Maestra Aguilar, Kindergarten

Maestra Aguilar has several years of experience teaching Kindergarten. Maestra Aguilar holds a B.A. from CSULB. She is passionate about teaching and enjoys learning alongside her students every day. Maestra Aguilar is a true believer of the dual immersion program and the students' bilingual identities.

Maestra Gonzalez

Maestra Gonzalez is a first grade Dual Immersion teacher at Cesar Chavez Elementary School. 

Maestra Gonzalez is a big advocate in bilingualism and proudly celebrates it. She believes not only in teaching the Spanish language, but also helping students learn and embrace the culture.

Maestra De Leon Rodarte

Maestra De Leon is a Dual Immersion teacher at Cesar Chavez Elementary School. She has several years of experience teaching in the lower elementary grades. Maestra De Leon holds a B.A. from CSUDH and a M.A. in Dual Language Development, from CSULB. Having gone through a bilingual setting herself, she is a firm believer of the advantages and values of the Dual Immersion program

Maestra Rivas

Maestra Rivas is a Dual Immersion teacher at Cesar Chavez Elementary School. She holds a B.A. in Liberal Studies with a concentration in Math from CSULB. She attended LBUSD schools and was part of bilingual education herself. As a native Spanish speaker and product of bilingual education, she acknowledges and values the power of dual language programs.

Maestra Zaldivar

Maestra Zaldivar is passionate about creating an engaging and inclusive learning environment for all students. She fosters language development in both English and Spanish while promoting academic excellence. Maestra Zaldivar is dedicated to building strong relationships with students, families, and colleagues, and work tirelessly to ensure each child reaches their full potential. She is committed to inspiring a love for learning and celebrating cultural diversity in the classroom.

Maestra Mosqueda

Maestra Mosqueda is the literacy coach at Cesar Chavez Elementary School. She is co-founder of the Spanish Dual Immersion program at Chavez. She has several years of experience teaching in the lower grades. Maestra Mosqueda has previously led a task force of teachers in research and development of Dual Immersion best practices, presentation, and implementation. She has also done research on and facilitated learning surrounding students with disabilities within a bilingual classroom. Maestra Mosqueda is a Long Beach native and LBUSD alumni. She holds a master's degree in Dual Language Development from CSULB as well as a master's degree and administrative credential in Principal Leadership from UCLA. 

Maestra Pino

Maestra Pino is the Instructional and Intervention Coordinator (IIC). With a strong background in educational leadership and a passion for student success,  Maestra Pino plays a crucial role in our school community. She collaborates with teachers to design and implement effective instructional strategies, ensuring that every student receives personalized support. As an advocate for intervention programs, she works tirelessly to identify and address learning gaps, providing targeted resources and support to help students thrive. Her commitment to fostering a culture of academic excellence is evident in the innovative initiatives she spearheads, creating a dynamic and inclusive learning environment for all. Maestra Pino's leadership and expertise make her an invaluable asset in our mission to empower every student to reach their full potential. 

Ms. Delgado, School Counselor

Ms. Delgado's journey in the field of education started back in 1992 when she joined Long Beach Unified School District. After earning her master's degree from CSULB, Ms. Delgado became a second-grade Spanish bilingual teacher, and dedicated five years to fostering a positive learning environment for her students. Driven by a passion for supporting students in their holistic development, Ms. Delgado made the transition to become a school counselor and worked in a variety of settings, including elementary, K-8 and middle school.  She had the privilege of joining Chavez Elementary school in 2019 and is committed to building positive relationships with both students and families. Her hope is to consistently deliver the best possible service to help students navigate their academic journey, overcome challenges, and foster lifelong habits that contribute to good mental health.

Maestra Garcia (Ms. G)

Maestra Garcia is our Parent and Community facilitator. With a passion for fostering strong relationships between families, students, and the school, Ms. Garcia works to create an inclusive environment that supports the academic and social growth of all learners. She coordinates community engagement activities, provide resources for parents, and ensure effective communication between school staff and families. Committed to bridging cultural and linguistic differences, Ms. Garcia plays a key role in creating a collaborative and welcoming atmosphere for both Spanish-speaking and English-speaking families. Additionally, Ms. Garcia supports the school’s compliance with state and federal regulations, ensuring that programs are in alignment with language access policies and that all necessary documentation is submitted in a timely manner to maintain program integrity and funding.

Prior to joining Chavez, Maestra Garcia entered the educational world through Teach For America, and was a Dual Immersion educator for several years. She earned a B.A in Psychology with a focus in counseling, an administrative credential, and a Masters in Organizational and School Leadership from Columbia University.