
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.
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.
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

Candace, Registrar

LeKeisha, Interim Site Director & Director of Equitable Evaluation & Impact

Kassie, Assistant Director

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.