KLA Schools of Sweetwater 18101 State Hwy 71 W Austin, TX

The People Behind the Magic

At KLA Schools of Sweetwater, our educators are the heart of our school. Each teacher brings curiosity, compassion, and a deep respect for childhood into the classroom every day. Guided by the Reggio Emilia philosophy, our staff creates meaningful learning experiences, nurtures strong relationships, and supports every child’s emotional, social, and academic growth. Together, we build a community where children feel seen, valued, and inspired to explore.

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Jeongwon Talkington

Bachelor of Arts in Japanese
Joined KLA in 2022 as an Infant Teacher.

Cristina Gutierrez

Degree in Education as well as Graduate Program in Educational Psychology

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Krystal Goldsmith

Joined KLA in 2023 as an Infant Teacher

Sahiba Mittal

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Degree in Electronics & Electrical Engineering

Sarah Ginnola

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Degree in Industrial Design

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Azadeh Zanchanjian

Bachelor's Degree in Agricultural Machinery

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Elena Blay Ponce

Degree in Library Science and Documentation.

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Cynthia Aguilar

Bachelor's Degree in Primary Education

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McKinzie Matsumoto

Joined KLA in 2025

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Ashley Clark

Currently attending college for Pre-Health Science.

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Savanah Galle

Joined KLA in 2024. Loves toddlers and the Reggio Emilia philosophy!

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Austen Mathews

Joined KLA in 2025 with over 10 years of experience working with children. Currently working on her CDA credential.