Meet the SFC Team

Our dedicated team of passionate educators and staff who make French immersion learning magical for every child

Meet the SFC Team

Passionate educators dedicated to French immersion and early childhood development

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Nadia Jorio, Founder and Director

Nadia loves to teach. As the school's director, she is dedicated to practicing different philosophies at the SFC preschool, which motivates her to ensure that each child feels secure, loved, and eager to learn.

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Janice Cadiente, Head English Teacher

Janice is an English teacher who deeply cares about children and helps them enjoy learning. She actively champions inclusivity in education, ensuring all students feel valued, cared for, and loved. She finds joy in watching each child learn and grow.

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Catherine Sam-long, Kindergarten French Teacher

Miss Catherine, has been teaching for more than twenty years. She loves interacting with children, especially kindergarteners. She is passionate about transmitting the French language and culture to young students. One of her favorite classroom activities is storytime.

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Stephanie Than Trong, Kindergarten Head-French teacher

Stephanie mixes Art and Teaching skills to create a wonderful atmosphere for her kindergarteners. Her kindergarteners are always well prepared with essential skills and knowledge before entering first grade.

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Florence Raynon, Head-teacher in the 2 Years and 3 Years Old Classroom

Florence enjoys her little ones by spreading her love every day. Florence cares a lot for the well-being of her preschoolers.

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Marie-helene Guiraudet, Head-teacher in the 3 Years and 4 Years Old Classroom

Miss Marie Helene is a very passionate and eager individual. Her sense of humor and unique perspective makes her an exceptional addition to our school.

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Fatiha Ototess, Nursery Assistant Teacher

Mrs. Fafa is a nurturing and passionate assistant teacher who brings warmth, patience, and kindness to the Chenilles classroom each day. She supports the children with genuine care, helping them feel safe, confident, and valued while fostering their curiosity and love of learning.

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Khadija Abdelkebir, Assistant-teacher in the 2 Years and 3 Years Old Classroom

Miss Khadija is a very caring and loving teacher in the classroom.

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Moncef Kaci, Head-teacher in the Nursery, Pre-k Classrooms

Moncef is very happy to become a fully qualified preschool teacher by December of 2020. His engagement and motivation make him a great teacher to have in the classroom.

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Tina Urgarte, Assistant-teacher

Miss Tina serves as our assistant teacher, she brings her loving and caring attitude to the classrooms.

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Annie Yi, Teacher

Ms. Annie was one of our first parents with her two boys at SFC since 2016. In 2022, she decided to change career orientation and to become a preschool teacher. She enjoys sharing her love for children through education and daily guidance.

Meet the Admin Team

Our supportive administrative staff who ensure everything runs smoothly

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Claudia Arrigada

Assistant to the Director

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Anais Seddouki

Admissions & Enrollment Assistant admission@sfcpreschool.com

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Maelys Azevedo

Office Administrator

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