Hello
We are Gabin and Nathan, proud parents of Lily and Rosi. We created 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-3 to socialize, learn, and play - while giving parents flexibility to run an errand, have a workout, or take care of themselves.
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We are proud of the early team we've assembled, and hope you are impressed by our background-checked teaching and program staff.
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.
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.
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.
Lily Wu-Falkenborg
Advisor
Lily is one of our key advisors. She has first hand experience being a first grader at Franklin Elementary.
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,
Nina Kelley
Associate Teacher
Teacher Nina is a educator and coach with a passion for dance, art, and education
Jiamin Sun
Senior Teacher
Mandarin and STEM teacher, Jiamin brings a blend of linguistic expertise, academic qualifications, and hands-on teaching experience.
Maria C.
Program Activity Leader
Maria is a multifaceted professional with a range of experiences in education. Maria is fluent in both Spanish and English and is recognized for her quick learning abilities and exceptional teamwork skills.
Gabin Wu
Advisor & Co-Founder
Gabin has a multifaceted background and dedication to fostering a nurturing environment for children.
Susan Shauf
Music Educator
With three decades of experience teaching piano to students of all ages, Susan brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to every lesson
Piper Thomasson
Teacher & Dance Instructor
Introducing Piper Thomasson, an exceptional and multifaceted instructor.
Clara Locklear Fuller
Activity Leader
Clara is an educator and nanny, with a dedication to providing meaningful experiences to young kids.
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
Nathan Wu-Falkenborg
Helper
Nathan is a co-founder of The Village Kids' Club