Our Teachers

Geezel Montoya

Administrative Coordinator

Mrs. Geezel, as the Administrative Coordinator of Bloom, has been a fundamental component to Bloom's success since 2020 and is trained in Business Administration. She applies her 11 years of experience in Administrative, Sales and Customer Service to ensuring that the preschool operates efficiently and prosperously.

Geezel implements her proficiencies in organization and expediency to staff governance and responsive management to Blooms Family Community in an enthusiastic and positive manner. As well as her dedication to Bloom's overall operations, Geezel has a deep love for early childcare and education.

Mrs. Geezel believes true learning goes beyond the classroom — it’s rooted in everyday experiences. She sees children as capable, curious, and lifelong learners, and finds joy in nurturing their independence and individual growth during their early years.

Poppy Piel

Preschool Administrator

Poppy joined Bloom in early 2026 as Preschool Administrator, bringing a background in education, child safeguarding, and school administration. She holds a Master’s degree in Developmental Psychology from the University of St Andrews in Scotland, and has worked across both nursery and school settings.

Having lived in several countries working in luxury hospitality, Poppy brings a broad, multicultural perspective to the role. She supports the team through strong organisation, attention to detail, and clear, thoughtful communication with Bloom’s family community. Her experience managing teams and overseeing daily operations allows her to support staff and families with efficiency and warmth.  

Poppy believes that calm, well-organised environments support children’s learning and wellbeing. She values positive relationships with families and caregivers and enjoys contributing to a preschool community that is welcoming, respectful, and child-centred.

Roanne Tampus

Lead Teacher

Roanne joined Bloom Learning Centre in 2026 as Lead Teacher, bringing extensive experience in educational leadership, early childhood pedagogy, & school-community collaboration. Before relocating to Cayman, she served as a school principal in the Philippines, where she supported teachers, guided instructional programmes, & fostered strong partnerships with families & the wider community.

She holds a Master of Arts in Education majoring in Administration and Supervision and brings a thoughtful, evidence-based approach to early learning. Her experience leading school teams and managing daily operations allows her to support Bloom’s staff and families with calm organization, clear communication, and a collaborative spirit.

Roanne believes children thrive in nurturing, responsive environments. She values warm, respectful family relationships and is committed to creating a preschool community where children feel secure, teachers feel supported, & meaningful learning flourishes.

Apple Cris Sonsona

Class Lead Teacher

Mrs. Apple joined us in 2023 as an Assistant Teacher and was immediately enthralled by the wonder of working with young children. She has experience working in a Kindergarten class in the Philippines, and although most of her experience is in high-school teaching, she feels she has found her niche with Blooms toddler class.

She expresses that; “it is so fun and exciting being around young children because they are so authentic in their emotions and are fearless to explore, and to try new things. I just love seeing things from their eyes. It’s beautiful to see their eagerness to learn, and witnessing their growth is just so amazing.”

Mrs Apple is a qualified nurse, has a degree in Secondary Education and a Masters degree in Educational Management. She embodies a warm nature, dulcet tones, and responds intuitively to the little ones in her care.

Ms. Cherryl

Class Lead Teacher

Ms. Cherryl joined Bloom Learning Centre as Assistant Teacher March last year and was promptly fascinated by working with the children. She has twenty years of experience as Public Elementary School Teacher and was designated as school-in-charge of different schools in the Philippines. She wants to continue her passion of teaching here on the Island and is now thrilled to work with young learners.

She connotes that “Teaching young children is a lot of fun”. She really enjoys being with the young children because so many things are new and exciting to them, which makes it fun to introduce new lessons. She has a big sense of humor and doesn’t like to take herself too seriously, so teaching little children is perfect for her.

Ms. Cherryl discovered through experience — and the encouragement of others — that teaching is one of the most rewarding careers. Driven by a deep love for learning, she’s passionate about inspiring young minds to share that same curiosity and joy.  With a Bachelor’s in Elementary Education and Home Economics, and a Master’s in Educational Management, she brings both heart and expertise to the classroom. Teaching and caring for young children isn’t just her job — it’s her calling.

Mae Khatleene Mariano

Class Lead Teacher

Miss Mae joined us in early 2022 from the Philippines. She fit perfectly into her role as a practitioner in the Toddler Classroom,  gaining immediate trust from the children and completing the teaching team of our 1-2 year olds.

Mae displays expertise insight into the needs of the child and seamlessly adjusts her teaching style to meet the age-appropriate interactions with children.

She tends to them earnestly and models a calming, sweet, child-centered, fun-loving disposition. Miss Mae obtained a certificate in Child Development, specializing from birth-to 3 years old, and despite also being a qualified midwife; she maintains that working with young children is the best job in the world.

She admires children for their energy, creativity, curiosity, and honesty, and also relishes opportunities to share in their happiness, witness their progress and contribute to their achievements.

Jazmin Hubilla

Assistant Teacher

Jazmin is a Licensed Professional Teacher and graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education with High Honors. Since beginning her career in education in 2023, she has worked with preschool-aged children in both the Philippines and the Cayman Islands, gaining experience in play-based and progressive learning environments.

She believes that learning is best experienced through play and that teachers have an important role in creating opportunities that build strong foundations for lifelong learning. She is passionate about creating meaningful experiences that encourage children to explore, discover, and learn through play.

Jazmin strives to create a classroom where children feel safe, valued, and free to be themselves. She believes that every child learns differently and that meaningful learning happens when children are given opportunities to explore, ask questions, make discoveries, and learn through experience. Her goal is to nurture confident, curious learners who enjoy the process of learning and growing.

Mellow Ebanks-Cain

Teacher

Mellow has dedicated her life to nurturing and guiding young children. After more than a decade in customer service, she transitioned into early childhood education, where she now serves as an assistant teacher. Her calm presence, creativity, and natural ability to connect with children help create a classroom environment where little learners feel safe, supported, and excited to grow.

Her work in early childhood education is deeply shaped by her experience as a devoted mother of six. Raising her own children has given her a strong understanding of child development, emotional needs, and the importance of patience and positive guidance. She brings this lived wisdom into the classroom every day, fostering curiosity, kindness, and confidence in each child she supports.

Whether Mellow is comforting a child, encouraging a new skill, or guiding her own children at home, she leads with compassion and purpose. Her dedication to building strong foundations for young minds continues to define her work and the meaningful impact she has on the children in her care.