Little Thinkers Preschool
Meet the LTP Team
Meet the Team
Little Thinkers Preschool works to provide a nurturing learning environment that not only prepares learners to succeed in kindergarten and beyond but puts them on the path to cultivating a lifelong love of learning. Our talented educators and administrative staff are the core of what makes that possible!
Bluebells Classroom – PreK- 3
Michelle, Lead Teacher
My name is Michelle. I am originally from Minnesota, but I have had the opportunity to live in LA, Boston, and now Texas. In my free time, I enjoy traveling and reading. I am planning on going back to school to finish my BA degree!
Lara, Co-Teacher
Hello everyone! My name is Lara and I am originally from South Carolina, where I was in science education for four years. I love working at Thinkery and sharing STEAM education with children! In my free time, I like to explore Austin, bake, and travel!
Buttercups Classroom – PreK- 3
Jada, Lead Teacher
Hi! My name is Jada. I have been working in the preschool for three years and feel like I have truly found my calling! I was born and raised in Austin, and in my free time, I enjoy being with my dogs, Kojak and Tyson, and singing karaoke.
Alexandra, Co-Teacher
I’m Alexandra. I’ve been working with kids in some capacity for 15 years and got my degree in education. Outside of work, I love to spend time with my dogs, and I like to knit, crochet, and sew. Before this, I was a kindergarten teacher, but I love play-based, child-led learning, so I am very excited to be here!
Daisies Classroom – PreK-4
Andrea, Senior Lead Teacher
My name is Andrea and I am so excited to be joining the LTP. I have extensive experience in childcare and have worked with children in various capacities. I fell in loved in teaching and three years ago I decided to work to obtain my Master’s in Early Education and make teaching my career. I am delighted to have the opportunity to teach at Thinkery and have the ability to share my own personal knowledge while also gaining new knowledge.
McKenna, Co-Teacher
Hello! My name is McKenna. I am finishing my Human Development and Family Studies degree at Stephen F. Austin State University, planning to graduate in December of this year. Working at the Thinkery is a dream come true as I used to come to the museum ALL the time as a child, When I’m not at work or studying, you can find me out hiking with my dog, Pepper, or gardening on my patio.
Sunflowers Classroom – PreK-4
Jackie, Senior Lead Teacher
Hi, I’m Jackie Guerra. I’m fairly new to Austin and Texas. I’m originally from Denver, Colorado. I attended Metro State College, where I received my BA in Art History. I have been teaching for 25 years and have most recently taught Pre-K for the last five years.
Christian, Co-Teacher
Hello, my name is Christian Alvarado. I’m originally from New York, but I’ve lived in Austin for 5 years now. I love to write and listen to music, and I’m excited to be teaching here as well as to continue my growth and learning.
Administration
Molli, Assistant Site Director
Candace, Registrar
LeKeisha, Interim Site Director & Director of Equitable Evaluation & Impact
Little Thinkers Preschool
We know that children learn best alongside caring adults. To best support our early learners, we have small classroom sizes and create a flexible, relationship-driven learning environment.