My professional journey began in 2008 when I worked as a Student Teacher at the University of Houston Children’s Learning Centers. I quickly elevated from Student Teacher to Student Manager and led my first team of early educators.

After I completed by Bachelor’s degree at the University of Houston, I moved to Los Angeles to study at the Pacific Oaks College and work with some of the most prominent leaders of the early childhood field. I enjoyed working directly under the Pacific Oak’s Director of Education as a Research Assistant. After earning my M.A. in Early Childhood Development, I moved back home to study at Texas Woman’s University. There, I earned a Ph.D. in Early Childhood Development and Education. While attending Texas Woman’s University, I supervised an Early Head Start/Head Start center, and it was there that I realized my passion for coaching parents in addition to early childhood teachers.

Today, I am a Professor as well as a Certified Parenting Coach, Teacher Trainer and Early Childhood Consultant. For the last 14 years, I have worked with many teachers and families from diverse backgrounds, including all races and social classes. Despite their differences, I have noticed one common goal – every parent and (quality) teacher has a desire to cultivate a better generation. Whether it be a focus on children’s emotional intelligence, cultural awareness or self-confidence, parents and teachers are committed to helping our next generation experience better and be better.

To increase diversity and access to Black-owned resources, I created ModernJoi. Our mission is to provide parents and professionals with modern evidence-based support, in the form of coaching and training, to help them effectively cultivate the next generation. My team is committed to providing quality service that is impactful and long-lasting.