Resources

Food Service

We participate in the Child Care Food Program (CCFP) which helps child care facilities implement best practices to ensure children have access to a variety of nutritious foods for healthy growth and development.

Lunch Menu

View our sample meal calendar featuring nutritious and balanced breakfast, lunch, and snack options over a 5-week rotation.

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School Calendar

Stay informed about important dates and events, including holidays and closures, throughout the school year.

2025-26 Calendar

2026-27 Calendar

Meet Our Team

Jennifer Riddick
Oakleaf ELC Director

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Director’s Credentials
B.S. Elementary Education degree
Staff Credentials
DCF trained

With 20 years of experience in education, Jen brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to
TCA Oakleaf. Jen has a vision and passion for both early education and Christian education.
She feels honored to have the opportunity to bring both of her passions together for families in
the Oakleaf community. She is dedicated to leading her staff as they seek to lay a strong biblical and academic foundation for every child. As the Director, Jen seeks to provide a physically and emotionally safe environment for every child. It is the desire of Jen’s heart that parents can
enroll their children in the TCA Oakleaf program with confidence in knowing that they are loved,
well cared for, and encouraged to reach their unique God-given potential.

Katy Harry
Assistant Director

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DCF trained

Katy has many years of experience working with young children in a variety of classroom settings. Katy has strong organizational skills. Katy has a passion to teach little ones that they are important to God and they are loved unconditionally by Him. As the Early Learning Center’s Assistant Director, Katy is able to merge her skill sets and passions. Katy is able to assist classroom teachers as they seek to provide high quality, faith based childcare. She is also able to assist in developing and implementing program policies for the day to day operations of the early learning center. Katy seeks to demonstrate the love of Jesus to every child and family at TCA Oakleaf.

Sonia Montijo
Infant & One-Year-Old Teacher

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DCF trained

Sonia is a nurturing, and dedicated infant & one year old teacher who brings patience and joy to the classroom each day. With a deep love for children and a heart for ministry, she creates a safe and comforting environment where each baby is cared for with tenderness and respect.
Sonia incorporates gentle routines, early developmental activities, and faith-based values into her daily interactions, helping little ones feel secure while beginning to experience God’s love through care and connection. She is grateful to partner with families in supporting each child’s growth during these precious early months.

Lydia Hill
One-Year-Old Teacher

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DCF trained

Lydia is a passionate one-year-old teacher who brings energy, kindness, and patience to the classroom. She loves guiding toddlers as they begin to explore their world, encouraging curiosity, independence, and confidence through play and structured activities. With a focus on gentle guidance and consistent routines, Lydia creates a safe, engaging environment where children can learn and grow. She incorporates simple faith-based lessons through songs, stories, and everyday interactions. Lydia values partnering with families and feels blessed to support each child during this exciting stage of development.

Kimberly Combs
Classroom Assistant

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DCF trained

Kimberly is a classroom assistant with a gentle spirit and a strong commitment to nurturing each child in a loving, faith-centered environment. She enjoys supporting babies through their earliest
milestones, offering attentive care, soothing routines, and meaningful interactions that promote growth and security. Through songs, conversations, and everyday moments, Kimberly reflects
God’s love in the classroom. She values building trusting relationships with families and feels honored to play a role in each child’s early development.

Silina Del Rosario
Afternoon Caregiver

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DCF trained

Silina is a dedicated afternoon caregiver who approaches each day with a calm presence and a heart for serving others. She strives to create a loving classroom where babies are comforted, engaged, and supported in their earliest stages of life. By focusing on individualized care, sensory exploration, and consistent routines, she helps each child build trust and confidence.
Silina weaves faith into daily experiences through gentle words, loving actions, and moments of praise. She values strong communication with families and feels blessed to care for their little ones.

Makenna Counts
Afternoon Classroom Helper

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DCF training in progress

Makenna is an afternoon classroom helper who brings a calm and caring presence to the classroom. She enjoys assisting with daily transitions, engaging children in quiet play and activities, and helping maintain a structured, peaceful end to the day. Makenna contributes to our faith-based environment by modeling kindness, patience, and gentle encouragement in her interactions with children and staff. She values being part of a team that supports early learning. It is her desire that each child feel safe, happy, and cared for as they finish their day.

Ohana Brown
Afternoon Caregiver

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DCF training in progress

Ohana is a loving and nurturing afternoon caregiver. She brings warmth, creativity, and organization to the classroom. She enjoys helping young children discover new skills as they grow in confidence, communication, and independence. Through engaging play, hands-on activities, and consistent daily routines, she hopes to create a supportive environment where each child can thrive. Ohana shares her faith through gentle guidance, uplifting songs, and positive interactions that reflect love and compassion. She is grateful for the opportunity to partner with families and nurture each child.

