I am a teacher assistant and I help out the lead teacher in any way I can. I clean the tables and the mats every single day. I monitor the kids when they are playing together. I also change diapers and help them wash their hands. My job allows me to be involved in the kids’ daily routine.

My favorite cartoon characters

Mickey and Minnie Mouse, because they are classic and wholesome.

If I could go anywhere in the world for two weeks, it would be . . .

Armenia because it is my homeland and I would love to see my family.

As a child, I wanted to grow up to be a . . .

Nurse or police officer

I think children are happiest when . . .

They are allowed to be themselves and play together.

When I drive, I listen to . . .

Sunny 99.1 on the radio

My favorite childhood memory

Going to the beach with my family every summer.

My favorite food

Hamburger

The best part of my job

Working with children, seeing them grow up, and being a part of their developmental stages.

As a lead teacher, my job is to implement meaningful lessons that cover a curriculum rich in experiences that nurture the whole child, and to ensure physical and emotional safety.

My favorite thing to do during summer

My kids and I get to go to Mexico City where we were born, and where my family lives; we get to immerse in our culture and be pampered by all our relatives. 

My favorite cartoon character

Has always been the Pink Panther because of the different kinds of trouble he would get into, and because as a young spectator I had to pay more attention to the story and the actions, rather than the spoken language.

If I could go anywhere in the world for two weeks, I would go to . . .

Greece, because I have always been amazed by what the Greek philosophers accomplished just by using knowledge and observation. 

I think children are happiest when

They PLAY, PLAY, PLAY. 

If I could trade lives with anyone for a day, I would be . . .

One of my three kids, because I think being “in their shoes” would give me a better perspective and understanding of how they see life and its many challenges.

When I drive, I like to listen to . . .

A variety of music, such as classical, 80’s pop, 90’s rock, Latin jazz, among others.

My favorite food

Any kind, what matters to me is the company.

The best part of my job

That I get to spend part of my day building a very important relationship with each and every one of my students, by coaching them, listening to them, helping them be proud of all the good things they can do, and helping them work on those big and small challenges that are part of being at school and making friends. Being a Preschool teacher makes me feel more, way more important than any CEO, because I get to nurture little kids’ minds - to me, no other job can be more important than that!

 My favorite subject in school

Texas History and European History. We learn from the past.

I think children are happiest when . . .

They are loved unconditionally; given boundaries; taught respect, control and independence.

 If I were famous for fifteen minutes, I would . . .

Visit a children’s hospital and cheer up the boys and girls as time permitted. 

My favorite movie quote:

It’s from the movie Fried Green Tomatoes.  The actress, Kathy Bates, plays Evelyn, an unhappy housewife with low self-esteem who is learning to be more assertive.  One day in the parking lot of a grocery store, some mean teenage girls rush in and steal her parking space.  When she confronts them, they laugh at her and say,” Face it lady, we’re younger and faster,” so Evelyn crashes her car into their car and says with a big smile, “Face it girls, I’m older and have more insurance.”

If I couldn’t be a teacher, I would probably be . . .

A psychologist.  Both my father and brother were psychiatrists and I love to figure out people’s problems.

My favorite scripture:

“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” Philippians 4:13. This is something I tell myself a lot, and it really helps.

If I could trade lives with anyone for a day, it would be . . .

Princess Kate of England because I would be able to be with Prince George who I think is the most adorable child in the whole world!

The best part of my job

As an assistant teacher of three and a half and four year olds at Chapelwood School, it is interacting with and nurturing the children on a daily basis.  It is also earning their love and watching them learn and grow.

My name is Nomik Assatouri. I have been in the United States for 29 years and I have been working at Chapelwood for 17 years.

If I could go anywhere in the world for two weeks, it would be . . .

I would like to go to France and Germany to visit my brother and sister.

My favorite hobbies

Walking and cooking

When I was young, I wanted to be a . . .

Teacher

My favorite music

Christian music

My favorite food is . . .

I love Mediterranean food.

The best part of my job

Being around the children and teaching them. 

I am responsible for the safety and security of Chapelwood, its property and its people. I schedule our off duty security, and also assist with reviewing the physical security of our buildings, schedule first aid training, and try to be helpful where ever I’m needed.

What is the best part of your job?

The best part of my job is the people I work with and the people of this church.

Name something on your bucket list.

Travel to Scotland, and hopefully play The Old Course at St. Andrews

What is your favorite summer activity?

Swimming

What are your favorite hobbies?

Golf and Fishing

As a child, what did you want to be when you grew up?

First a chemist, then an airline pilot, then a disc Jockey. My junior year in high school I decided I wanted to go into law enforcement and that’s what I did.

What is your favorite movie quote?

“Go ahead, make my day”

What do you like to listen to when you drive?

Sports talk radio, or classic rock

What is your favorite scripture?

Matthew 5:9, Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God.

What is your favorite food?

Any Italian food 

Mrs. Wizard

@fatherbreeze

When I wear my Sensory Motor Teacher Hat, I challenge children with motor activities that provide experiences that help their bodies develop while sharpening their perception skills and maturing their neurological systems.  Some of the life skills learned in motor class are listening skills, thinking skills, self-control and social growth.

My favorite summer activity

Working at Camp Chapelwood.  As Director this requires me to create and implement programs for elementary age students to learn new skills, develop new interests and develop spiritual awareness.  The best part of this position is that we have a reunion with former students.

My favorite hobbies

Gardening, cooking and reading.

I think children are the happiest when . . .

They are allowed to be active. They learn best when they are doing!

If I could be anyone for a day, I would be . . .

My granddog Bella. She gets to eat, sleep, swim in the lake and play ball all day and have people loving her hourly.

My worst place to be stuck

In a snowstorm in Colorado.  I backed out of a driveway and could not see the dam that was made by a snowplow. I was not even able to open my car door.

My favorite childhood memory

I was an only child so my favorite childhood memories were when I went to friends’ houses and we played board games.

My favorite children’s book

The Little Engine that Could.

The best part of my job

Watching children grow from the seeds planted in preschool, elementary, high school and sometimes college to responsible young adults.

My job duties include assisting the lead teacher, making copies, and having the classroom ready.    

My favorite summer activities

I love to spend time with my family, my daughters and my grandchildren.  I also love yoga, walking and meditation. 

If I could go anywhere in the world for two weeks, it would be . . .

The Holy Land of Israel. I would like to learn more about the places there. I would like to visit the temple, the sorrow place, and the place where Jesus was baptized. 

When I was a child, I wanted to grow up to be . . .

I always wanted to be a doctor because I love to take care of and help people.

When I drive, I like to listen to . . .

Classical music and Gregorian Choirs. The music makes me feel very relaxed and cautious when I drive, ready to go work.

My favorite childhood memory

Sitting at a big table for dinner with my mother, father and ten siblings. We would talk, laugh and spend time together.

My favorite scriptures

St. Paul’s letter to the Corinthians, Psalms 23, 55 and 91.

My favorite food

I love international food, but my favorites are Mexican food, salmon, and fish.

The best part of my job

The best part of my job is interacting, educating and taking care of the children at school.  I love being with them every day.