Manuela Patterson- Director
Mrs. Manuela began her journey in early childhood almost 10 years ago. She has over 4 years of experience being a daycare director. Her goal is to create a safe, positive, loving and Christian environment where our staff and students get to build secure connections and emotional bonds.
Manuela married her husband 7 years ago. They have 3 children and 2 dogs. They are currently members of St. Joseph Catholic Church. Mrs. Manuela enjoys spending her free time shopping, traveling and spending time with her friends and family. Manuela is fluent in both English and Spanish.
Rachel Rackley- Assistant Director
Rachel is new to the childcare industry but brings in multiple years of management experience. She works on all of the behind-the-scenes duties that go on within the office. She looks forward to getting to know the parents and students and build different bonds with each and every one of them.
Rachel is a loving and caring mother to a sweet 2-year-old little boy. She enjoys spending her free time going to the movies, hanging out with family, and shopping at Target
Desiree Mendoza- Office Assistant/ Food program coordinator
Desiree brings 2 years of childcare experience but holds an educational background in early childhood. Desiree works hard the helps coordinate and plan almost all of our exciting activities, and events that happen here at the center. She helps ensure that all the children at the center receive the proper nutrition they need.
Desiree is a dedicated mother to 4 girls. She enjoys spending time at the cheer gym supporting her girls. She LOVES hot foods and monster energy drinks.
Ms. Sydney - Lead Infant One Teacher
Sydney is new to the childcare industry but has strived to be the best teacher she can be. She is currently attending culinary school and anticipate graduating in 2025. She is very passionate about her position here at redeemer. She enjoys watching all the babies achieve their milestones and loves being a part of the babies growing journey.
Sydney is currently engaged. On her free time, she enjoys shopping, baking, singing, and spending time with family and friends.
Ms. Valerie - Co-Lead Infant 2 Teacher
Ms. Valerie was born and raised in Mount belvieu. she has four years of experience working with all different ages and backgrounds. As a young child she has always wanted to be a teacher as has the natural affinity for children. The student’s curiosity and eagerness to learn inspires her every day.
Valerie on her free time enjoys making new memories with family and friends and also enjoys travelling and seeing different places.
Ms. Sujeily- Co-Lead Infant 2 Teacher
Sujeily has worked in childcare for over three years now. She enjoys watching all her students achieve huge milestones and accomplish new goals every day. She shows a lot of patience’s, love and kindness to her students and is always willing to lend a helping hand when asked. Sujeily is currently engaged and will be getting married next November. On her free time, she enjoys going out with family and friends. She also loves spending time with her fiancé and trying new restaurants.
Ms. Hannah - Lead Toddler Teacher
Ms. Hannah graduated from GCM and is currently enrolled in college to obtain her early childhood degree! She is a member of our very own Redeemer Lutheran Church. Her favorite thing about working for our childcare center is getting to bond with all the infants and build an unbreakable bond.
Some of her favorites include spending time with family, reading, creating art and going on walks.
Ms. Stephania - Co-Lead Pre-school 1 Teacher
Mrs. Stephania is originally from New York and has recently moved to Texas. She has worked in childcare for a little over 2 years now and has really enjoyed it. She loves learning all the students’ different personalities and engaging in different ways with them. Stephania is very passionate and dedicated to all her students.
She is a loving mother to a 4-year-old little girl. On her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends, trying new foods, and exploring the outdoors.
Mrs. Giovanna - Co-Lead Pre-school 1 Teacher
Giovanna was born and raised in Houston, Texas. She has worked in childcare for two years now and has strived in very aspect. She demonstrates so much patience, love, and care for all her students. She enjoys meeting all her students’ needs and encouraging them to succeed more and more every day.
Giovanna is married to her high school sweetheart and is a loving mother to Three daughters and one son. She enjoys cooking, spending time with her family and friends, and watching movies.
Ms. Celine- Lead Pre-School 2 Teacher
Celine has been in childcare for a little over two years now. She has surprised herself with the capabilities that she has to be an amazing teacher. She works hard to ensure that all her kids are reaching their full potential and encourages them daily.
She is a loving mother to two children, which both attend RLCC. On her free time she enjoys going out with friends and spending time with her family. Celine also enjoys trying new places and new foods. She loves coffee and anything spice.
Ms. Lexxi-Lead Pre-k 3 teacher
Ms. Lexxi has been working in childcare for a little over two years now. She has a passion for teaching and strives to give her students the best experience possible. Lexxi enjoys learning all the students’ personalities and adjusting her curriculum to meet every child’s need. She enjoys building unique relationships with every one of her students.
Ms. Lexxi is a mother to a loving1 year-old son that attend RLCC. On her free time, she enjoys pampering herself, shopping, spending time with her family and friends.
Mrs. Raeleigh - Lead Pre-k 4 Teacher
Raeleigh graduated with her bachelor’s degree in exercise and sports science from the University of Texas. While stationed in Japan with her husband Raeleigh started working in childcare and has continued her journey here at Redeemer. Her passion, dedication, and loving personality has made her into the amazing teacher she is today. She works hard to ensure that the classroom curriculum she provides her students meets all of their educational need. Raeleigh looks forward to seeing all her student every day.
She is married to her high school sweetheart and together they have a sweet 2-year-old son. On her free time, she enjoys to organize, bake, and most importantly spend time with her family.