Trinity Marshall
Afternoon Helper

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DCF trained

Trinity is a caring and energetic helper in the afternoons. She brings a gentle, supportive presence to each day. She enjoys assisting with daily routines, engaging toddlers in play, and helping create a safe, happy environment where little ones can explore and grow. With a heart for little learners, Trinity reflects her faith through kindness, patience, and encouraging interactions. She values being part of a team that nurtures each child’s development and feels blessed to support both teachers and families as they lay the foundation for early learning.

Naomi Sasser
Two-Year-Old Teacher

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DCF trained

Naomi is a two-year-old teacher who brings enthusiasm, patience, and a faith-centered focus to the classroom. She enjoys guiding children through this busy stage of growth, helping them build language skills, social connections, and independence. Through hands-on activities, structured play, and consistent routines, Naomi creates a positive environment where toddlers feel confident to explore and learn. She shares her faith through kind words, songs, and everyday moments that demonstrate God’s love for children. Naomi values strong partnerships with families and is grateful to support each child during this important stage of development.

Peyton Kirk
Classroom Assistant

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DCF training in progress

Peyton is a supportive classroom assistant who brings patience and a joyful spirit to the learning environment. She enjoys helping with daily routines, encouraging positive behavior, and engaging children in play and learning activities. Peyton helps create a calm, organized classroom where toddlers feel safe, loved, and understood as they grow in independence. She demonstrates kindness and gentle guidance as she helps children develop positive interactions with peers. Peyton is thankful to be part of a team that lays a foundation for life-long learning.

Allyson Snead
Afternoon Caregiver

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DCF trained
Allyson is a caring and dependable afternoon caregiver who brings a calm, encouraging presence to the classroom. She enjoys guiding children through their afternoon routines with patience, structure, and plenty of positive reinforcement. Allyson supports learning through play-based activities that strengthen social skills, communication, and independence in a nurturing environment. She is grateful for the opportunity to serve families and help each child end their day feeling safe, valued, and loved.

Kylie Moore
Afternoon Caregiver

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DCF trained

Kylie is an afternoon caregiver who brings a steady, caring presence to the end of the day. She enjoys assisting with transitions, engaging children in calm activities, and helping maintain a peaceful, structured environment where toddlers can feel secure and content. She values being part of a team that nurtures early development and is grateful to support both teachers and families as children wind down their day in a positive, loving space.

Katie Chirinos
Two- & Three-Year-Old Teacher

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DCF trained

Katie is a bilingual teacher in our two- and three-year-old classroom who brings warmth, energy, and a heart for early childhood education. She enjoys helping young children grow in language, social skills, and independence through hands-on, play-based learning in a nurturing, faith-centered environment. With the ability to communicate in both English and Spanish, Katie helps create an inclusive classroom where all children feel seen, understood, and valued. She weaves faith into daily routines through kindness, encouragement, and simple moments of praise. Katie is excited to partner with families and support each child’s growth academically,
socially, and spiritually.

Jedlie Dorcely
Classroom Assistant

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DCF trained

Jedlie is a classroom assistant who brings a calm, caring, and supportive presence to the learning environment. She enjoys helping with daily routines, potty training, and classroom management. She helps encourage children as they build independence and social skills. Jedlie helps create a positive, faith-based classroom where toddlers feel safe, respected, and loved as they learn and grow. Jedlie is grateful to be part of a team that partners with families during this
important stage of early learning.

Aniya Daniels
Afternoon Caregiver

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DCF training in progress

Aniya is an afternoon caregiver who brings enthusiasm, patience, and a growing passion for early childhood education. She enjoys supporting children as they explore, play, and develop important social and emotional skills. Aniya is currently working toward becoming a teacher and is eager to continue learning and growing in the field. She helps create a calm, structured afternoon routine where children feel safe, valued, and encouraged.

Dasia Oliver
Three-Year-Old Lead Teacher

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DCF trained
Masters in education

Dasia is a lead teacher in our three-year-old classroom with a Master’s degree in Education. She brings professional expertise and a faith-centered approach to supporting young learners during the early years of development. Dasia designs engaging, play-based learning
experiences that foster independence, early literacy, social skills, and a love of learning. She creates a warm, structured classroom environment where children feel safe, respected, and encouraged to grow. She models kindness and patience in her daily interactions. Dasia is honored to partner with families and support each child’s growth academically, socially, and spiritually.

Maritza Arroyo
Classroom Assistant

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DCF trained

Maritza is a classroom assistant with years of experience in early childhood education. She brings a caring, dependable presence to the classroom and enjoys supporting both teachers and children of all ages. Maritza helps create a positive, faith-based environment where children feel safe, encouraged, and excited to learn through play and exploration. She has a passion for teaching children about Jesus. She takes joy in building relationships with the children and supporting their growing independence and social development.

