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Marina Gantioque/Founder

A new mother of three Marina walked away from career in finance to spend time raising her family. She wanted to introduce her children to fun new educational learning in small play groups. Marina began to play around with idea of providing that in her community that was close to home and that is where Circle Time began. It all began with a thought of providing 1:1 teaching approach in small groups for young children and her own.

Miss Maria/Master Teacher

Miss Maria has more than 12 years as a Preschool Teacher at Claremont Baptist Preschool and with an educational background in Early Childhood Development, growth. and observation she will be instrumental in assisting with curriculum development here at Circle Time.

Miss Gina/Assistant Teacher

Miss Gina has been a preschool teacher for over 10 years. She also served as an assistant director at preschool. Gina has a very caring personality and we are excited to have her join our team at Circle Time!

Miss Monica/Master Teacher

Miss Monica holds an associate degree in Child Development. She brings a lot of experience to Circle Time. She has been working with kids with Special Needs for the past 4 years. Monica is currently working on her Bachelor's Degree and would like to be a Kindergarten Teacher.  

Miss Indie/Assistant Teacher

Miss Indie is a freshman at Cal State Fullerton. She is a professional singer. Miss Indie leads our Parent & Me Classes. In her free time, she loves to spend time at Disneyland with her friends and family. 

Miss Jessica/Assistant Teacher

Jessica has been a Program Leader at Think Together for over 2 years. We are excited to have her at Circle Time.

Miss Sky/Assistant Teacher

Miss Sky has been working with children for he past 10 years. She is bringing a lot of experience to Circle Time.

Miss Jasmine/Substitute Teacher

Jasmine has been a professional babysitter for over 10 years, kids love her and she makes classes fun and entertaining! She is currently working on her Master’s Degree in Early Childhood Development.