Meet Vanessa Torres

Creating Joyful Pathways to Learning

With gentle hands and a bright smile, Vanesa Torres transforms ordinary moments into extraordinary learning adventures at A Child’s Touch. For four years, she has served as an Assistant Teacher, masterfully balancing creativity, love, and discipline in a classroom where children feel safe to explore their God-given potential. Her genuine delight in each child’s discoveries creates an atmosphere where learning feels like play and every day brings new opportunities for growth.

Vanesa approaches early childhood education with reverence, understanding these formative years build the foundation for lifelong learning. “Life was not made to be understood, but to be lived,” is the personal motto that guides her teaching approach, inviting children to experience concepts rather than simply memorize them. This mindset transforms her classroom into a laboratory of discovery where curiosity is celebrated and questions are treasured as much as answers.

Equipped with Heart and Knowledge

Behind Vanesa’s natural gift for connecting with children lies significant professional preparation. Her Child Development Associate (CDA) certification equips her with deep understanding of early developmental stages, allowing her to create age-appropriate learning experiences that foster growth across all domains. Her specialized certification in caring for children with special needs reflects her commitment to ensuring every child receives the individualized attention they deserve.

Parents often express gratitude for Vanesa’s ability to adapt her teaching methods to meet diverse learning needs, whether a child requires additional support or more advanced challenges. Her training, combined with her intuitive understanding of children, ensures that each child in her classroom feels seen, heard, and understood. This personalized approach helps children build confidence while developing crucial academic and social skills at their own pace.

Bringing Learning to Life

When asked what makes her unique in how she performs her job, Vanesa’s answer is beautifully simple: “Creativity, love, and discipline.” This trinity of qualities shines through in everything she does. Her creative approach transforms ordinary lessons into magical experiences through hands-on activities that engage children’s natural curiosity. From sensory explorations to art projects that reinforce key concepts, Vanesa finds innovative ways to make learning meaningful and memorable.

The love Vanesa brings to her classroom creates an emotional safety net where children feel secure enough to take risks and stretch beyond their comfort zones. Meanwhile, her consistent discipline—gentle but firm—provides the structure young children need to develop self-regulation and respect for others. This balanced approach helps children understand boundaries while feeling unconditionally valued, creating an ideal environment for both academic and social-emotional growth.

Finding Fulfillment in Children’s Joy

What brings Vanesa the most fulfillment in her role as a teacher? Her answer speaks volumes about her heart for education: “The happiness, growth and learning of children.” This simple statement reveals the core of her teaching philosophy—a belief that childhood should be filled with joy even as important developmental work is taking place. Her face lights up when sharing stories of children mastering new skills or overcoming challenges, clearly revealing her deep investment in each child’s journey.

Vanesa finds particular satisfaction in those breakthrough moments when concepts suddenly click for a child. Whether it’s a toddler finally balancing blocks into a tower or a preschooler recognizing letters in their name, she celebrates these milestones with genuine enthusiasm that reinforces children’s sense of accomplishment. This focus on finding joy in the learning process helps children develop positive associations with education that will serve them throughout their academic careers.

Beyond the Classroom Walls

Vanesa’s life outside A Child’s Touch revolves around two things close to her heart: “Spending time with my son and making desserts.” As a devoted mother, she understands firsthand the precious nature of childhood and the sacred trust parents place in early educators. Her personal experiences enrich her teaching approach, providing genuine empathy for both children and parents navigating the early years.

When not teaching, Vanesa enjoys experimenting with new dessert recipes and perfecting traditional favorites. This creative outlet allows her to express herself artistically while sharing the results with friends and family. The precision and care she brings to her baking mirrors the attention she gives to her role as both a mother and an educator—creating environments filled with warmth, joy, and opportunities for growth.

A Teacher Who Makes the Difference

At A Child’s Touch, we believe our nearly 50-year legacy of excellence comes to life through educators like Vanesa Torres. Her commitment to nurturing the whole child—intellectually, emotionally, socially, and spiritually—embodies the values that have made our center a trusted name in early childhood education since 1977. When you entrust your child to Vanesa’s classroom, you’re providing them with more than just academic preparation; you’re giving them a foundation of confidence, curiosity, and character that will serve them far beyond their early childhood years.

Children in Vanesa’s care leave A Child’s Touch thoroughly prepared for kindergarten and beyond, carrying with them not just academic readiness but the light of wonder in their eyes. Her gentle guidance helps them develop the social-emotional skills to navigate new environments with confidence while fostering a love of learning that will last a lifetime. The difference is visible in the thoughtful questions they learn to ask, the kindness they show to others, and the confident smiles that bloom as they master new skills—all nurtured daily under Vanesa’s caring and capable hands.