Our Staff
We offer a low student to teacher ratio which allows us to emphasize the importance of giving each child individual one on one work time. Work time focuses mainly consists of manual skill building, shapes, colors, numbers, letters, phonics and pre-reading. Our purpose is for each child to be happy and to excite them when it comes to learning about life.
Meet Our Staff!
Jennifer Smolyanitsky
(Operating Director)
All About Miss Jenn!
I was born and raised in San Jose. I have five brothers and one sister. I am a mother of a 13 year old son and loving every day of it. I have a dog named Fiona. When I am not working in the classroom, I enjoy spending every minute with my son and family. In 2012, I graduated from San Jose State University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Childhood Adolescent Development, minor in Psychology. Previously, I completed my Early Childhood Education curriculum at West Valley College. Also, I currently have a Site Supervisor Permit. In the future, I hope to pursue a teaching credential program, as well as a Master’s Degree, at SJSU.
My Goal(s) for this Year:
My goal is to encourage the children to learn through hands-on experiences and to have fun while learning. I hope to educate them to have self-confidence, be kind to their friends, use their manners, communicate without physical contact and develop their individual self. I plan on implementing lessons to include writing, reading, math, and art.
Why I Want to Work with Children:
I love working with kids, they bring you along with them on adventures whether it be in the backyard or reading a book. I am passionate about expanding students’ knowledge and always striving to create a sense of community to connect with each student.
My Favorite Quote(s):
“And the dreams that you dare to dream really do come true.”
-From “Somewhere Over the Rainbow”, written by E. Y. Harburg
My Favorites:
Book – “The Kissing Hand”
Flower – Daisies
Color – Pink
Dessert – Chocolate
Food – Italian
Exercise – Kickboxing
Scent – Lavender
Movie – Wizard of Oz
Kyah Hossay
(Junior K teacher)
All About Miss Kyah!
I was born and raised in San Jose, moving to Campbell/Los Gatos for high school. I currently attend West Valley aiming towards a transfer degree for Early Childhood Education. I have been working at LGAP since 2017 and I have loved every minute of it. When I am not working with the little ones, I'm taking care of my plants or hanging out with my pets!
My Goal(s) for this Year:
My goal for this year is to be the best teacher for the 3 year-old class that I can be, and remember to enjoy the little things and the good days of teaching young children.
Why I Want to Work with Children:
I love my job and I have always loved teaching, when I was younger I taught my little cousins how to read. It brings me pride to be able to create a space that the children can comfortably and safely expand their knowledge as they grow.
My Favorite Quote(s):
“You must not let anyone define your limits because of where you come from. Your only limit is your soul.”
– Ratatouille
My Favorites:
Book – “Wuthering Heights”
Flower – Sunflowers
Color – Pink
Dessert – Chocolate!
Food – Sushi
Scent – Jasmine
Miss Fairy
(Little Explorer's Teacher)
All About Miss Fairy!
My name is farzaneh. I was born and raised in Iran. I graduated from university of tehran-Iran with a Bachelor of Graphic Design before moving to the United States. I am Studying at De Anza college and I have 22 units in Early Childhood Education. I began my career with Campbell Union District in 2017
My Goal(s) for this Year:
I have decided to help children develop socially and emotionally by providing a fun learning environment .
Why I Want to Work with Children:
I love children and I enjoy watching them grow and develop during the early years. In the classroom, I work hard to challenge children to become independent thinkers. Their smiles and hugs brighten each of my days!
My Favorites:
Books: any romans and history books.
Flower: Rose
Color: Green
Desert: Ice cream
Food: Kabob
Scent: cinnamon
Movie: Love Story & Gone with the Wind
Miss Ebby
(Teacher's Assistant)
All About Miss Ebby!
I was born in San Jose and attended West Valley Community College then transferred to San Jose State University, where I am currently attending. I am majoring in Communicative disorders and sciences. Once I finish my bachelor's, I will pursue my masters to become a speech language pathologist. When I am not working or attending school, I am babysitting or at the AMC movie theater.
My Goal(s) for this Year:
My goals for this year are to expand my knowledge on child development and milestones. Another goal I have is to be as helpful as I can whether it be helping the teachers or the kids.
Why I Want to Work with Children:
I want to work with children because there's never a dull moment, and it's always fun. It's almost like a fresh breath of air, takes you back to those days when you were little. Just keeps you mindful to really appreciate every day. I also want to work with kids, because I would like to work In a middle school once I get my masters as a speech language pathologist.
My Favorites:
Books: The Twilight Saga
Flower: Any fake flower
Color: Baby blue
Desert: Cheesecake
Food: Italian
Scent: Lavender
Favorite Quote: "And third, I was unconditionally and irrevocably in love with him.” -Stephenie Meyer