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We loved the daily invitations set out by teachers that invited the children to participate when they were ready. I enjoyed staying some minutes with my child at drop off to enjoy the relaxed atmosphere and see what the teachers put out. The kids were given so much leeway for creativity in play and art. The kindness and care of the teachers was palpable. The teacher parent conference at the end of the year was so thorough and showed how much they paid attention to each child in various areas. We had had been at other preschools and by far we enjoyed Children's Corner! Our child was well prepared for kindergarten.
Mom, 2014-2016
2s and Young 3s Teachers
2s and Young 3s Teachers
Tina - Lead Teacher
Tina - Lead Teacher
Tina embarked on her journey as a preschool teacher at Children's Corner back in 2010 returning in 2023, assuming the roles of both teacher and Site Supervisor! Armed with a BA in Psychology from UC Santa Cruz, Tina found intriguing parallels between psychology and child development studies.
Tina is happy that her son is attending Children's Corner as well, and loves to witness the growth of his learning everyday. In her spare time she enjoys traveling, watching documentaries, reading books, and eating at new restaurants.
Ana – Teacher
Ana – Teacher
Ana’s journey in early childhood education began in her teenage years, sparked by a deep passion for working with young children. Originally from Mexico and a native Spanish speaker, Ana started working with toddlers in 2021, having taken her coursework in Child Development from Mission College in Santa Clara.
Her favorite age group? The ever-curious, always-on-the-move 2-year-olds. Ana finds joy in supporting their growing independence, watching them explore new skills, and witnessing the earliest expressions of their unique personalities. For her, every day with toddlers is a chance to nurture, guide, and celebrate small but meaningful milestones.
Josette – Assistant Teacher
Josette – Assistant Teacher
Allow me to present Josette: Armed with a bachelor's degree in anthropology from Catholic University in Belgium, she brings a wealth of knowledge to our team. Fluent in five languages—Dutch, English, French, German, and Spanish—Josette's linguistic prowess plays a crucial role in seamlessly integrating young non-English speakers into our program.
Josette's teaching journey dates back to 1985, a testament to her extensive experience. After dedicating several years as a parent volunteer, she officially joined Children’s Corner in 2003. You can find Josette passionately engaged with our 2s and Young 3s program, lending her expertise on weekday mornings and afternoons from Monday to Friday.
Berna– Assistant Teacher
Berna– Assistant Teacher
Berna’s career began in the world of tourism, where she earned her Associate Degree in Tourism and Hotel Management and worked in the field before becoming a cabin crew member with an international airline for three years. Her experiences traveling and connecting with people from many cultures gave her a unique perspective on communication and care.
After relocating abroad with her family, Berna was inspired to pursue her long-standing passion for working with children. She is currently completing her Early Childhood Education units at Foothill College and is committed to earning a degree in Child Development.
Beyond the classroom, Berna enjoys family life with her husband and their son, a second grader. She values the opportunity to support children in their growth and development and is enthusiastic about contributing to the nurturing environment at Children’s Corner.
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