Meet Our Team

 

Galilea Aguilera

A few of my favorite things: My favorite color is pink. My favorite time of year is Summer. My favorite thing to eat is spicy stuff, until my stomach hurts. My favorite drinks are Dr Pepper and Pumpkin Iced Coffees.

A fun fact about me:  I used to be in a swimming school for around 5 years. I was very good, but I’m still scared of the ocean.

What is your favorite part of being a Firefly: I get to see all these babies grow up and turn into wonderful little humans. I love that we can have conversations when they get a little older! I get to spend time with them and I consider them as a little family. We always learn something new about each other!

Your favorite Firefly moment: I have a lot, but I think my favorite moment is when the kids tell me that I’m their best friend. It melts my heart!

Sarahi Barroso

A few of my favorite things: I like to travel, spend time with my family and with my boyfriend and his family. I love to shop, color, paint and watch movies. Sometimes I like to do nothing, just sleep and relax.

A fun fact about me: I was born in Austin, and got raised in Pflugerville. I love cosmetology and I’m working on my child care career. I also got my first car at 20 years old!

What is your favorite part of being a Firefly: My favorite part of being a teacher here is learning with the kiddos. I love talking to the other teachers and I love the environment. 

Your favorite Firefly moment: All the moments. I love being with the kiddos and learning new things with them and all the stories they tell me. I can’t wait for the holidays!


Krista Ruess

A few of my favorite things: M&M’s and quiet time.

A fun fact about me: I lived in the Virgin Islands

What is your favorite part of being a Firefly: The sense of community.


Your favorite Firefly moment: I was told by a Firefly (when they were leaving), “Just because I am leaving, I will never stop loving you.”

Chef Keith Born

A few of my favorite things: My family: Wife Candy, daughters Stephanie, Alissa, Maggie, son-in-law Greg and grandson Archie. Riding my motorcycle.

A fun fact about me: I have 3 tattoos. I have lived in 6 different states, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Indiana, California, Michigan, and Texas

What is your favorite part of being a Firefly: Working with the kids, expanding their pallet, getting hugs, and listening to some amazing stories!

Your favorite Firefly moment: Every day there are numerous “special” moments. Each is my favorite until the next moment happens walking into the classroom with food and receiving a robust cheer!

Karina Cortes

A few of my favorite things: My favorite things are shopping with my daughter and going to the movies!

A fun fact about me: One of my Fireflies made up a game with their family and I am one of the players in the game! 

What is your favorite part of being a Firefly: My favorite part of being a Firefly is that we are a family!

Your favorite Firefly moment:  I love when the kids tell me that they love me and when they give hugs, it makes my day!

Sarahena Reyes

A few of my favorite things: I really like everything that has to do with painting or art!

A fun fact about me: I love working outside and attending to my fruit trees and vegetable garden! This is where I spend a great deal of my time in the evenings.

What is your favorite part of being a Firefly:  My favorite part of being a Firefly is that we become a family with the children and it’s nice to feel that they love us.

Your favorite Firefly moment: I have some favorite moments, like when my class is outside and when it’s the Art Festival!