Meet our grizzly staff
Mrs. Ruby Villarreal
Hello my name is Ruby Villarreal and I am the Director of the Pre-school. I have over 10 yrs of experience in Early Childhood Education as well as Administration. Calvary Chapel Downey has been our home church for over 10 yrs. My husband and I are proud Grizzly parents of our two children and are blessed to call CCD our home. I look forward to serving you and your family this year and cannot wait to see all that Jesus has for us this season.
Mrs. RUTH MUNOZ
Ms. Ruthie has been in the field for over 18 years and is so blessed to be in her second year here at CCCPS. “I have been married for 13 years and have two daughters enrolled here at Calvary after homeschooling my oldest. I enjoy spending time with my family, cooking, and being outdoors. It’s been a privilege to work in a place that prioritizes God’s word in our play, academics, and creative arts at such a young and formative age. I am completing my master teacher’s permit for the state of California this year and I can’t wait to see how God continues to use what He has equipped me with in our school.”
Mrs. perla meili
Ms. Perla is in her 8th year teaching at CCCPS. “I started my career at the preschool as a Teacher Assistant, Morning Aid, Substitute, and finally a full-time teacher. Truly it brings me great joy to teach and help shape little minds and hearts academically and biblically. I'm blessed to be part of the CCCPS family. I attended and currently am a student at Cerritos College where I earned my credentials in Early Education. I also attended the ABC adult school and completed the Parent Educators’ program to expand my knowledge in early education. I love spending time with my family and vacationing together.
miss. Paola Torres
Ms. Paola joined Calvary Chapel Christian Preschool in 2021 as a substitute where she has become a fulltime teacher. “I earned my teaching certificate from Long Beach city college. I have been a nanny and preschool teacher for over 10 years. I speak Spanish, English, and know some ASL. I have a passion for working with children, and love to see them grow in the Lord.”
Miss. Bianca Trasvina
Ms. Bianca is an alumna of CCCS from the class of 2019. During her time here at Calvary, Bianca played volleyball and softball. She studied at California Baptist University and Cerritos College for her Early Childhood Education. This is her second year at the preschool and Ms. Bianca has a passion for working with kids. When she isn’t with the little ones, Ms. Bianca coaches the volleyball and softball high school teams here at CCCS.
MS. GRACIE WILSEY
Ms. Gracie has been on staff here at CCCPS for the last 6 years. She attended Cerritos College for early education. Prior to working at CCCPS, Ms. Gracie worked in the Norwalk/La Mirada Unified School District. During her time there, the Lord called her to serve in the children’s ministry here at Calvary Downey. Her goal is to help children grow academically but most importantly, to teach them how much Jesus loves them.
Mrs. Yvette Madrigal
Ms. Yvette was called to serve for CCCPS as a preschool teacher in 2021. “I am currently teaching, serving students and families of 3 year olds for this school year 2023-2024. My lifetime teaching experience with children includes 24 years of children's ministry serving Jesus at Calvary Chapel Southbay. My serving began in 1996 as a second grade Sunday school teacher. I am blessed with my husband Jaime Madrigal. Together we have four children that I was blessed to home school.”
MrS. RUBY VALADEZ
Ms. Ruby joined the CCCPS staff in 2021. Ms. Ruby is blessed to have her children attending CCCS, from as young as Pre-K to High School. “I love being able to serve the Lord where I get to teach kids just how much the Lord loves them in every little detail.”
Miss. Paloma Zubieta
Ms. Paloma is on her second year working here at CCCPS. She is an alumna of CCCS, class of 2018. During her time at CCCS she was a member of the worship band, ASB, and yearbook where she had the opportunity to begin managing the high school’s Instagram account. She then went on to study film at Biola University. During her time at Biola, the Lord called her to serve in early ed here at CCCPS where she continues to use her gifts for CCCPS by graphic designing and social media managing.
Mrs. Ana Escamilla
We are excited to have Mrs. Ana join our Pre-school team. Her and her husband are proud Grizzly parents of 4 boys. Mrs. Ana has an Associates degree from Long Beach City College and is looking forward to this new school year. “ I’m very excited to be teaching at Calvary Chapel Christian Pre-school. I cannot wait to see the many blessings God has for us this year.”
