She started her Early Childhood teacher certification at Seton Montessori Institute this past Spring. A native of El Salvador, Marlene has a Bachelor Degree in Legal Sciences. Marlene has been living and working with children in Chicago for the past ten years and loves it! She enjoys working with children because they are genuine, curious and there is always something new to learn. Marlene enjoys baking, traveling and spending time with her six-year-old daughter.