Katana Hill
Afternoon Caregiver

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DCF training in progress

Katana is an afternoon caregiver who brings creativity and warmth to the classroom. She especially enjoys planning and leading hands-on craft activities that encourage imagination, fine motor development, and self-expression in young children. Katana enjoys connecting bible stories with fun, engaging crafts and activities. She takes pride in helping children end their day with meaningful, engaging experiences.

Silke Heavener
VPK Teacher

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DCF trained
CDA credentials

Silke is a dedicated VPK teacher who creates a warm, engaging, and faith-centered classroom. Silke has a heart to see children grow and reach their God given potential. She is known for building strong, caring relationships with her students and fostering a joyful environment that makes each child feel valued and included. Through hands-on learning experiences, structured routines, and creative activities, Silke helps prepare children for kindergarten while nurturing their confidence and independence. Silke considers it a privilege to lay both the academic and spiritual foundation for her students.

Christy Schierbaum
VPK Teacher

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DCF trained
CDA credentials

Christy is a highly creative VPK teacher who brings imagination and energy to the classroom each day. She designs engaging, hands-on learning experiences that spark curiosity and make learning fun and meaningful for every child. Through art, storytelling, interactive centers, and purposeful play, Christy encourages children to think creatively, solve problems, and express themselves with confidence. She fosters a warm, structured environment where students feel safe, inspired, and supported. Guided by her faith, Christy models kindness, patience, and encouragement. She is honored to partner with families in preparing children for a successful transition to kindergarten.

Laney Riddick
VPK Afternoon Caregiver

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DCF trained

Laney is a VPK afternoon caregiver who brings energy, creativity, and a positive attitude to the classroom each day. She enjoys supporting teachers and engaging with children through play, conversation, and daily routines. Laney has a special interest in planning themed activities that make afternoons fun, interactive, and meaningful for the children. Through her kindness and enthusiasm, Laney contributes to a joyful classroom atmosphere and values the opportunity to grow in the field of early education. She is excited to partner with teachers and families to prepare the students for kindergarten.

Debbie Freeman
VPK Classroom Assistant

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DCF trained

Debbie is a VPK classroom assistant with a genuine love for children of all ages. She brings flexibility, patience, and a warm, caring presence wherever she is needed each day. Debbie takes joy in building connections with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers alike, helping to create a consistent and nurturing, faith-based environment across classrooms. She assists with daily routines, engages children in learning and play, and supports teachers in maintaining a positive
atmosphere. Debbie loves to read and sing songs that teach children about the love of Jesus. It is her desire to plant the seeds of God’s love in the hearts of our little ones.

Robin Humphries
Support Staff

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DCF trained

Robin has many years of experience working in early education both in the classroom and in the cafeteria. Robin is a valued member of our team. She is responsible for food preparation and distribution throughout the center. With a strong commitment to safety, cleanliness, and care, she ensures that meals and snacks are prepared and delivered in a timely and organized manner each day. Robin takes pride in supporting the well-being of every child and staff member by helping provide nutritious meals. She approaches her work with reliability, attention to detail, and a heart for service.

Lindsay Moore
Afternoon Supervisor

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DCF trained

Lindsay serves as both the afternoon supervisor and a key member of our facility support team, ensuring the center remains clean, organized, and welcoming each day. She takes pride in maintaining a safe and well-kept environment where children and staff can thrive. In her supervisory role, Lindsay helps oversee afternoon operations, supports staff as needed, lends a hand in classrooms, and ensures that daily routines run smoothly. She approaches her work with reliability, attention to detail, and a caring, faith-based mindset. Lindsay is committed to creating a positive atmosphere where families feel confident in the care provided for their little ones.

Toni Cook
Classroom Assistant

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DCF training in progress

Toni is an energetic and nurturing classroom assistant. She brings warmth, reliability, and compassion to the classroom while supporting both teachers and children across all age groups. Toni is passionate about fostering a positive environment where children feel secure, valued, and eager to learn through play and discovery. She especially
enjoys teaching children about Jesus and helping them grow in their faith. Building meaningful connections with the children is one of her greatest joys, as she encourages their independence, confidence, and social-emotional development.

Jill Counts
Afternoon Caregiver

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DCF training in progress

Jill is an afternoon caregiver who provides loving, attentive care for little ones in a safe and nurturing environment. She enjoys creating a warm classroom where young children feel secure, supported, and encouraged as they learn and grow. Through play, daily routines, and meaningful interactions, she helps each child develop confidence and independence while sharing God’s love and kindness throughout the day.

Kiersten Cross
Enhancement Teacher

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DCF training in progress

Kiersten is our enhancement teacher. She creates joyful, engaging learning experiences that nurture the whole child. Through music, Spanish, art, STEM, Bible, and PE, she encourages students to explore, create, move, and grow in their faith. Her passion is helping young children discover their God-given gifts while building confidence, curiosity, and a love for learning

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