Kimberly

Preschool Teacher

Hello! My name is Kimberly Esquivias and I am a preschool teacher with a major in child development here at Brella. I have been working with children of all ages for 4+years. I love getting to know my students and building bonds with them.

Keshi

Preschool Teacher

L.A. born & raised. I hold an A.A. in Early Childhood Education and have 5 years of experience teaching children ranging from Infant/Toddlers to Pre-K. I enjoy going to the beaches & overlooking the views from the mountains. I enjoy being outside with nature. I love working with children because they are so curious and creative about learning. I love sharing their experiences.

Teri

Preschool Teacher

I love teaching! This has never been just a job for me. I was born in Long Beach but I also lived in the San Francisco Bay area for 20 years. I am an equestrian. I love dogs, and I'm an amateur dog trainer. I have 2 boys ages 22 & 23.

Juanita

Preschool Teacher

My name is Juanita. I completed my Bachelor’s degree in Child Development from Cal State Los Angeles and my associates degree in Early Childhood Education from Santa Monica College. I love cats and have 3 of my own.

Louvena

Preschool Teacher

I'm a California native with 7 years of experience in early childhood education. I’m passionate about serving children and being a positive role model. My hobbies are playing spades and listening to music.

Annette

Infant Teacher

Annette has a Bachelor’s degree in Child Development with a focus on Early Childhood Education, and has been working with infants and toddlers for almost 7 years. She holds certifications for Special Needs, Dual-Language, Preschool and Infant/Toddler care and learning. In her free time, she likes to read, draw, visit museums, go dancing with friends, and going to Little Tokyo.

Kalene

Infant Teacher

I've been working with kids for a bit over a year now, and it's been awesome. When I was younger, I always adored art and dreamed of being an art teacher. So, working with kids has really sparked my creativity. Right now, I'm working on my AA in early childhood education to become an even better teacher. Learning how to improve makes me super happy because it means I can be the best teacher possible for the children. Outside of work, I'm all about family time – hanging out with the people I love is the best!

Nancy

Infant Teacher

I am from Los Angeles near Echo park. My parents are both Mexican. I am interested in traveling, I've only traveled to Puerto Vallarta. I love watching the children grow. I like being a part of the learning process.

Shyann

Infant Teacher

I love life, exploring the ins and outs of the universe, just like kids, the best learners and explorers.

Claudia

Infant Teacher

Claudia holds a Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Development from Cal State University, as well as an associates degree in Arts and Sciences. She has been teaching for 7 years and feels that being an infant teacher is her greatest accomplishment. Helping them build their foundation to reach milestones and move on to the next stage in life is the highlight of her day, especially when you see their faces light up from learning a new skill.

Erica

Infant Teacher

I have been working in Early Childhood Education since 2016 and I'm currently working towards a Bachelors in Child Development. It brings me so much joy watching children grow and reach their developmental milestones.

Myra

Infant Teacher

Myra has been working in Early Childhood education for 6 years and has obtained her Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education with a minor in Family & Consumer Studies from Cal State Northridge. She has a love of guiding little ones to learn, grow, and to set a strong foundation for their everlasting future success. She also loves finding new cafe shops & scenic vistas.

Kenia

Infant Teacher

I am from Los Angeles, California. Some of my interests are watching disney movies with my daughter and hiking. I enjoy teaching because I love to see how as teachers we influence children and support them through their developmental stages.

Melissa

Infant Teacher

Melissa has been working in early childcare education for about four years. She has a bachelor’s degree in Child Development from Cal State LA. Melissa can’t wait to sing, dance, and do hands-on activities with the children. Fun fact: She loves coffee!

Claudia

Infant Teacher

Im Claudia Varelas mother of three wonderful children and 5 beautiful grandkids . i been teaching for 14 yrs and i love to change the world one child at a time . great career and so rewarding !!

Evelyn

Resource Teacher

I have an immense passion for working with children and helping create a supportive environment for them.

Monet

Resource Teacher

I have lived in various cities throughout Los Angeles County, all my life. I love working with children because they remind us that each day is new and keep us hopeful for a bright future!

Javier

Resource Teacher

My role as a teacher began in 2023 and quickly became something I loved doing. I’m a Mexican American born in the heart of South Los Angeles. I enjoy being a part of Brella and the environment in hopes to inspire every kid that I teach.

Katherine

Resource Teacher

Kat is currently working towards her Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, and worked as a part-time nanny for about 5 years. Kat is excited to start at Brella not only because it seems like a very family-like workspace, but also being able to work with multiple age groups is an amazing opportunity to grow as an ECE teacher. In her free time, Kat enjoys hanging out with her cat milkshake and playing video games.

Ian

Music Specialist

"My name is Ian, and I'm a musician born and raised in Los Angeles. I'm also a huge fan of standup comedy and soccer. Music classes were so pivotal and important to my childhood, so nothing makes me happier than sharing the joy of music with kids."

Stephanie

Substitute Teacher

Ms. Stephanie has a background working as an AD for a Home Daycare and as a Preschool Teacher. She truly enjoys working with children, and their creative little minds keep her wanting to learn more about their development and ways to make learning both fun and exciting. Stephanie also became a mom to a beautiful baby boy in March 2022!

Jewel

Substitute Teacher

Jewel is a Los Angeles native who has spent the past 12 years working with children. As a children’s author, she combines her love for storytelling with her passion for nurturing young minds. Jewel loves to travel, exploring new cultures and experiences.Her superpower is adaptability, enabling her to thrive in diverse environments and connect with people from all walks of life.