Satomi Seki
Associate Educator, Animas Classroom (she/her/hers)
Hello! I’m Satomi, and I’m so excited to begin my first year at the Denver Cooperative Preschool, especially during this special inaugural year in our new building. I’m grateful for the opportunity to learn alongside your child and to collaborate with all of you in nurturing a rich, play-based learning journey.
I’m originally from Japan, where I earned my Bachelor’s in East Asian Civilization, a High School Teaching License, and a Teacher Librarian Certificate. I began my career teaching social studies to students in grades three through Ten. After moving to the U.S., I discovered my passion for early childhood education while working with infants through pre-K in lab school settings. Since then, I’ve been devoted to supporting bilingual (Japanese–English) learning and creating inclusive, nurturing environments for young children.
Outside the classroom, I love listening to classical music, gardening, birdwatching, and exploring Colorado’s beautiful seasons. Growing up at the foot of the Japanese mountains gave me a lasting appreciation for nature, which I bring into my teaching every day.