Instructor
Yeni Portillo-Lemus Ed.D.
Infant, preschool and school-age teacher, early education program director, social worker and college instructor
Bio
Yeni Portillo-Lemus brings over 20 years of extensive experience in early childhood education as a former ECE teacher, program director, and social worker. With a comprehensive background spanning classroom instruction, program administration, and family support services, she has dedicated her career to supporting young children's development and strengthening family systems. As a college instructor, she is passionate about preparing the next generation of early childhood professionals with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills. Her interdisciplinary approach combines educational best practices with social work principles, emphasizing the importance of holistic child development and family-centered care in early learning environments.Yeni holds the following credentials:
- BA-Sociology from California State University, Dominguez Hills
- MA-Child Development from California State University, Los Angeles
- EdD-Education from the University of New England