Meet our team
At Joyful Journeys, our team members are more than just educators; they are passionate advocates for early childhood development. Each member is deeply committed to our mission of nurturing growth, inspiring curiosity, and building strong foundations for every child. We believe in the power of play-based learning and personalized attention, and our team embodies this philosophy daily. With genuine love and care for children, our educators create a warm, supportive, and stimulating environment where each child can thrive and develop a lifelong love for learning.
Ms. dionna perkins
Founder/Director
Ms. Dionna brings 18+ years of early childhood education experience as the Founder & Director of both Divine Nurture Family Childcare and Joyful Journeys Early Learning Center & Preschool, combining a B.A. in Child Development with visionary, hands-on leadership that builds thriving programs and genuine community for every family she serves.
ms. lois
Lead Preschool Teacher
Ms. Lois brings years of proven leadership as a Site Supervisor and Lead Teacher across multiple preschool settings along with an Associate degree in Early Childhood Education and a Child Development Teacher Permit. Her steady, take-charge presence keeps classrooms running smoothly while children feel safe, engaged, and cared for.
Language(s): English
Ms. Jessica
Lead Preschool Teacher
Ms. Jessica holds a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education and brings hands-on experience with daily classroom life, paired with a warm, family-first communication style that helps every child and parent feel welcomed.
Language(s): English, Spanish
Ms. Tiaira
Lead Toddler Teacher
Ms. Tiaira holds a California Child Development Teacher Permit and an Associate of Science in Early Childhood Education, bringing several years of inclusive classroom experience supporting children birth through age five with a steady, compassionate approach that helps every learner feel safe and supported.
Language(s): English
Ms. Shardinei
Assistant Toddler Teacher
Ms. Shardinei a Kinesiology major, with a minor in Early Childhood Studies at Sonoma State and brings hands-on classroom experience including curriculum planning, and supporting children with diverse learning needs. Her adaptable, service-minded energy shows up in everything from the classroom to her volunteer coaching.
Language(s): English
Ms. Leslie
Lead Infant Teacher
Ms. Leslie brings hands-on experience guiding students through structured, supportive learning environments, bringing a patient, relationship-first approach that helps every child feel encouraged both academically and emotionally while fostering growth in children and supporting families.
Language(s): English, Tagalog
Ms. Annalee
Assistant Teacher
Ms. Annalee has spent several years as a Teacher Aide bringing hands-on classroom experience from infant care to potty training to lesson planning along with a warm, bilingual presence that helps children and families feel understood and cared for.
Language(s): English, Spanish
Ms. Amanda
Assistant Teacher
Ms. Amanda brings over a decade of childcare experience including direct classroom support, infant and toddler care, and one-on-one work with children of all ages and abilities. She brings a genuine, can-do positivity that creates a warm and welcoming environment for every child.
Language(s): English
Ms. Jennie
Assistant/Float Teacher
A dedicated and reliable caregiver that focuses on the child, and supports the family along the way.
Language(s): English, Tagalog, spanish