Our Teachers

Kimberly Orloff

2’s Class Lead Teacher, 3’s Class Assistant Teacher

Kimberly holds a Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education from the University of Hawaii. She develops her play-based curriculum according to the developmental needs of her students. She incorporates learning through hands-on materials and experiences. Kimberly has taught preschool and kindergarten in Virginia, Hawaii, Florida and Maryland.  She has worked as a Training and Curriculum Specialist and a Researcher for the Open Doors Program. Kimberly volunteers at her church as a Sunday School teacher. She and her husband Conrad live in Columbia with their two children, Julia and Emma.

Amy Gallagher

3’s Class Lead Teacher, 2’s Class Assistant Teacher

Amy has been a part of the LNS community since 2011. She holds a Master’s Degree in Education with an emphasis in Mathematics. While a student, she spent summers teaching at preschools and camps. She has 11 years combined teaching experience at the kindergarten, second, and fourth grade levels. She and her husband Ryan live in Columbia with their two children, Ian and Jaden.

Theresa Bobier

4’s Class Lead Teacher

Theresa has a bachelor of Liberal Studies and Elementary Education from Longwood University. She has taught Pre-K through 4th grade in Virginia and Germany.  She has been a part of the LNS community since 2011, and served on the LNS Board of Directors for 3 years.  Theresa lives in Columbia with her husband and their two children, Tommy and Emma.

Lajaei West

4’s Class Teacher

Lajaei went to college as a student-athlete in California and has an associates degree in Liberal Arts and Science. It’s been two years since she’s moved to Maryland. After moving here she worked as a “fitness coach” for children ages 2-5 years old to introduce them to physical activities/fitness at a young age. This is Lajaei’s first year in the LNS community and she’s excited to be a part of many educational journeys. She is a Dog Mom and lives in Columbia with her girlfriend and family.

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