Alejandra Linares Sierra
Position: Kindergarten Teacher
School: Joseph Thiriot Elementary School
School District: Clark County School District
City, State: Las Vegas, NV
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Alejandra Linares Sierra was nominated anonymously.
Ms. Linares Sierra brings a deeply personal perspective to her classroom as a first-generation college graduate and lifelong English language learner. Her own educational journey has shaped her core belief: that every student deserves to learn in a space where they are supported academically and affirmed personally and culturally. She creates a positive and inclusive environment by centering empathy, patience, and culturally responsive teaching practices.
Ms. Linares Sierra is intentional about recognizing and uplifting the unique backgrounds and voices of her students, particularly those who, like her, may have once felt unseen or unsure of their place in the classroom. She understands firsthand the transformative impact of feeling safe enough to ask questions, express ideas, or take risks in a second language. That insight drives her to ensure each student sees their identity not as a barrier, but as a strength. Her approach includes the use of diverse texts, collaborative learning, and a classroom culture that views mistakes as opportunities for growth. By fostering community, trust, and engagement, she builds a space where all students, regardless of language background or life experience, feel empowered to learn, lead, and thrive.
Alejandra is a lovely. Person who deeply cares about the well-being and learning of her students. Her students love her back always showering her in hugs, love, and gifts. She is a wonderful teacher who always goes above and Beyond.
Mrs. Linares Sierra is an inspiring teacher always thinking of her students’ well being. I have seen firsthand how she dedicates her own personal time to ensure she creates an environment that is both welcoming and adaptive to each student. The way she honors students’ cultures and backgrounds while building their confidence is powerful. Her classroom is more than a place to learn, it is a space where students feel safe, seen, supported, and empowered to thrive.
Alejandra is a caring and supportive teacher to all her students. She goes above and beyond for our school community including running a dance club Ballet Folklórico! Our school benefits daily from her contributions.
Mrs. Linares is as inclusive, consistent, and creative as they come when it comes to teaching our babies. I’ve witnessed her grow and foster such a positive community and climate in her classroom as it is evident in her students’ compassion for one another and willingness to learn. She is a very hard worker and is always ready to find different ways to navigate and cater to her students’ needs. Thank you for your hard work and dedication Mrs. Linares!
Ms Linares is a dedicated elementary school teacher who is consistently kind, patient, and considerate with her students. She creates a nurturing classroom environment where children feel supported, valued, and encouraged to learn. If there are certain things she needs she, herself, will ask for help. She is a great asset to our community!
Ms. Linares is a truly amazing and inspiring teacher. She goes above and beyond for her students every day. She has a genuine and sweet personality. She brings a lot of spirit and fun to her classroom. He works hard so that every student can reach their fullest potential. I feel very fortunate to work with such a kindhearted person.
I am very fortunate to be able to work with Ms. Linares each day. However, her students are even more fortunate to be able to call her their teacher. I see how hard Ms. Linares works to provide her students with the best education possible. She puts in extra time to provide lessons that are engaging and beneficial for each student in her class. In addition to her leading them towards academic success, she builds their confidence by believing in them, encouraging them, and caring about them. Ms. Linares is a life changer!
Mrs. Linares is a phenomenal teacher! She is the perfect example of a teacher who does it all. She gives her all and more. She makes learning fun and highly engaging. She is devoted to helping her students succeed. I have had the pleasure to work alongside her in Kindergarten and I learned so much from her. She is a great role model for her students and colleagues.
Ms. Linares is an outstanding educator and always goes out of her way to invest in her students and ensure that they have a unique experience in her class room
Alejandra Linares is one of the hardest working teachers within CCSD. She goes above and beyond for each and every student that enters her classroom. Through her years as an educator she has tutored countless students as well as taught ballet folklorico after school. She truly inspires everyone that comes in contact with her. My life has been forever changed because of her positivity and light.
Mrs Linares is one of the most inspiring teachers I have ever met. She was my mentor teacher my first year teaching and I honestly couldn’t have done it without her. The way she treats her students, how she cares deeply and passionately for them personally and for their education, is something to be admired. Everyone she comes into contact with is lucky. She is amazing!
Alejandra has been great for Nevada as teacher! She loves her job and I am so proud of her!!!!
Mrs. Linares is such a sweet soul. She pours her heart out in everything she does. Her classroom is magic and learning all in one. Her teaching style is inclusive to all and I love that she incorporates cultural diversity. She deserves to be recognized for her commitment and dedication in shaping little minds.
ms. Linares has gone above and beyond for all of her kiddos i love her energy and her vibe all her kids adore her.
Ms.Linares is such an amazing teacher. She genuinely cares for her students education and well-being. She was my daughter's 2nd grade teacher, and I just immediately felt at ease leaving my daughter under her care as we transitioned back to taking our children to school after COVID. She has a gentle soul with a courageous heart that has allowed her to follow her dreams and it is an inspiration for her students and a role model. I have no doubt in my mind my daughter who just started 6th grade in middle school will never forget her. Ms Linares deserves only amazing things in life and I really hope she is chosen to win.
Mrs. Linares is one of the most selfless human beings I have ever met. I met her six years ago when she was a first year teacher I was immediately impressed by her enthusiasm, dedication and professionalism. Throughout the past six years, I have seen her go above and beyond both in her classroom and outside of it She is an advocate for all students, but especially for those who cannot advocate for themselves. She cares for everyone, including her family, friends extended family members, and she takes care of any animal that meets. She works tirelessly to make the world a better place.
Mrs. Linares is very passionate! She is incredibly welcoming, always helpful, a hard worker and very communicative with kids as well parents.
