Our Employee of the Month is Daisy Herrera from Chicago!
We cannot say enough good things about Daisy! Her perfect attendance shows her dedication to her job, and it’s clear she genuinely cares about the children she works with – with a warm and engaging manner, making learning fun and memorable. Her lesson plans are always top-notch, and she continually seeks ways to improve her teaching skills. It’s inspiring to see someone so committed to both her own growth and the growth of her students
Daisy, thank you for being such an outstanding employee and teacher.
To show our appreciation for your dedication and hard work – please check your email this week for a special gift from us.
Check out our interview with Daisy below:
- Who are you, where do you come from, where are you going?
My name is Daisy Herrera I was born and raised in Chicago Illinois I am a proud Mexican American, and I am going towards being the best version of myself and doing everything possible to reach my goals.
- How long have you been teaching with Apollo?
I have been teaching with Apollo since September of 2024.
- What is the most valuable lesson you’ve learned since you started teaching?
The most valuable lessons I have learned since teaching with Apollo would probably be to stop and analyze every situation. Every little detail and moment can make a huge difference in reaching your goal.
- How do you motivate your students to succeed?
I like to remind my students of situations where they have succeeded even when they doubted themselves. I also like to make sure that they know that they are not alone and that I’m always going to be here to help them.
- If you could have any superpower, what would it be?
If I could have any super power it would be to have the ability to teleport anywhere I want. And I can have more time in my day.
- What is your most memorable memory from your time as an Apollo instructor?
My most memorable memory would probably have to be when I was helping out a student with an activity one-on-one and that student told me that when I helped them out one-on-one it was their favorite part of their day. That definitely made me feel happy.
- If you could retire tomorrow and never have to worry about money again, what would you do with your time?
I would definitely pursue ballet full time and enter into a company.
- What’s your go-to technique for dealing with ‘handful students’?
I think definitely patience and staying calm and collected is my go-to technique. And then asking questions so I can understand the situation.
- What is an unusual place you have been to?
I haven’t really been to any unusual place.
- Do you have a talent that not many people know about?
I have been doing ballet since I was 5 years old.
- What’s your #1 teaching tip?
My number one teaching tip would probably be to recognize when you need to take a step back. It’s important that we are at our best so we can be the best versions of ourselves towards our students.
- What’s your favorite classroom Attention Getter?
My favorite attention getter is to say “waterfall” to get class attention. The students really love that one as well.
- What is something interesting that you’re involved in, outside of Apollo After School?
Outside of Apollo I am involved in a batchata dance team and take ballet classes. And I am also currently enrolled in college.
- How do you spend your summer breaks?
I spend my summer breaks dancing and spending time with my friends and family.
- Star Wars, Star Trek, or they’re both lame?
I’ve never seen either.
- What do you like most about working with Apollo?
I love that I get the opportunity to give students a place where they can be themselves. As well as being able to give them an environment where the can learn and grow and know that questions are encouraged.
