¡Bienvenidos y bienvenidas to
Del Mar Hills Academy!
Del Mar Hills Academy!
Profe Ruiz in the Sierra of Madrid, her hometown.
Estimadas familias:
My name is Alba Ruiz, or Profe Ruiz to students. This is my third year teaching at DMUSD and my second year teaching Kindergarten. I'm beyond excited to get to know all the students and families!
I earned my Bachelor’s Degree in Foreign Language Teaching at the Universidad Autónoma de Madrid, Spain (where I am from!). I hold a Multiple Subject Teaching Credential, a Bilingual Authorization in Spanish and a Master’s Degree in Neuropsychology and Education.
This will be my 12th year of teaching and it has always revolved around languages! I've taught:
1st & 2nd grade in Spanish Dual Immersion programs in the Chula Vista Elementary School District.
English as a Second Language to primary students in Madrid.
Spanish in a language academy in Berlin.
Teacher Contact Information:
(858) 755-9763
I am passionate about bilingual education and the Spanish Language Immersion Program. I believe languages open a fantastic window to the world and expand our horizons. My goal is to create a safe environment for my students to love learning in Spanish and use it confidently in a variety of settings. I will support your children throughout the whole process in order for them to be successful in the program.
In our kindergarten learning studio we will focus on fostering both linguistic and cognitive development in a supportive environment. My goal is for students to develop a strong foundation in Spanish while still being supported in their overall academic and social growth. The immersive environment encourages students to communicate, participate, and engage in activities primarily in Spanish, fostering fluency and confidence in the language. I will provide a rich, language-focused curriculum that integrates Spanish into all aspects of learning. The goal is for students to become proficient in Spanish early on, building skills that will support their bilingual abilities as they continue their education.
When I'm not at school you can find me reading, at the beach with my husband, playing board games or...
Hiking
Enjoying a good breakfast
Having fun!
Traveling and exploring new cultures
In Spain, visiting my family