Teacher Cecilia founded Bellevue Sunrise Childcare in 2014, starting as a small family childcare and then expanding into more classes and programs as a childcare center. She now is a floating teacher, where she still loves to lead circle time and story time with children in all five classes. Additionally, she is passionate about serving the elderly and so every two months she loves to lead our preschool class to perform at the senior home across the street. Outside of work, teacher Cecilia loves to spend time with her three children: Isaac and Linda who are in high school, and Mary who is in college. She also enjoys playing badminton and going walks with her husband on the weekends.

Teacher Vivi has been with Sunrise Childcare for over two years. She and her husband are proud parents of two children, a 17-year-old daughter and a 13-year-old son. During her time at Sunrise, she has undergone professional early childhood education training. Vivi is deeply inspired by the innocent and joyful words of the children she works with, and she feels rejuvenated and full of energy when interacting with them. Outside of work, Vivi loves spending time in nature, enjoying the beauty of plants and trees, and indulging in good food. She looks forward to continuing to support and nurture the children’s growth with her gentleness, patience, and care!

Teacher Xiaojing is passionate about helping children because she believes they are the future and that she has a responsibility to guide their growth and development. Through this journey, she finds great happiness, joy, and fulfillment. Xiaojing and her husband are proud parents of three children, each with their own unique personalities. Together, they work as a team to nurture and support their children’s education and growth. Outside of work, Xiaojing enjoys a variety of hobbies, including table tennis, road trips, hiking, camping, listening to music, watching movies, photography, and trying new foods!

Teacher Tutu is currently teaching the Little Sun class at Sunrise Childcare. Originally from China, she studied information management before transitioning to early childhood education after moving to the U.S. Inspired by the innocence, curiosity, and creativity of young children, Tutu finds joy in helping them explore, build friendships, and grow as confident learners. As a mother of three, she combines both professional training and personal parenting experience in her teaching. Outside of work, she enjoys crafts and spending time with her family. She has three children, two in elementary school and one in high school. Tutu is excited to be part of the Sunrise team and looks forward to growing alongside the children!

Teacher Duo Duo is currently teaching at Sunrise Childcare. She finds joy and encouragement in the children’s smiles and playfulness which always brighten her day. Duo Duo believes that every child has unique potential, and with the right care and support, they can grow with confidence and joy. She is dedicated to creating a warm and encouraging environment where each child can thrive and feels grateful to walk alongside them in their early years at Sunrise. She has two children, a daughter who is a senior in high school and a son who already graduated and is working.

Teacher Amy is currently teaching the Sunbeam class at Sunrise Childcare. Originally from China, Amy graduated from Dalian Ocean University and worked as a corporate training instructor for two years before moving to Seattle in 2019. With her daughter now attending the University of Washington, Amy is grateful to have more time to invest in the work she loves—early childhood education. Inspired by children’s curiosity, innocence, and endless “whys,” she finds deep joy in exploring age-appropriate activities and supporting each child’s growth through play. Amy believes that education is a journey of mutual learning, trust, and warmth, where children and teachers enrich each other’s lives.

Teacher Sherry is currently teaching at Sunrise Childcare. With a background in engineering, Sherry discovered her true passion in early childhood education, drawn to the pure and joyful world of young children. She believes that with gentle care and loving guidance, children can grow up confident and full of positive energy. Sherry loves spending time playing alongside the children, and their smiles and laughter often warm her heart. She is excited to support each child’s growth and to share many happy moments together at Sunrise. Outside of work she loves spending time with her daughter who just recently graduated college. She enjoys going on vacation with her daughter.

Teacher Xiaoyan is currently teaching at Sunrise Childcare. With a background in advertising design and accounting, Xiaoyan brings creativity and attention to detail into her teaching. After moving to the United States, she discovered her true passion in early childhood education and earned her professional certification in the field. Xiaoyan loves using games, stories, and art activities to spark children’s creativity and curiosity, helping them grow joyfully each day. She is passionate about creating a nurturing and inspiring learning environment and treasures every moment of exploring the world alongside the children at Sunrise. She has two children, one in elementary school and one in high school.

Teacher Jingjing holds a degree in Education from Suzhou University and has four years of teaching experience at a key provincial high school in China. After moving to Seattle for family reasons, she shifted her focus to family life. Jingjing has a son, who is currently in high school, and a daughter, who will be entering middle school this fall. Jingjing believes in a gentle and natural approach to education, respecting the physical and emotional development of children. By aligning with their innate needs and following their developmental rhythm, she aims to guide and accompany children in a way that fosters their physical and emotional well-being, helping them grow and thrive.

Teacher Linda chose to become a preschool teacher because she is inspired by the pure and joyful smiles of children, which remind her of life’s simplest happiness. She finds great delight in their curiosity, which often brings her unexpected surprises. Through accompanying children in their growth, Linda has developed a deeper love for life and a strong passion for nurturing young minds.

As a new Chinese immigrant, Teacher Juanjuan moved to Seattle and settled in Bellevue, where she was deeply impressed by the city’s beauty—both its cultural atmosphere and natural environment. Wanting to contribute meaningfully to her new community, she considered different paths. Although her abilities and language posed some limitations, Juanjuan was determined to give back—whether by serving the elderly or supporting young people. Ultimately, she chose early childhood education, where her language skills became a strength. Through teaching and caring for children, Juanjuan has found a way to contribute with love, dedication, and joy.