Our Dream Team
We believe that all children love learning and that language is most naturally acquired in early childhood. The care and education of your child is our most important responsibility. Critical to teaching early childhood, and central to our second language philosophy, this immersion program is designed to offer our young leaders a positive learning experience, and ultimately language acquisition. We take pride in our teachers and staff who are dedicated to providing quality care and education for our children. Our Center operates under the leadership of our Executive Director and a team of experienced language educators who are native speakers of the Spanish language. Join our team, send your resume to contact@languageprojectllc.com
Dr. Alicia
Founder/CEO
Dr. Nadia Alicia is a native Spanish speaker born in Lima, Perú. Her career in education and second language acquisition began at Kutztown University where she earned a BA in Education: Spanish PK-12. After years in the field, she continued her studies at Temple University, where she mastered Spanish Literature and Linguistics. Her love for teaching and researching language acquisition inspired her to complete her Doctorate in Educational Leadership and Administration, focusing on Spanish immersion research in early childhood. She enjoys traveling, dancing salsa, cooking, and listening to music. Language Project LLC and the Spanish Immersion Learning Center are a direct result of her passion for teaching language and her love for the Lehigh Valley community. Along with her pet mascot Benji (a Peruvian, llama born in the US trying his best to learn Spanish), Dr. Alicia hopes to reach preschoolers around the world!
Mrs. Martínez
Director
Mrs. Martinez is a native Spanish speaker born and raised in Buenos Aires, Argentina. She graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Education and Special Education from Instituto Superior de Formación Docente in Buenos Aires. During her tenure in the immersion classroom and later as Assistant Director at our Center, Mrs. Martinez obtained a Pennsylvania Director’s Credential from Lackawanna College, accredited by The Pennsylvania Key, Office of Child Development and Early Learning. Her qualifications and experience in the education field make her an amazing leader for our immersion team.
Fun fact: Mrs. Martinez is a 17-time National Cycling Champion and a cycling coach. In her spare time, she enjoys biking and traveling with her family.
She believes that play, physical activity, and sports are fundamental parts of the psychophysical development of a child.
Mrs. Estupiñan
Immersion Teacher
Mrs. Estupiñan is a native Spanish speaker born and raised in Colombia. As an international student, she earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Preschool Education from the Universidad Estatal de Guayaquil, in Ecuador. Her experience teaching children in Ecuador and Colombia contributed to the formation of her teaching philosophy. She believes that children should be the center of the classroom, and strives to facilitate creative activities that generate student interest and stimulate learning. She plans to continue her studies and obtain a Master’s Degree in Child Psychology. In her spare time, Ms. Estupiñan enjoys dancing and spending time with her family.
Mrs. Escobedo
Immersion Teacher
Ms. Garcia
Immersion Teacher
Ms. Flores
Immersion Teacher
Mrs. Zabdi Escobedo is a native Spanish speaker, born and raised in Guadalajara, Mexico. She graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from the Universidad de Guadalajara and obtained a Preschool Education diploma through the Centro de Capacitación-Ateneo Metropolitano de Guadalajara. Her approach to the care and education of preschoolers is based on respectful child-rearing practices. In the classroom, Mrs. Escobedo fosters love, creativity, and cooperation. Mrs. Escobedo is a mother of three children and loves to spend quality time with them. In her spare time, she likes to read and go to the movies. It is a pleasure and privilege to have Mrs. Escobedo as part of our immersion family.
Mrs. Liliana Garcia is a native Spanish speaker, born and raised in Venezuela. She graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Preschool Education from the Universidad Nacional Experimental Simón Rodríguez in Caracas, Venezuela. Her experience of 20 years teaching children in Venezuela is part of her life and a passion. She believes that having respect for children’s needs and interests is part of their healthy development. In her spare time she like to dance, read, and bake! It is a pleasure and privilege to have Mrs. Garcia as part of our immersion family.
Ms. Nayeli Flores is a native Spanish speaker, born and raised in Puerto Rico. She earned a Bachelor's Degree in Interdisciplinary Special Education at the Inter American University of Puerto Rico and a Master's degree in Education from Ana G. Mendez University in Orlando, Florida. Ms. Flores believes it is essential to provide children with a safe and stimulating environment where they can develop their cognitive, emotional, and social skills, fostering curiosity and creativity. She enjoys coffee, reading, watching movies, traveling, and spending time with the family.
The Spanish Immersion Learning Center is thankful to have Ms. Flores in our teaching team.
Mrs. Rivera
Immersion Teacher
Ms. Rivero
Immersion Teacher
Mrs. Neyda Rivera is a native Spanish speaker, born and raised in Puerto Rico. She studied education at the University of Turabo, Puerto Rico. Mrs. Rivera is a mother of two girls, and grandmother of two little boys.
She has great devotion to teaching and the care of others. In her spare time, she enjoys music, going to the beach, and taking photos of the nature.
The Spanish Immersion Learning Center is thankful to have Mrs. Rivera in our teaching team.
Mrs. Ana Rivero is a native Spanish speaker, born and raised in Manabi, Ecuador.
She studied at ESPOL University, obtaining a degree in Audiovisual Design and Production in Ecuador. Mrs. Rivero is a mother of two boys and a girl. She enjoys spending time with her family, whether it's quality time with her children or traveling with them to see new places. She is passionate about cooking and especially making desserts. The Spanish Immersion Learning Center is thankful to have Mrs. Rivero in our teaching team.