth year in kindergarten. I absolutely love teaching kindergarten and am thrilled to be part of the AEA team!
I love variety in my life and try to continue to be active and expose my son to as many amazing things that the world has to offer. I enjoy lazy beach days, kayaking, paddle boarding, hiking, visiting natural hot springs, camping, museums, live music, traveling, reading non fiction books, going to the spa, and going to the gym. I am not a stranger to trying new things and value experiences that enrich my life. My next exciting quest coming up is a camping and kayaking trip at the Colorado River, adventure is out there!
Frau Van Doren (German Aide)
Growing up in Alaska for me meant 9 months of winter. The short summers were spent in a walled-in city which would one day return to being Germany’s capital and cultural center: Berlin. As a result, I grew up speaking Denglisch (Deutsch and English) and folk dancing along with the other children in our German/Austrian/Swiss and even French community. In terms of education, my father could have attended university at the age of ten and in kind treated me like an adult from a young age. Through him I learned to love cultures, history, languages and to ask lots of questions.
I graduated Magna Cum Laude with a degree in Arts and Sciences for Film and Television from San Diego State University with the dream of making documentaries. Instead, I became a news reporter and a weather anchor and producer. Then I found teaching. I obtained my Multiple Subject Credential from Point Loma Nazarene University. Now I get to investigate, create, think and learn in “realtime” alongside my students. I hope to kindle the same love of learning and critical thinking inside my students as my father did in me. For the last several years now I have been working either as a substitute, a part-time teacher, or a one on one tutor, always in the German language, and always connected with Albert Einstein Academy.
When I am not working, I am either studying through Goethe Institute or another Forum in which to further my education as a GSL (German as a Second Language) Instructor.
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