Since 2014, Ms. Chealese has worked in Early Childhood Education, bringing over 10 years of teaching and leadership experience. She is dedicated to helping children thrive by creating a nurturing, engaging learning environment where they feel supported and confident.

What she loves most about working at L’Academy is being part of a supportive community that encourages learning, growth, and meaningful connections with families.

In her free time, Chealese enjoys playing guitar, singing, hiking, and exploring new outdoor adventures.

Ms. Alison has years of experience working with children ages 2-6 in both center-based programs and her family childcare home. She holds an A.A. in Early Childhood Education and is pursuing a B.A. in Child and Adolescent Development at Sacramento State. Passionate about early education, she enjoys being part of children’s discoveries at L’Academy. In her free time, she enjoys volunteering, learning, spending time in nature, and with her rescue dog, Riley.

Ms. Silvina has been a preschool teacher for seven years. Her goal is to create a classroom where students feel free to express themselves and have fun while learning. On weekends, she enjoys spending time with her husband and daughter, and they are all huge Disney fans! As a preschool and Spanish Immersion teacher at L’Academy, Ms. Silvina is dedicated to providing a safe learning environment with a well-balanced curriculum while supporting parents, teachers, and the community.

Ms. Jasmine brings over 10 years of childcare experience, including time in in-home daycares, as a substitute teacher, and most recently at KinderCare’s infant and toddler program. Now part of L’Academy’s Infant and Spanish Immersion program, she’s dedicated to creating a safe, balanced learning environment. A proud mother of three, she enjoys music and spending time with her dogs, Mimi and Cookie.

Ms. Cathy graduated from university in China with a degree in Education. She is originally from Beijing, and her family roots trace back to Kazakhstan. In addition to Mandarin and English, she also speaks Kazakh!

Cathy has a deep love for working with children and is passionate about teaching the Chinese language. She enjoys reading, staying active through sports, and unwinding with a good movie at night.

As a Mandarin teacher at L’Academy, Ms. Cathy is dedicated to creating a safe, engaging learning environment for all children. She is committed to supporting not only her students, but also their families, fellow teachers, and the broader community.

Ms. Jade is a mother of two and moved from the Bay Area to Granite Bay a few years ago. She previously worked at a bilingual preschool in the Bay Area and deeply believes in introducing children to new languages early in their development. Inspired by her mother—a lifelong teacher—Ms. Jade developed a love for working with children and finds great joy in supporting their growth and learning.

As a Mandarin teacher at L’Academy Preschool, she is dedicated to creating a safe, nurturing environment for all children and is committed to supporting families, staff, and the school community. In her free time, Ms. Jade enjoys skiing, swimming, crafting, and gardening.

Ms. Nina was born and raised in Germany, where her passion for teaching began early while babysitting her younger siblings, cousins, and neighborhood children. After receiving an exceptional teacher education in Germany, she followed her dream to the U.S. as an Au Pair in San Francisco. She went on to study education in the U.S., taught at a German immersion school for two years, and later stayed home to raise her daughter bilingual.

Ms. Nina embraces cultural diversity and brings warmth and creativity to her teaching. After years of homeschooling and volunteering, she returned to the classroom, excited to build relationships with children and families. Her hobbies include swimming, singing, and all kinds of arts and crafts. She looks forward to sharing her background and learning from the diverse cultures within the L’Academy community.