Lily Morales - Lead Teacher

Hi, I am Lily Morales. I joined UHCCC in September 1987 as an Assistant Teacher. I took early childhood classes, attended workshops and eventually earned a CDA teaching credential. Now I am a Lead Teacher in the Infant/Toddler Program.

Before joining the University's Child Care Center, I participated in Austin High School's internship program with local area elementary schools. After graduating, I enrolled in business school but I felt in my heart that working with children was what I really longed to do. I came to the University of Houston for classes but I had no idea that there was a center on campus for children. Much to my surprise, the Child Care Center was so more than a Day Care. It was a Child Development Center focused on creating a quality place for children to learn and grow. With this revelation, I choose to make UHCCC my home. I am fortunate to have found my career for life – teaching, nurturing and caring for young children, the most wonderful job in the world.

When I am not at the Center I enjoy photography, arts and crafts and spending time with family and friends.

Jennifer Palma - Lead Teacher

Hi, I am Jennifer Palma, Lead Teacher for the Infant/Toddler Program. I have been a part of the University of Houston Child Care Center since 2003. I graduated from the University of Houston in 2004 with a Bachelors of Science in Human Development/Family Studies and left the Center for a while but I could not stay away, so I came back in January 2005.

After completing my degree and returning to UHCCC, I realized that to work with children was a dream come true and that I had chosen the right degree and the right place to do so. My experiences at the Child Care Center have been wonderful; it is a joy to work with the children. I have learned so much from my peers and I am still learning. UHCCC is a great place and I plan on being here for a long time.

When I am not at the Center, I enjoy reading, writing, playing tennis, being with my family and friends, arts/crafts and traveling. Also, I am working on my Master’s Degree in Psychology.

Bijoli Saha - Lead Teacher

Hello, I am Bijoli Saha. I came to United States in October 1988 from India. Since my childhood, I dreamed that I would always work with children. I am happy that I got the opportunity to follow my dreams, teach children and make a difference in the life of a young child. I love my work with children and the children also love me.

I completed my Early Childhood Education at San Jacinto College and earned a CDA teaching credential. I have been in the field of Early Childhood Education since then. In July of 2003 I joined UHCCC as a Lead Teacher in the Infant/Toddler Program.

When I am not at the Center working with the children, I love to do oil painting, gardening, and cooking.

Angie DelMoral - Lead Teacher

Hello I am Maria De Los Angeles Del Moral, also know as Ms. Angie. I came to America in 1982 from Mexico. I have a daughter and a son.

I started working with children in 1991, after taking early childhood classes. I earned a CDA teaching credential in 1995 and worked for AVANCE. Then I worked for the Pasadena Independent School District teaching children ages 12 to 18 months. I transferred to UHCCC in July of 2003 as an Assistant Teacher. Now, I am an Associate Teacher in the Infant/Toddler Program. I am very happy to be here and I love working with children.

Yadira Quintanilla - Lead Teacher

Hello, I am Yadira Quintanilla mother of two girls, Yadi Nathalie and Hannah Isabella. I grew up in Mexico and moved to the United States in 1994. I began working at UHCCC in January 1999 as an Assistant Teacher and was then promoted to an Associate Teacher. Now, I am a Lead Teacher in the Infant/Toddler Program. I have always loved children and wanted to be a teacher. Since I joined UHCCC, I have earned a CDA teaching credential and attended many early childhood education trainings and workshops. My goal is to further my studies and to specialize in Early Childhood Education. It is a pleasure for me to work at the Child Care Center and watch children become more and more independent as they grow. We have a good team and great administrative staff. Plus we are all focused on providing the best possible environment for the children!

Sharon Robinson - Associate Teacher

Hello, I am Sharon an Associate Teacher in the Infant/Toddler Program. I have fifteen years of child care experience. I have an Associates Degree in Early Childhood and Administration.  I enjoy working with children and was very excited to become a part of the UHCCC team.

When I am not working, I am usually on a lake fishing. I enjoy spending time with my family and my Chihuahua who I consider my child.

Virginia Gonzalez - Associate Teacher

Hi, I am Virginia Gonzalez, an Associate Teacher in the Infant/Toddler Program. I first came to the United States in 1980 from Monterrey , NL Mexico where I was born and raised. I am married and have been blessed with four daughters.

I have plenty of experience working with children. I worked in the Pasadena Independent School District for 11 years before joining UHCCC. I enjoy working with children and it is a pleasure to work at the UH Child Care Center . I recently earned a CDA teaching credential and I continue to take early childhood training and classes.

Maria Cardoza - Assistant Teacher

Hello, I am Maria Cardoza. I am married, a mother of three children and a grandmother of six children. I have been working at UHCCC since 1997 as an Assistant Teacher in the Infant/Toddler program.

Vanessa Moran - Assistant Teacher

Hello I am Vanessa L. Moran.  I was born in El Salvador, C.A. and I moved to Houston when I was 5 years old with my two older brothers.  I am married and have three children.

I have always worked with children, even before I came to work at UHCCC.  Now I am an Assistant Teacher in the Infant/Toddler Program.  I enjoy every minute that I am working with the children.

Currently, I am completing my CDA teaching credential and I hope to someday become a Lead Teacher. 

Marquita Walker - Assistant Teacher

Hello, my name is Marquita M. Walker; I am an Assistant Teacher for the Infant/Toddler Program. I think the Child Care Center is an ideal work environment for me.  During my time here I have participated in Early Childhood Development training and I am currently pursuing a degree in Pediatric Nursing.  In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my husband, two children, and trying new things.  For me, the Child Care Center has been a wonderful journey of exploring the vast knowledge of early childhood development and I am delighted to be a part of it.