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From 405 S or N take the Kirkland NE 85th Street exit. At the second light take a left onto 6th Street. Take a right at the stop sign onto Kirkland Way. Turn into the second driveway on the right. Parking and entrance are by the playground.

Bright Horizons at Kirkland

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About Our Staff

A Bright Horizons teacher is a nurturer as well as an educator, someone who encourages learning through exploration, and who understands the balance between what a child needs to feel safe and what she requires to reach her potential. Your child’s teacher is your partner. At Bright Horizons, families and teachers work together --celebrating successes, navigating challenges, and communicating daily about your child’s achievements and goals.

Meet Our Teachers

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  • Name: Brendan
  • I Teach: Support
  • Teaching Since: 2009
  • I love teaching children because: I love to be a postive influence on children, since they are in a state of developing a sense of who they are.
  • Favorite Children's Book: The Little Mouse, The Red Ripe Strawberry, & The Big Hungry Bear
  • Name: Claire
  • I Teach: Preschool
  • Teaching Since: 2005
  • I love teaching children because: Children are so full of wonder and I love to see their emerging presonalitites and quirky sense of humor.
  • Favorite Children's Book: The Magic Faraway Tree
  • Name: Jordin
  • I Teach: Preschool
  • Teaching Since: 2011
  • I love teaching children because: I love to help my students explore all th esuriosities of their imagination and vastly developing minds.
  • Favorite Children's Book: Where The Sidewalk Ends
  • Name: Skylar
  • I Teach: Two's
  • Teaching Since: 2008
  • I love teaching children because: I love teaching because it is a rewarding experience and I enjoy getting to know each child.
  • Favorite Children's Book: Mommies say shhh!
  • Name: Irina
  • I Teach: Infants
  • Teaching Since: 1997
  • I love teaching children because: I love watching the children grow and discover new things. It is so fun to be a part of their growth. Also it is fun to talk, listen and have great "conversations."
  • Favorite Children's Book: The Very Hungry Caterpillar
  • Name: Tawni
  • I Teach: Toddlers
  • Teaching Since: 2009
  • I love teaching children because: of the joy and excitement of learning something for the first time. I love helping children become amazing learners.
  • Favorite Children's Book: Tawny Scrawny Lion
  • Name: Ira
  • I Teach: Toddlers
  • Teaching Since: 2003
  • I love teaching children because: I love this age, to be able to see how they grow and learn is amazing.
  • Favorite Children's Book: This is My Kitten
  • Name: Kelley
  • I Teach: Toddlers
  • Teaching Since: 2010
  • I love teaching children because: They are such a blessing and such a joy to be around! They teach me so much and I just love their happy spirits, love for life and learning.
  • Favorite Children's Book: Where the Wild Things Are
  • Name: Lauren
  • I Teach: Preschool
  • Teaching Since: 2011
  • I love teaching children because: I love to watch the children grow and discover new things. Everything is so exciting for them and it really makes you appreciate the simple joys in life.
  • Favorite Children's Book: Rainbow Fish
  • Name: Lucia
  • I Teach: Preschool
  • Teaching Since: 1995
  • I love teaching children because: They use their imagination to create and discover new things about themselves and the world around them. I am here to help them shape their lives.
  • Favorite Children's Book: Waiting for Winter & The Giving Tree
  • Name: Chrissy
  • I Teach: Preschool
  • Teaching Since: 2006
  • I love teaching children because: They are all amazing in their own special way.
  • Favorite Children's Book: Dr. Seuss
  • Name: Mindy
  • I Teach: Preschool
  • Teaching Since: 2000
  • I love teaching children because: I enjoy watching the children grow and change, challenging them to be independent thinkers.
  • Favorite Children's Book: A Visitor for Bear
  • Name: Jennifer
  • I Teach: Preschool
  • Teaching Since: 2005
  • I love teaching children because: I love watching them learn and grow.
  • Favorite Children's Book: Berenstain Bears
  • Name: Meghan
  • I Teach: PreKindergarten
  • Teaching Since: 2004
  • I love teaching children because: I love to help my students grow academically, socially and emotionally throughout the school year. Through their natural kindness, curiosity and enthusiasm they continue to inspire me to be a better teacher and person.
  • Favorite Children's Book: The Giving Tree
  • Name: Nicolle
  • I Teach: PreKindergarten
  • Teaching Since: 2003
  • I love teaching children because: The moment when a child gets to succeed in a task and you can see their self confidence shine through.
  • Favorite Children's Book: I Like Myself
  • Name: Erin
  • I Teach: Administrative Assistant/Center Support
  • Teaching Since: 1990
  • I love teaching children because: I enjoy learning with them.
  • Favorite Children's Book: There is a Monster at the end of this book
  • Name: Sandy
  • I Teach: Support Staff
  • Teaching Since: 1999
  • I love teaching children because: They make me laugh all the time and i feel they need love and attention.
  • Favorite Children's Book: Fancy Nancy
  • Name: Galina
  • I Teach: Center Support
  • Teaching Since: 1995
  • I love teaching children because: I love to see the children grow and learn new skills, explore the world around them.
  • Favorite Children's Book: Eating the Alphabet
  • Name: Lupita
  • I Teach: Spanish
  • Teaching Since: 1985
  • I love teaching children because: They are always eager to learn and for their enthusiasm..
  • Favorite Children's Book: Incredible You
  • Name: Jennifer
  • I Teach: Preschool
  • Teaching Since: 2010
  • I love teaching children because: I love seeing the wonder and excitement when a child discovers something new. As well as keeping my imagination young by getting to play with the children.
  • Favorite Children's Book: Don't let the Pigeon...
  • Name: Lindsay
  • I Teach: Two's
  • Teaching Since: 2011
  • I love teaching children because: Their want for knowledge is profoundly impactful. It is so fun to be a part of their growth.
  • Favorite Children's Book: Chicka Chicka Boom Boom
  • Name: Kathi
  • I Teach: Enrollment Counselor
  • Teaching Since: 2010
  • I love teaching children because: my own children have been nurtured at Bright Horizons centers since 2002, and the difference Bright Horizons has made in lives of our family is immeasurable. I feel incredibly lucky to be an advocate for excellent early childhood education at Bright Horizons.
  • Favorite Children's Book: Danny the Champion of the World by Roald Dahl

Administration

  • Name: Suzanne

    Position: Center Director

    In Education Since: 1999

    I love working for Bright Horizons because: Bright Horizons has allowed me to continue to do what I love, working with children, while growing in my profession. There is no other company that supports its employees the way Bright Horizons does. We are all a part of a family that works together to create a warm, enriching and loving environment for children and families to thrive in. I am so proud to share with others the company I work for and all that we offer.

    Favorite Children's Book: Adventure on Klickitat Island

  • Name: Amanda

    Position: Assistant Director

    In Education Since: 2008

    I love working for Bright Horizons because: I love to watch children learn and grow. Bright Horizons allows me to be a part of helping children grow and learn while working with families. It is exciting to be at Bright Horizons and be able to use my years of experience teaching here at the Kirkland center.

    Favorite Children's Book: Tops or Bottoms

  • Name: Liz

    Position: Administrative Assistant

    In Education Since: 2007

    I love working for Bright Horizons because: The standards that the company holds to instill safety and quality care for the children in amazing!

    Favorite Children's Book: Berenstain Bears: Case of the Gimmies