Our Team
Expertise. Passion. Dedication
Our founding team includes certified Early Childhood educators, experienced language educators, a university professor in the field of education, professional storytellers, as well as bilingual & biliterate mothers with young children.
Academic Director
Weina Li Chen, Ph.D.
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Dr. Weina Li Chen is a third-generation Korean descendant born and raised in China. She is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the field of education at Pepperdine University, focusing on program design and evaluation. With a decade of teaching experience to learners of all ages, Weina found particular passions in learning and curriculum design, world language education, and teacher leadership in the classroom. She enjoys learning different languages and is also exposing her two children in English, Chinese, and Spanish.
Center Director
Lily Pan, B.A.
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Lily is a kids’ storyteller. She has been telling stories since 2011 in different local libraries and kids' events. Allowing kids to hear the way the language sounds and tap into their imaginative minds through her fun ways. Also, she taught the parent and me class for over 8 years. She helps parents with the understanding of how their babies mature emotionally, cognitively, socially and physically based on music, movements, and stories. She looks forward to working together with you as partners in your child’s growth.
Business Consultant
Yogi Kang, M.S.
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Yogi has over 9 years of teaching and management experience from preschools to high schools. She has years of experience overseeing the operation and management of three mandarin immersion preschools, two of which are Montessori preschools. She is the CEO and founder of One Plus Chinese and Kinderone Preschool. She believes each child is equal in education, and a good educational environment can inspire and empower students to become the best themselves to build a better world.
Spanish Teacher
Elisabet Bolaños
Ms. Elisa is a passionate and well-versed educator with a bachelor's in psychology from Mexico and a master's in education from Barcelona. She loves inspiring students to discover Spanish through fun, natural, and immersive experiences. Her dedication in language teaching makes every class an exciting and meaningful journey for her students.
Chinese Teacher
Weina (Selina/Nana) Wang
Ms. Weina, aka Ms. Nana (as she prefers to be called by her students), was born and raised in China. She is an exceptional educator known for her unwavering sense of responsibility, patience, and keen observational skills that capture the nuances of each student. Ms. Nana delights in the company of children and is dedicated to fostering an environment rooted in friendship, support, and advancement.
Chinese Teacher
Eva Wang
Ms. Eva is a passionate early childhood educator with over eight years of experience. She has background in both Montessori and Chinese Mandarin immersion, with 20+ units in ECE and a bachelor degree in management. Ms. Eva's journey into teaching was inspired by her role as a mom to two children. Her priority is to provide happiness and safety in the learning environment. One thing she cherishes the most is the smiles of her students!
Chinese Teacher
Grace Li
Ms. Grace was born and raised in China. She is an experienced educator with more than 30 years of experience, who seamlessly transitioned from art to language education. With qualifications in education and psychology, she has enriched preschool and elementary Chinese classrooms in the US. Her holistic approach blends creativity and cultural insights, leaving a lasting impact on young minds.