Type Of Business:
Child Care Center
Expertise:
Mrs. Garces' expertise is in child education.
Major Product/SVS:
Child Care
Hobbies/Sports:
Traveling, Artwork, Baking, Writing, Photography, Caring for Animals, Spending Time with her Family and Friends
Education Degrees:
Associate Degree in Humanities, Pasadena City College (1975); Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education, Pasadena City College, CA (1975)
Affiliations Awards:
California Teachers Association; National Educators Association; Better Business Bureau; Former Member, United Teachers of Pasadena
Children's Names:
Michael, Matthew
Work History:
Pasadena Unified School District (1977-2004); Foothills Christian Schools (1975-1976)
Highlight of career?:
The most gratifying aspect of her career is receiving gratitude from her former students as a result of her caregiving and guidance.
Charity:
Sierra Club; Free Willy-Keiko Foundation; Instrumental Music Club, Pasadena High School; Pasadena Police Officers Association; Multiple Sclerosis Society; Environment California; Arizona State Fraternal Order of Police; American Cancer Society; The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
Number Of Years In Profession:
33
Number Of Years In Current Position:
7
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to her upbringing and to the support she receives from her family, friends and great team members.
How Did They Get Involved In Profession:
She became involved in her profession because she always wanted to work with children, has experience working at Pasadena Unified School District and and decided to open her own facility.
Day to Day Responsibilities:
Creating a Home Environment for Children, Teaching Art, Phonics, Reading and Music
Education Certifications:
Certified First Aid Instructor; Certification in CPR
Awards/Honors:
Nominee, Woman of the Year Award in Education, ABI (2008)