Mayerlin Lizarazo

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My name is Mayerlin. I am originally from Venezuela, and I have been living in Austin, Texas, since 2021.

In 2009, I earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Education, with a major in Physics and Natural Sciences, from the University of Los Andes in Mérida, Venezuela. I worked as a teacher of Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and Biology at Francisco de Miranda Bolivarian High School. During my time there, I contributed to the creation of a science laboratory and encouraged teenagers to develop a love and fascination for science through state-level science fairs, projects, and field experiences.

In 2016, I earned a Master’s Degree in Educational Evaluation. As part of my graduate work, I developed and published a proposal for evaluating science fairs and academic science events.

I also had the opportunity to begin working with younger children at Presbítero José Ignacio Olivares School. I truly enjoyed working with these sweet little ones because they are naturally curious and fascinated by the world around them. I love caring for children and watching them learn, develop, and grow in all areas.

I am very happy and grateful to continue working in the field of education here at Lupine Lane, where I have the opportunity to guide, support, and care for children with love every day.

Mayerlin’s Early Childhood Memories

Favorite Book as a Young Child

My favorite book when I was in preschool was the classic Angelito by Ángel Díaz de Cerio and Félix Otaegui. It was the book recommended by my preschool teacher, and I would practice reading it with my mom. Learning to read was a wonderful gift because it allowed me to understand the words I saw everywhere, even on advertising signs.

What I loved most about this book was not only learning to read, but also spending so many afternoons with my mom. Those moments of learning together became a very special childhood memory that I still treasure today.

Favorite Part of the Day in Preschool

My favorite activity in preschool was playing with the school’s toys. I was fascinated by how many different toys there were and how much fun I could have using my imagination. I especially loved playing pretend, such as cooking, playing teacher and student, and pretending to be a police officer.

Inspirational Quote

“Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.”

— Lamentations 3:22–23

This verse inspires me because it reminds me that God’s love and faithfulness are always with me. No matter what I go through, every new day is an opportunity to trust Him, have hope, and begin again.