I am originally from Cuba. I speak Spanish and English. I am a mother, a wife, and a pet owner. I have been an educator since 1993.

Hello James Baldwin Community [COME-UNITY],
Welcome to Kindergarten!

I have been an educator since 1993. I began my teaching career in Cuba prior to coming to the USA in 2002. There, I taught students from Pre-Kindergarten-6th grade.

I started teaching in Seattle Public Schools in 2003, and came to James Baldwin Elementary in the Fall of 2014. My experience as an educator working with Seattle Public Schools have covered Kindergarten- 5th grade.

As an educator, I integrate extra curricular activities and skills with the core content subject areas to ensure learning is relevant and meaningful for our diverse group of learners. Furthermore, I believe in meeting students where they are at and help them move along while keeping them learning, engaged, and having fun.

In addition to teaching, I am a wife, a mother, a pet owner, and a lover of arts such as music, dancing, and crafts.

Let's work together to have a wonderful school year!

Thank you/ Gracias!

Proud graduate of Seattle Public Schools. Bass trombonist and brass doubler in Puget Sound Symphony Orchestra, Harmonia, and Better As Brass. Cat mom to Orion.

My schedule:

• Monday: Leschi & Stevens
• Tuesday: James Baldwin & Adams
• Wednesday: Green Lake
• Thursday: North Beach & Blaine
• Friday: Sand Point & Laurelhurst

Random facts about me:

• I ride unicycle (sometimes while playing an instrument)
• I won a frozen yogurt eating competition
• I love MOD Pizza
• I don’t actually eat much froyo or pizza
• My real favorite food: decaf coffee
• Favorite music: listening to my students after they've practiced something they're excited about!

Hola! I’m Ms. Perez, a Bilingual Instructional Assistant here at James Baldwin since
March 2026. I love being able to use my first language, Spanish, as a tool to help
students feel comfortable, learn English, and achieve their goals. What I love most
about James Baldwin is the opportunity it gives every child to succeed, and how
inclusive and supportive it is for families and staff alike.

I am originally from Laos. I can speak Lao, and Thai, in addition to English. I am a wife and a mother of twin boys.

Welcome to 2nd grade at James Baldwin Elementary School. I am really excited to get the school year started and on its way! I hope to make it a truly successful experience for your child. It is my priority that your child leaves school each day feeling positive and excited for another day of learning.

I started teaching in Seattle Public Schools in 1998 and came to the Northgate/James Baldwin community in the fall of 2017. I love the diverse students and staff at James Baldwin Elementary. I have taught 1st through 5th as well as split grades.

When I am not teaching, I love spending time with my family, I enjoy traveling, learning new languages, and experiencing new cultures.

I have been your librarian since we were in the old building, and love talking about books with young people. Originally from the Midwest, I earned my teaching and library degrees at the University of Washington and a master's from Western. I am proud to be part of Seattle Public Schools.  Children inspire me.

When I am not at school, I enjoy reading, gardening, being outdoors with my dog, and cheering for the Storm or UW basketball with my husband or daughter. I also have lots of loud fun performing in the percussion section of the Rainbow City Orchestra.