I am honored to nominate Ms. Linares Sierra for her incredible patience, dedication, and impact in the classroom. Having 20+ kindergartners to look after & manage is a challenge on it’s own, but she handled it with grace, warmth, and a deep commitment to each child’s growth, including my daughters. My son wasn’t her student and her including him in the ABC boot camp she initiated helped him tremendously with reading.
My daughter struggles with working independently and can be very talkative at times, but Ms. Linares was patient, never gave up on her. Instead, she nurtured her, gently redirected her when needed, and created a space where she felt seen, supported, and loved. That kind of patience and consistency doesn’t go unnoticed, it’s life-changing.
It takes a special kind of person to balance structure with love, and does it daily. She doesn’t just teach, she teaches kindness, resilience, and confidence. I am forever grateful for her presence in my child’s learning journey.
She deserves this recognition and so much more, just a beautiful soul inside and out. Thank you Ms. Linares Sierra.
One of the hardest-working people I know. She has also supported me greatly during my journey to becoming a teacher. She's a LifeChanger!
Mrs. Linares is an amazing teacher! She is will to help and guide students that are new to school. She works hard to fill her classroom with educational tools to make learning fun! She attends professional development and is always working hard for her students.
Ms. Linares is an excellent teacher, always willing to help Latino families.
Teacher Linares is such an inspirational teacher and a leader. She changed my son to his best. She is very passionate on her profession. She deserves a recognition of all her patience and hard work for her students.
Alejandra Linares Sierra is my friend and through out the years I’ve seen her work hard and accomplished so many things and to become a Educator and to give her students a positive view of learning and making sure each and every student does not feel left out.
Linares Sierra is a great advocate for all students. She recently got her masters in English Learning to he able to better support her emergent bilinguals. She a great teacher and person.
Mrs. Linares is the kind of educator every parent wants for their child. She pours her heart and soul into her classroom without expecting anything in return. She spends countless hours preparing materials off the clock to make sure her students’ needs are met. She has impacted so many children and families throughout her career. Organizing fundraisers for friends in need and looking for sponsors for her classroom so her students have everything plus more. The amount of things this woman does for her students is amazing, she wrote letters to sponsors and has gotten hundreds of dollars donated to her classroom for Christmas presents. I almost forgot, she reached out to Bank of America and they chose to adopt families in her classroom for Christmas 2 years in a row. Her suv was full from her passenger seat to her trunk and SHE PERSONALLY DELIVERED ALL OF THE GIFTS to the families! She can do it all! She is an angel walking on earth! During her first year teacher she did such an amazing job that her district selected her as NEW EDUCATOR OF THE YEAR from hundreds of new teachers! I am proud to call Mrs. Linares my wife! She deserves to win! I can’t think of anyone more deserving! Goodluck babe! You got this!
She is an absolutely amazing educator who always, and I mean always, puts her students first. Her heart, energy, and creativity are poured into every single day in the classroom. She works tirelessly to make sure her students feel safe, loved, and inspired to learn. From hands-on lessons to fun, engaging activities, she is always finding new ways to make kindergarten a place her students will remember forever. She doesn’t just teach, she creates experiences, builds confidence, and fosters a lifelong love of learning. Every child who walks through her door knows they are valued, and every parent knows their child is in the best possible hands.
I am so proud to be able to work with Ms. Linares. Her passion and love for her students is obvious everytime I see her at school. Even outside of school hours she is going above and beyond to make sure she is the best teacher. Ms. Linares is definitely an inspiration and seeing her work hard motivates me to be a better teacher. I know she leaves a lasting impact on all her students and their families and that is something very special ??
Mrs. Linares deserves to win Life Changer of the Year because she works so hard to build relationships with her students and their families. She holds after school and weekend tutoring clubs with her students and former students. She also teaches a ballet folklorico club after-school where her students not only learn the dances to perform infront of their families and community members but they also learn the history behind the dance. Mrs. Linares is always pursuing her education and has earned 2 Master's degrees. She also signs up and attends Proffesional development during the summer time. Mrs. Linares is a valued member of her school community and is so deserving to win this award.
Even though my kids never had Ms. Linares Sierra as their direct teacher, we’ve seen her heart and dedication in the hallways and classrooms every day. She’s the kind of educator who impacts an entire school, not just her own students, creating a space where every child feels seen, valued, and capable. I’m proud to be part of a school where she teaches and inspires!
Ms. Linares Is simply the sweetest teacher, she’s is kind,helpful, attentive and my student absolutely adores her. We appreciate her here at our school!
I'm glad that my daughter have teacher like Miss Linares, she's like a parent in school ??.
Ms.Linares has changed helped changed the culture of our school with her warm and inviting spirit. She’s not only engaging today’s learners, but she’s also inspiring myself, and future generations to embrace diversity, empathy, and lifelong learning.
I have had the privilege of calling Alejandra my friend since 7th grade, and over the years I have witnessed her journey—through both challenges and triumphs—into the extraordinary person and teacher she is today. Alejandra pours her heart and soul into her classroom, creating a safe and welcoming space where every student feels seen, valued, and deeply cared for. She has a remarkable gift for making each child feel special, instilling in them the confidence to believe in themselves.
Her dedication goes far beyond academics—she works tirelessly, never giving up on a student, no matter the obstacles. Alejandra is constantly brainstorming new ways to reach each learner, adapt to their needs, and celebrate their unique strengths. She inspires her students not only to achieve academically, but also to take pride in who they are. Her compassion, creativity, and unwavering commitment make her a true light in her students’ lives and an inspiration to everyone who knows her.
Teachers don’t dedicate themselves to this work for recognition or accolades—but if anyone would use this honor as a platform to further serve her community and students, it is Alejandra. She has consistently gone above and beyond for her class, her school, and her community—often in ways unseen, but always deeply felt. Award or not, her impact is lasting, and this recognition would only amplify the good she continues to do for those around her.
