Meet The Team
Dedicated & Certified Professionals
Ani Marin
Owner & Director
Ani Marin is the founder and Managing Director of Spanish Learning Castle. With over 25 years of experience as a Spanish teacher, she began her career teaching elementary school children in Minneapolis within the St. Paul School District. Her passion for early childhood education led her to establish a Mommy and Me Spanish Program in 2013, designed to stimulate children aged 6 to 18 months. Inspired by her daughter Valentina, whom she delighted in playing and singing with in Spanish, Ani decided to share this joy by founding Spanish Learning Castle in 2014.
Today, Ani dedicates herself to overseeing both campuses, ensuring a nurturing and safe environment for preschoolers while fostering connections within the community. Her commitment to early childhood education and Spanish language acquisition continues to shape the experience of young learners at Spanish Learning Castle.
Hely Bermudez
Director - Old Katy Campus
Hely Bermudez, the Director of Spanish Learning Castle at Old Katy Campus, holds a psychology degree from Rafael Urdaneta University in Maracaibo, Venezuela.
Her deep understanding of child development enriches her role. Passionate about psychology, she believes in guiding today’s youth to develop emotional, social, and educational skills.
After joining SLC in 2018 as an Assistant Director, Hely’s journey to Director was driven by her commitment to learning and growth. In 2019, she completed her Director's training under Ms. Ani’s mentorship.
Eva Rincon
Director - Mason Campus
Eva Rincón, the Director of the Katy Campus, holds degrees in Marketing and law. Inspired by her father, she began her educational journey as a volunteer teacher.
Eva joined Spanish Learning Castle (SLC) in 2018 as a parent, then became a Pre-K teacher, and now leads as Director. She is dedicated to guiding her team and promoting bilingualism.
Outside of work, Eva enjoys spending time with her husband and two children, traveling, and cooking.