Our Staff – Little Bridges

The Little Bridges staff know that this is a very important time for your children. We are here to guide and encourage all children in a positive, Christian atmosphere – where all students can grow developmentally, socially and educationally. Our goal is for each child to know that they are unique, special and loved. We celebrate each child’s distinctive traits and abilities for whom God has made them to be.

Each member of the Little Bridges staff is highly qualified, meeting or exceeding the licensing standards established by the state of California in selected course work as well as experience working with young children. Each staff member is fingerprinted and cleared with Community Care Licensing prior to beginning work in the classroom.

Little Bridges provides a safe and supportive environment where your child can grow and explore. We believe in partnering with parents and truly view all our families here as extended Little Bridges family.

Director

Jacque Kirk

Director

As the Director of Little Bridges, I would like to extend a warm welcome to you. I am so proud of our quality staff and excellent program here. From the infant room to our school age program, our high standards mixed with a loving Christian environment make Little Bridges a very special place!

I have been working with children for over 35 years and education is my passion. I have a Bachelors Degree from Pacific Oaks University in Human Development with an emphasis in Early Childhood Education. I also have a California Teaching Credential for grades kindergarten through 12th grades and have been a teacher in the public school system. I have taught students from preschool to sixth grade and have been a Director for over 25 years.

When not at work, I enjoy working in my yard, watching all sports, traveling around California to wine tasting destinations or staying home to cook using herbs grown in my garden.

I believe in open communication and welcome hearing your opinions and ideas. My goal at Little Bridges is to provide a safe and positive environment for the children and teachers – the type of atmosphere that promotes cooperative learning, perseverance, industry, independence and responsibility.

Here’s to a great school year!

Assistant Director

Kate Largusa

Assistant Director

Hello and welcome to Little Bridges! I may be one of the first faces you see as you walk in, and I will likely always have a big smile to welcome you and your child onto campus.

I have worked at Little Bridges in the office since 2018. In years past I worked as a Peaceful Pandas teacher, Delightful Ducks teacher, and a floater for the school. I have also taught Pre-Kindergarten in Oregon, worked at an in-home childcare setting, and even taught English in Thailand at the elementary level for a period of time. I graduated with my Bachelor of Arts degree in English and Writing from Western Oregon University, and I attended Diablo Valley College for my Early Childhood Education units.

I am a San Ramon native, and now my husband and I live in Castro Valley. We welcomed our first child in July of 2023, you can meet her in the Loving Lambs' class this year. In my spare time I love to go hiking and camping in new places around California, and spend time with Butters, my French Bulldog rescue pup.

It is a true joy to work alongside the incredible staff we have here at Little Bridges. I cannot wait to get to know your family and to be a part of your child's development in these key years.