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Our fantastic team of educations

VKC TEAM

Hello

We are Gabin and Nathan, proud parents of Lily and Rosi. We started The Village Kids' Club to help address a need that we observed in our community, and that we share. Namely, a comfortable, nice, clean and secure place for children K-5 to socialize, learn, and play - while giving parents flexibility to run an errand, have a workout, or take care of themselves. This has evolved over time to include after-school programs, school-break camps, enrichment classes and more. The Village Kids' Club is operated by The Village Alliance, a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation.
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We are proud of the team we've assembled, and hope you are impressed by our background-checked teaching and program staff.

Sogolon Best

Sogolon Best

Director

Sogolon Best is an experienced teacher with over 20 years of experience teaching elementary and middle school math at progressive small private schools in San Francisco and Palo Alto.

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Jiamin Sun

Jiamin Sun

Senior Teacher

Mandarin and STEM teacher, Jiamin brings a blend of linguistic expertise, academic qualifications, and hands-on teaching experience.

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Piper Thomasson

Piper Thomasson

Teacher

Introducing Piper Thomasson, an exceptional and multifaceted instructor.

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Rosie Wu-Falkenborg

Rosie Wu-Falkenborg

Advisor

Rosie is one of our key advisors. She has first hand experience being a second grader at Franklin Elementary.

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Nathan Wu-Falkenborg

Nathan Wu-Falkenborg

Helper

Nathan is a co-founder of The Village Kids' Club

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Nina Kelley

Nina Kelley

Associate Teacher

Teacher Nina is a educator and coach with a passion for dance, art, and education

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Audel Mendez

Audel Mendez

Music Educator

Mr. Mendez taught kindergarten music at two elementary schools and led high school band programs, he excels at engaging students of all ages.

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Sophie Liang

Sophie Liang

Teacher

Sophie is currently pursuing her Master of Arts in Curriculum & Instruction, along with a Multiple Subject Credential, from San Francisco State University

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Zenze Best

Zenze Best

Advisor

Zenze is one of our key advisors. She has first hand experience being a first grader at Ruby Bridges Elementary.

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Clara Locklear Fuller

Clara Locklear Fuller

Activity Leader

Clara is an educator and nanny, with a dedication to providing meaningful experiences to young kids.

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Azana Best

Azana Best

Teacher

Azana Best, a Baylor University graduate with a background in Cell and Molecular Biology, brings her extensive research experience and passion for education to enhance The Village Kids' Club's science and art programs.

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Louis Orren

Louis Orren

Music Educator

Meet Louis Orren, a multi-faceted music educator. Louis brings a wealth of experience and a unique educational background. His journey in nurturing young minds through music is marked by a profound understanding of diverse learning needs and a passion for creating inclusive musical experiences.

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Lily Wu-Falkenborg

Lily Wu-Falkenborg

Advisor

Lily is one of our key advisors. She has first hand experience being a second grader at Franklin Elementary.

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Gabin Wu

Gabin Wu

Advisor & Co-Founder

Gabin has a multifaceted background and dedication to fostering a nurturing environment for children.

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Aparna Krishnamoorthy

Aparna Krishnamoorthy

Dance Instructor - Odissi Form

After years of learning Odissi from a renowned teacher, Guru Vishnu Tattva Das, Aparna is excited to share this graceful dance form with the community,

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