St. Bernard's Catholic School
Maria Simonson is an experienced early childhood educator with a solid background in teaching and family consulting. Currently serving as a Pre-K Teacher at St. Bernard's Catholic School since July 2022, Maria has held various teaching roles, including positions at Westside Early Childhood Centers & Club 66 and the National Head Start Association. Previous experience includes work as a Family Consultant for The Salvation Army and a Paraprofessional at Bellevue public schools. Maria's career began as a Lead Teacher at Omaha Early Learning Centers and has included roles such as Associate Teacher and Assistant Director. Educational qualifications include a degree in Early Childhood and Family Advocacy from the University of Nebraska at Kearney and an Associate of Science in Early Childhood Education from Metropolitan Community College.