Meet Our Team

My name is Anayeli Alvarado, and I am the site Director here at Compass Maryvale. I have been in the childcare field for over 17 years. I have two beautiful daughters and one fur baby. I love working with all the families here at Compass Maryvale.

My goal is to develop a relationship with each of the children and their families. My office hours are from 8:00am-2:30pm Monday-Friday. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to speak with me in person, phone, or via email.

Office number: (602) 638-0828                                                                                                                           

Email address: Anayeli.alvarado@compassedprograms.org

Erica Castillo is our Preschool Teacher in our four-five-year-old classroom. Erica was born and raised in California and moved to Arizona 4 years ago. Erica has been with compass for 4 years, 3 ½ as a lead teacher. Erica has worked and volunteer at many school programs and childcare centers since a young age and she continues her education in Early Childhood Development.

Erica likes to make learning fun and exciting while students grow to their full potential. she enjoys spending time with family and friends, she loves reading books and, she loves to travel on her time off.

Ms. Luz Tapia is the lead preschool teacher for 3- & 4-year-old students.  Born in Mexico and raised in Phoenix, Arizona, Luz offers a fun and exciting classroom for our younger students, instructing both in English and Spanish. 

Her classroom reflects her love for the outdoors, decorated with colorful learning walls which keep the student’s attention as they learn colors, numbers, shapes and other wonderful things God has created. Having 3 children of her own, Luz’ love for children is exemplified in her every- day interactions with her students, where their first introduction to school is in a loving and creative environment.

Mariela Reyes “Molly” is our 3–4-year-old classroom teacher assistant.  Born in Mexico and raised in Arizona since she was 9 years old,  Mariela worked as teacher assistant/paraprofessional for 2 years, assisting students preschool through Middle School. Mariela’s supports Ms. Luz in the 3-4 year-old-classroom, helping students develop social and emotional skills needed in our PreK-readiness classroom. Mariela has a teenage son, a tweenager daughter and a dog named Coco, and her favorite hobby is photography.

Mari has been with Compass for 5 years and is certified in Early Childhood Development.  Assisting Ms. Erica in the PreK 4-5 classroom, Mari’s experience provides support and creativity as they work together helping students with their social and emotional and academic skills.  Mari is exceptional when it comes to creating an atmosphere of love and fun in the classroom. This gift helps students develop a love for learning and wanting to be at school.

Diane joined Compass over 6 years ago, bringing with her over 25 years of experience in education.  Born and raised in Chicago IL, most of her years in education were in the Chicago Public Schools.  Diane currently works at EAGLE College Prep in the Learning Lab during the school day along with supervising aftercare at Compass.  Being familiar with the EAGLE students is a plus as she works to meet their academic and social/emotional needs.

Marylin joined Compass in March, 2022.  As the Before & Aftercare group leader, she enjoys spending time and getting to know each student.  Marylin was pursuing a degree in Nursing at NAU but made a life changing decision to study education after working at Compass.  Her love for the students is evident in her every day interactions, providing emotional and academic support to students grades K-8^th grade.

Roseann Larranaga has been with Compass Educational Programs for 4 years.  Working in Social Services for over 20 years,  Roseann was the Activities Coordinator for the Salvation Army Family Shelter where she established a successful after school and summer youth program for ages 5-17. She has worked with Ward of the court youth in several group home settings and has abundance of experience with at risk youth. She believes in our youth and in supporting them to reach their dreams and goals. Roseann is also a mother of two boys and loves to cook, paint, and make art!