Meet Our TEacher

Hi! My name is Ashley Trujillo and I am the teacher at Little Sprouts Learning Garden. Having 12 years of experience working with kids in a variety of environments, my passion for helping all children reach their potential remains rooted in love. Love for children, where the children can be seen, heard, and embraced to support their growth and development. Love for creating community, supporting and empowering each other to build a healthy, respectful world. Love for the earth, honoring nature's flora and fauna and building a life-long love of the natural world.

I received my Bachelor’s degree, with honors, in Child Development from Cal State Northridge with an emphasis on social and emotional development. 

I taught in a preschool for 6 years, was a nanny, ran my own homeschool and worked with an outdoor nature school. In addition to being at Little Sprouts I tutor students in Kindergarten through High school. I tutor a variety of subjects, specializing in literacy, helping students achieve their academic goals and develop a strong sense of self. I tutor how I teach, with a genuine passion for the love of wonder and learning.

 My strong background in child development has been one of my greatest teachers and tools for self-development. I've learned that adults should facilitate and ask questions while the child answers, thus allowing them to be the architect of their own learning and development. When a child is involved in the process it becomes meaningful to them and a sense of ownership develops. This in turn giving them opportunity to build autonomy, connection, courage, and  a foundation for future successes.

I believe in love and respect.

I believe in the power of communication.

I believe in telling the truth.

I believe books are treasure.

I believe in 7 hugs a day.

I believe nature heals.

I believe play is how we learn.

I believe imagination is your super power.

I believe in you!

I'm proud to be a part of Little Sprouts and can't wait to meet you at the garden!