Meet the One Hope Team!
Beverly Folts - Director
With over 7 years as a director and 26 years of experience in nurturing children from infancy through young adulthood, Ms. Beverly is dedicated to creating a supportive and enriching environment at One Hope Preschool. Her passion for working with children drives her commitment to their growth and development. Currently pursuing her Child Development Associate (CDA) credential, Ms. Beverly believes in the importance of lifelong learning. Outside of her professional life, she enjoys quality time with her family and finds joy in visiting the beach.
Elaine Clinard - Director of Admissions and Staff
Ms. Elaine brings over 30 years of experience in Early Childhood Education to One Hope Preschool. She attended Bradford School of Business, holds a Director's License, and is CDA certified, demonstrating her dedication to continuous professional development. Throughout her career, Ms. Elaine has served as an in-home nanny, a preschool teacher for all age groups, and a childcare coordinator. Married with two grown boys, Ms. Elaine enjoys spending time with her family and listening to music. In the preschool setting, she loves singing with the children, being silly, and watching them grow and learn as they interact with each other and their teachers. She believes the smiles and laughter from the little ones are the best part of the job—a true blessing! Ms. Elaine's joyful personality is contagious, making her an invaluable part of the One Hope team.
Mr. Billy - Enrichment
Mr. Billy brings his love for all things STEM to One Hope. With a Bachelor's degree in Geology from the University of Houston and 12 years of experience at Western Geophysical, Mr. Billy is a highly skilled and knowledgeable role model. In addition to his professional background, he has been teaching Sunday School for several years and is an active member of the Christian Education committee. As a life-long scout and the BSA Scoutmaster for Troop #549 for over 40 years, he has a passion for working with children and helping them have fun while learning. We are grateful to have Mr. Billy on our team and look forward to the positive impact he will continue to have on our school and students.
Ms. Rachel - Leap Frogs Class Teacher & Technology Specialist
Ms. Rachel is our Pre-K Teacher and Technology Specialist, and has over 11 years of experience in the classroom. She attended Sam Houston State University where she received her Bachelors of Science in Education, and earned her certification to teach Early Childhood through 6th Grade in Texas. She also has her English as a Second Language certification, and spent 5 years working with ESL students in Alief ISD where she developed a passion for helping young children grow and develop the foundational skills needed to be successful in upper elementary school and beyond. She loves inspiring creativity in the children she works with. We are so glad to have her with us.
Ms. Karlie - Zebras Class Co-Teacher & Curriculum Specialist
Ms. Karlie has been working in childcare with all ages for 13 years, and has taught Sunday School at church for many years. Karlie is CDA Certified and holds a director's license. Although she doesn't have any children of her own, she claims the kids of the school as her babies. The things Ms. Karlie loves most about working with children are watching them grow, learn, and being the light of Jesus in their lives. Her hobbies include playing piano, crafting, reading, and spending time with family. Ms. Karlie is a shining light at One Hope.
Ms. Yessica - Toucans Class Co-Teacher
Ms. Yessica has over 7 years of experience working with young children. Currently undertaking her CDA courses, she is committed to furthering her knowledge and skills to benefit our students. She enjoys engaging with the children through arts and crafts activities, helping them achieve their developmental milestones and witnessing their growth. Ms. Yessica is a mother of three and loves spending quality time with her family while enjoying outdoor activities such as camping and soccer. She is a constant source of positive energy and maintains a consistently upbeat attitude, bringing smiles to everyone around her. We're so glad to have her with us brightening our days!
Ms. Angie - Pandas Class Co-Teacher
Ms. Angie has over 6 years of experience working with children in a childcare setting. She enjoys working with the younger children, and watching them grow and meet their milestones. Her favorite thing about teaching is providing the children in her care with opportunities to express their creativity. Ms. Angie has completed her Infant Toddler CDA courses and is working on getting her certification. She has 4 wonderful children of her own, and enjoys spending quality time with her family. Ms. Angie's attention to schedules and routines shines through in her students' confidence, making her a valuable member of our team.
Ms. Ruby - Zebras Class Co-Teacher
With more than 7 years of experience working with young children, Ms. Ruby brings an abundance of wisdom and expertise to our school. Her greatest satisfaction comes from providing a safe and nurturing space for children to learn and grow. She is particularly fond of reading with her students during story time, and sharing her passion for literacy with them. When not at school, Ms. Ruby enjoys spending quality time with her family and indulging in a good book. We are delighted to have Ms. Ruby as part of our team.
Ms. Susanna - Assistant Teacher
Ms. Susanna is a highly experienced educator who has worked with children ranging from infants to school-age for over 11 years. With a deep passion for observing children as they learn and grow, Ms. Susanna finds great joy in witnessing those "lightbulb" moments when they grasp a new concept. She is particularly drawn to the whimsical nature of young children and relishes the opportunity to see the world through their eyes, where everything is wondrous and magical. In her free time, Ms. Susanna enjoys a range of hobbies including dancing, music, gardening, writing, reading, and studying American Sign Language. We are so fortunate to have Ms. Susanna as a member of our team!
"Our family is so appreciative of the administrators and teachers that make this preschool such a loving, safe environment. We are blessed our son has had so much love and intentionality invested in him over the past almost 2 years. They work well as a team, and communicate well with parents."
- Corbett P
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