Escondido Master Teachers

Alphabetized by last name.

Martha Cortes-Rodriguez

Photo of Martha Cortes-Rodriguez, ECE Lab School Master Teacher

mcortesrodriguez@palomar.edu

760-744-1150 ext. 3376

I have been working for the ECE Lab School at Palomar College since 2010, and I hold a BA in Human Development, with a concentration in Children’s Services, as well as an AA in Preschool Teaching. I also hold my permit as Program Director, and I am certified as a Mentor Teacher.

I enjoy working with parents and helping them understand the importance of Socialization, Self-regulation, love, and interest in Literacy and Math activities, as well as physical development, which are focus areas for our center.


Christina Mendez

Photo of Christina Mendez, ECE Lab School Master Teacher

cmendez@palomar.edu

760-744-1150 ext. 3332

My name is Christina Mendez, and I have had the privilege of being part of the ECE Lab School since 2013. I have worked at both the San Marcos Campus and the Escondido Campus. I have really enjoyed working for the lab school, as I have grown and learned so much. I majored in Human Development with an emphasis in Children’s Services and received my Bachelor’s degree at Cal State San Marcos. I currently hold a site supervisor permit and also have an Associate’s Degree in Child Development with an emphasis in Working with Families.

I love to implement a lot of art in the classroom and watch the children use their creativity, hands, and imagination. Not only does art help development within the brain, but it is also a way of self-expression and communication. Outside of the workplace, I am a wife and a mommy, and I couldn’t be any happier. I enjoy doing outside activities, traveling with my family, music, and attending sporting events.