The Butterfly Room
Children develop a love or an aversion for learning in the first few years of life. Therefore, we work to design our program to generate a lifelong desire to explore, question, and create. We plan our classroom environment and age-appropriate curriculum to best support and nurture our children’s interests and needs. We give children a wide range of opportunities to experience and learn from their environment to provide them with skills that will serve them not only in the short-term but also throughout life.
Maria, Butterfly Teacher
Hello! My name is Maria and I have been working at The Learning Gardens since March, 2025. I love working with kids because their innocence and joy inspires me to see the world with wonder and guides me to contribute to their growth and happiness. I believe children learn best through play, exploration, and emotional connection. I am passionate about providing them with an enriching environment where they can naturally and joyfully develop their cognitive, motor, and social-emotional skills.
I have worked with 8 month old’s up to 2 years old’s. I am a Level 12 on the Wisconsin Registry. I hold a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from the Dominican Republic.
I grew up in the Dominican Republic. I have lived in Madison since 2022. I am married and have little one at The Learning Gardens. In my spare time, I like to spend time in nature, work out at the gym, and go out to eat at new places with my family.
Favorite Quote: “Believe in yourself and the world will open up to you.”