Contact: deborahj@sv.ycef.com

Year joined YCIS: 2019

Contact: jenniferk@sv.ycef.com

“The program here at YCIS is unique and wonderful! I am proud to be included in the community of students, teachers, administrators, and families at YCIS. There is never a lack of collaboration, especially between the English teachers and the Chinese teachers and support for ourselves or for our students. I truly enjoy teaching here and I believe the students truly enjoy learning.”

Education: A.A. in General Education, B.A. in Creative Arts with a Focus on Education and a minor in Music; Certification: Clear California CLAD Multiple Subject Credential from San Jose State University; Noyce Literacy Mentor, Peer Coaching Mentor, Reader’s and Writer’s Workshop

Year Joined YCIS: 2016

Contact: yunak@sv.ycef.com

“I chose YCIS because I liked that the school promotes Co-Teaching partnerships with English and Chinese-speaking teachers working as a team. Together, we create a joyful, bilingual environment to prepare students to become competent in English and Chinese, as well as internationally-minded for a competitive future. I really enjoy working in this big YCIS family.”

Year Joined YCIS: 2006

Education: A.A. Early Childhood Education from Borough of Manhattan Community College, New York; California Child Development Teacher Permit

Contact: tsailinl@sv.ycef.com

“I started with YCIS as a Chinese substitute teacher and became full time for its unique bilingual environment with the balance of two languages. The small class size gives me the opportunity to know each student, to pay attention not only to students’ Chinese but also guiding students as a whole person. I love to learn new techniques to improve students’ learning experiences. The teachers, administrators, and families’ support strengthen me professionally and create a bond in the community.”

Education: B.S. Business Administration, University of Southern California; Certification: Teaching Chinese as a Heritage/Foreign Language

Year Joined YCIS: 2016

Contact: amyl@sv.ycef.com

“Once I started working at YCIS, I never wanted to leave. YCIS is like a family to me and I love working with everyone here. I feel like I have a purpose coming to school every day in order to make a difference and have a positive impact on my students. At the same time, I never stop learning from my co-workers who are always willing to share and help. The leaders care about the teachers and the teachers care about their students. I am thrilled my son has received an education here at YCIS since preschool.”

Education: BA Education, China Christian College, Taiwan; M.Ed. Ashland University, Ohio; ECE courses, DeAnza and Foothill Colleges; California Child Development Site Supervisor Permit

Year Joined YCIS: 2005

Contact: jinsongl@sv.ycef.com

“I love the environment at YCIS. It is a supportive, enriching and comforting atmosphere. I enjoy working with the awesome teachers and staff. We are like a big family. I have been learning from every team I have worked with. I am so fortunate that my children have been receiving education here at YCIS.”

Education: A.A. degree Biological-Tech; California Child Development Associate Teacher Permit

Year joined YCIS: 2013

Contact: miyel@sv.ycef.com

“I feel very lucky to work at YCIS because of our community. YCIS and our parents work closely in partnership because we care about the environment in which our students will learn and grow. Teaching at YCIS bridges Western and Eastern culture, and our English and Chinese teachers work together to achieve our students’ best interests.”

Education: B.S. Managerial Economics, Beijing Normal University; M.Ed. Education, Aichi University of Education, Japan

Year Joined YCIS: 2011

Contact: anital@sv.ycef.com

“I truly feel as though YCIS is my second home. We are a great team, each with unique ideas and skills, but connected through our shared passion for teaching. What I appreciate and love the most about YCIS is that we learn and grow together with the children under our care. I am very grateful to have the opportunity to positively impact my students and make a difference in their education. I am extremely proud that YCIS is a program that provides a warm, loving, fun and explorative environment for all children, as well as a sense of security and peace of mind for the parents.”

Education: A.A. Foreign Trade English, Beijing Union University in Beijing; currently working on degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE).

Year joined YCIS: 2011

Contact: lucyl@sv.ycef.com

“There is a definite feeling of exhilaration in YCIS that cannot be felt in many other environments. Students are eager to learn new things, which makes my job exciting and rewarding. YCIS offers students a great bilingual education that blends the best of the eastern and western traditions with creativity. Students not only gain competency in two languages, but also become culturally aware for life. As well as supporting students to become bilingual, small class sizes help me to know the students better, deliver more personalized attention to each student, and create an environment which can support the well-being of the whole child.”

Education: M.S. Education Professional Development, University of Wisconsin-La Crosse.

Year Joined YCIS: 2013

Contact: jingl@sv.ycef.com

“I enjoy working for a preschool with an international setting. I like the fact that the children are immersed in the Eastern and Western cultures whilst acquiring a high proficiency in English and Chinese. Our students gain a new and profoundly deep appreciation of the two spectrums. I truly appreciate our responsibility to provide a diverse learning environment, welcoming students from all backgrounds.”

Education: Early Child Education courses at De Anza College; California Child Development Associate Teacher Permit

Year Joined YCIS: 2014