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OUR AMAZING STAFF

Nice to meet you!

Dedicated to providing a loving, safe and nurturing environment, staffed with trained and caring teachers, implementing a program based on current and effective educational practices.


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Taryn 
Director

​IMs Taryn began discovered her love for teaching preschool while exploring electives in high school. As soon as she graduated she began working as a teachers aide while going to DVC and getting her ECE units. She completed her BA in Liberal Arts at Cal State East Bay.
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Ms Taryn lives is Alameda with her husband, two children  and mini dachshund. She enjoys dancing, hiking, camping, and Skiing.

Brianna
​2's Teacher

Bio coming soon!

Lindsey
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​2's Teacher

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Lindsey has worked in the field of early childhood education for a little over 3 years. She has her bachelor's degree in Psychology from CSU East Bay and 15 units in ECE from Diablo Valley College. Lindsey is continuing to enroll in ECE courses. Lindsey enjoys spending time with her friends and family and her two cats:) She also loves baking. 


Neenah
​3's Teacher

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Ms. Neenah graduated from Los Medanos College in 2020 with an Associate of Arts Degree in Early Childhood Education. She spent many hours in the Child Study Center during her years at LMC working with Master Teachers. 

Neenah lives in East County with her 3 dogs and 1 cat...she is animal lover! She loves to cook and spend time in nature walking her dogs and hiking.  


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​3's Teacher

Kim 
​Pre-K Teacher

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Ms. Kim joined our team in 2014 as a Teacher in our Polar Bear Room. For the past couple of years Kim has been a super helpful substitute teacher for us. Kim has rejoined our Polar Bear Room again and we are happy to have her back 5 days a week.  

Kim earned her Bachelor of Arts in English from Colorado College. She has over 24 Early Childhood Education units from Diablo Valley College. She lives in Walnut Creek with her family. 

Kelsey 
​Pre-K Teacher

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Ms. Kelsey started working in early childhood right out of high school as she continued her education at Diablo Valley College. 

​Kelsey worked with school ages children before joining our Polar Bear Room.

Nancy 
Substitute Teacher

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Ms. Nancy joined the staff in 2008 and has worked with all our age groups; she has found her calling with our youngest children. Nancy received her certificate in Early Childhood Education from Diablo Valley College and continues to take early childhood education courses.

​Nancy has two grown children.  In her leisure time, Nancy and her husband enjoy traveling and spending time in the mountains. Nancy is an active member of the United Methodist Church and currently is on the Board of Trustees. 

Terry
Support Staff

Terry joined our staff in August of 2017 and works in all of our classrooms. Terry has worked in a variety of preschool settings for many decades. Terry is a fully qualified teacher and enjoys helping out with breaks, lunches and spending time with the children. ​
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We are always looking for our next fabulous teacher! Contact us if you are interested in applying for a position.
Preschool Hours
2 years - PreK

8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
After-School Hours
​TK - 5th grade

11:45 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. 
Address
​955 Moraga Road
Lafayette, CA 94549
Telephone
​(925) 284-1143 Preschool
(925) 284-5126 After School

Email
[email protected]
​​CCL Facility 073408890
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  • Why Enroll
    • Philosophy & Goals
    • Curriculum
    • A Typical Day
    • Amazing Staff
    • Tuition
    • Application
  • Resources
    • Application
    • Calendar
    • Brightwheel
    • Documents & Forms
    • Donate
  • Contact
  • JB Kids After-School