Ms. Ariana Quesada

I am excited to begin my second year at St. Ambrose as the Kindergarten Teacher. I have a true passion for working with our youngest learners.  I strive to create a community of learners that nurtures this growth in a positive and fun environment.

I was born and raised in Costa Rica. Then, I moved to the United States when I was 7 years old. I attended a dual immersion elementary school in Arlington Va.  I graduated in 2018 from Sweet Briar College with a Bachelor Degree in Spanish. I worked as a teacher assistant at the dual immersion elementary school. After graduating from college, I worked at a social service agency. I conducted home visits to Hispanic families across Northern Virginia. I support many families and their children with their developmental milestones. In 2021, I graduated from George Mason University with a M.Ed in Curriculum and Instruction with Diverse Learners. Last year I was the Spanish Teacher at Saint Patrick Catholic School within the Diocese of Arlington. I was teaching Spanish from Kindergarten to 5th grade.

I also enjoy listening to music, relaxing at the beach, and spending time with friends and family.

I am looking forward to fostering a faith filled and academic classroom environment this school year.