Hi! I'm Mrs. Lauren!
Hello! My name is Lauren Tijerina. I am the owner and instructor of Little STEM Club.  The passion I have for children and teaching has led me here today! I am so excited to get to know your young learners and explore the world of STEM together. Here’s a little bit about myself and my background.
I grew up in San Antonio, TX and I am a die hard Spurs fan!  I attended and graduated from the University of Texas at San Antonio with my BA in Interdisciplinary Studies. I moved to Austin to complete my student teaching and was a teacher for Round Rock Independent School District for six years as a first grade teacher at Chandler Oaks Elementary School, an IB World School. In 2021 we decided to move back home and have now settled in Boerne. I have been married for 8 years and I am a mom to a spunky little guy named JD and a sweet little girl named Isabella.Â
A little about my professional background as an educator. I started my career working with children when I was a teenager with babysitting and then being a nanny. Throughout college I spent 4 years working at two different daycares and was lucky enough to work with 2-4 year olds. I hold multiple certifications, Generalist for early childhood through sixth grade, English as a Second Language for early childhood through twelfth grade, Special Education for early childhood through twelfth grade, and Gifted and Talented. I also have six years experience as an International Baccalaureate educator of the Primary Years Programme. Following my time as an elementary educator I opened and operated my own licensed in-home preschool, Lasting Learners Academy, for 3-5 year olds from August 2018 – December 2020.
Mission
At Little STEM Club, our mission is to ignite a lasting passion for STEM by providing engaging content, hands-on experiences, and a nurturing community.
Vision
Empowering the future generation to excel in STEM, Little STEM Club envisions a world where every child is a confident, curious, and innovative problem solver, making a positive impact on our evolving society.Â
“My child has had an unforgettable time exploring the fascinating world of science through Little Stem Club. Through her well thought out monthly programming, Lauren has provided a perfect balance of education and fun. The hands-on experiments and engaging activities have ignited my child's passion for science and learning. I highly recommend Little Stem Club to any parent looking to provide their child with a unique and enriching science experience. My child's enthusiasm for science has skyrocketed and his knowledge gained will undoubtedly have a lasting impact.
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“My husband and I were thrilled with the STEM enrichment class our son attended, led by Mrs. Lauren with Little STEM Club. Our son couldn't stop raving about how much fun he had in her class. Mrs. Lauren's passion for STEM education made learning an exciting adventure for our child. We're grateful for the positive impact this class has had on our son's enthusiasm for science and technology. We would recommend Little STEM Club to any school and/or parent looking for a fun and educational activity. We can’t wait to purchase our own Little STEM Club kits as a surprise for our kids!
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