We are proud of the staff we have assembled. Many of our core full time teachers have been with us for over a decade. We also have a great part-time staff who cover the later afternoons, many of them are studying in a field related to child care.
Mandi Martel, Director
Mandi joined Kids Of The Kingdom as director in March 2024. She has 18 years of experience in child care, from teacher to center director. She is a mother and grandmother. “I enjoy music, time with family, and anything outdoors. I am thrilled to join the KOK family.”
We are excited to have a new leader with exciting ideas for our center. Her email is director@kokcdc.org .
Matika Bailey
I’m one of the AM teachers for the Noah’s Ark (18-24 months) class. I was born and raised in San Marcos with my mom, Rochelle, a teacher for over 20 years, and my dad, Lonnie, an Army veteran. I am the middle child with two sisters, Kanika (older) and Zoey (younger). I’m so grateful for the opportunity to teach your child and watch them grow while they’re in our classroom.
Rochelle Bailey
I’m one of the AM teachers for the Noah’s Ark (18-24 months) class. I was born in San Antonio and raised in San Marcos. I’ve been married to my husband, Lonnie, an army veteran, for over 30 years with 3 beautiful girls, Kanika (oldest), Matika (middle), and Zoey (youngest). I’ve been a part of KOK since 2002 and have worked in childcare for over 20 years. I’m so grateful for the opportunity to teach your child and watch them grow while they’re in our classroom.
Zoey Bailey
I’m the PM teachers for the Miracles (3 years) class and have been with KOK for 4 years. I was born and raised in San Marcos with my mom, Rochelle, a teacher for over 20 years, and my dad, Lonnie, an Army veteran. I am the youngest child with two sisters, Kanika (oldest) and Matika (middle). I’m so grateful for the opportunity to teach your child and watch them grow while they’re in our classroom.
Martha DeLeon
3yr old teacher
I have worked for KOK for 20 yrs.
I am a San Marcos native.
I have 4 grown children and 1 adopted son who is 10. I enjoy spending time with my family, gardening and watching movies.
Renae Hill
Pre-k ( 4s & 5s) teacher. I have worked at KOK for 20 yrs. I have worked in Early childhood education for almost 40 yrs. I enjoy spending time with my only daughter Jennifer and my 2 grandkids Daven ( 21) Taylor ( 17), and I enjoy my numerous kitty cats.
Mary Elisabeth Mclver
I have been working with the babies at KOK for 7 years. I live here in San Marcos with my husband and our 3 cats. We enjoy day trips to places like Wimberley and Fredericksburg, and watching movies. I have loved working with the babies and watching them grow each and every day.
Rosaana Lopez
Hello, I have worked at KOK for 4 months. I love working with the two year old children and we have so much fun learning!
Jaylah Encinas
Part-Time afternoon 3-year-old teacher
I am a Texas State student, I have been at KOK for a little over 2 months. I love to bake, cook, and spend time with my family crafting. I enjoy working with the children of KOK.
Maria Cruz
I have been working at KOK since June 2024. I have been working in ECE for many years. I enjoy spending my time with all of the great kids!
Melanie Garnett
I have been Working at KOK for over a year. I am a teacher in the 12-18 months classroom, we love to do crafts together!