Company Program Director and Co-owner
Alisha Leday
Curriculum-focused education leader building structured early learning that prepares children to enter elementary school on or above level.
Campus
OUR TEAM
Meet the Educators
A leadership team built on structure, safety, and outcomes.
LEADERSHIP
Directors and Administration
Company Facility Director and Co-owner
Tramaine Leday
Operations-driven leader focused on efficiency, campus quality, and safety standards across Gifted.
School Director – Lafayette Campus
Maddie-Morgan Latiolais
Experienced early childhood education leader overseeing the Lafayette campus, focused on staff development, family relationships, and long-term program excellence.
Front Office Manager
Nancy Pisani
Creative, loving educator turned administrator who knows every family and helps lead our Lafayette campus.
Interim Director
Breon Chapman
Interim Director with over six years in early childhood education and a Business Administration degree, dedicated to a safe, loving environment and strong family partnerships.
Assistant Director & Enrollment Specialist
Mackenzie (Ms. Kenzie)
Assistant Director and Enrollment Specialist with 14 years in early childhood education, passionate about infants and family partnerships.
Broussard Campus Director
Lashondra Thomas
Education leader with degrees in Accounting and Early Childhood Education, creating nurturing environments where children thrive and families feel valued.
Lafayette Campus
Infant Team
A loving, nurturing start for our youngest learners.
Lead Infant Teacher
Megan Hebert
Energetic and fun infant teacher who keeps her babies safe, loved, and learning through play.
Infant Teacher Assistant
Na'Kielli Faulk
Nurturing and dependable — loves growing bonds and being part of each child's everyday world.
Lead Teacher
Madie Clark
A loving lead teacher creating a safe space for children to explore, learn, and bloom.
Infant Teacher Assistant
Layna Leslie
Patient, caring, and creative — building a safe, fun space where kids can be themselves.
Toddler Program Team
A joyful, structured start built on love, routine, and early learning.
Lead Toddler Teacher & Mentor
Chelsea Richard
An extraordinary mentor teacher bringing love, creativity, and magic to toddlers every day.
Toddler Teacher
Jasmine Batiste
Joyful, creative, and energetic — passionate about a safe, loving space where kids learn through play.
Lead Toddler Teacher
Jomeisha Carson
Joyful, creative energy—you feel the love the moment you walk in.
Lead Toddler Teacher
Kaitlyn Wilson
A loving, caring teacher who builds strong relationships and a safe, nurturing classroom.
Toddler Teacher Assistant
Debra Charles
A loving, experienced support that helps build an energetic toddler environment.
Toddler Teacher Assistant
Kelli Boutte
A visual artist and educator who brings creativity, imagination, and hands-on fun to the classroom.
Toddler Lead Teacher
Riley Hudson
First year at Gifted, lifelong love of working with kids — building bonds with children and parents alike.
PreK Team
Building confident, kindergarten-ready learners through structure, creativity, and care.
Lead PreK4 Teacher & Preschool Mentor
Jenae Morgan
An extraordinary preschool educator focused on academic readiness and social-emotional growth.
Lead PreK3 Teacher
Judy Boudreaux
A creative and nurturing preschool teacher who blends fun with structured learning.
Lead PreK3 Teacher
Renata Jones
A dedicated educator bringing structure, creativity, and consistency to her classroom.
PreK Teacher Assistant
Kelli Hidalgo
A calm, caring presence helping create a safe and nurturing preschool classroom.
Enrichment & Support Team
Bringing STEM, care, support, and nourishment to enrich every student's day.
STEM Lead Teacher
Lisa Guidry
Brings excitement, curiosity, and hands-on STEM learning to classrooms across both campuses.
Floater Teacher Assistant & Aftercare Teacher
Amanda Williams
Supports classrooms throughout the day and leads a fun, focused aftercare environment.
Broussard Campus
Infant Team — Broussard
Nurturing care and loving support at our Broussard location.
Lead Infant Teacher
Suzani Pessarra
Exceptional, nurturing care — treats every child like her own.
Lead Infant Teacher
Nnenna Franks
Loving, high-quality infant care where babies thrive daily.
Infant Teacher Assistant
Brittany Perry
Dedicated, nurturing teacher creating a loving, safe space for infants to thrive.
Infant Teacher Assistant
Tanner Trahan
Warm and nurturing — helping every little one feel loved, safe, and ready to learn.
Broussard Campus
Toddler Program
A joyful, structured start built on love, routine, and early learning.
Lead Toddler Teacher
Courtney Charatain
CDA-certified educator focused on safety, care, and confident growth.
Lead Toddler Teacher
Juliana Soileau
Nurturing Toddler 1 lead with a nursing background, working toward her CDA.
Lead Toddler Teacher
Kyndall Francis
Loves watching personalities shine in a safe, loving classroom.
Lead Toddler Teacher
Tai Joseph
Four years shaping little minds with passion and care.
Lead Toddler Teacher
Mickey Parker
Five years celebrating every child’s growth and confidence.
Toddler Teacher Assistant
Hope Frederick
Positive, encouraging, and well-rounded — a Speech Pathology graduate creating hands-on learning opportunities.
Toddler Teacher Assistant
Sreekutty Vijayanath
Patient and enthusiastic assistant creating a supportive space for young learners.
Broussard Campus
Preschool Program (PreK3 & PreK4)
Building confident, kindergarten-ready learners through creativity and care.
PreK3 Lead Teacher
Cassandra Boudreaux
Energetic, experienced educator — builds strong foundations and a love of learning through fun structure.
PreK4 Lead Teacher
Amber White
10+ years helping children learn through play, art, and exploration.
PreK3 Lead Teacher
Shmia McGruder
CDA-credentialed educator creating a safe, hands-on space for young learners.
Broussard Campus
Enrichment & Classroom Support
STEM instruction, nutritious meals, and flexible classroom assistance.
STEM Lead Teacher (Both Campuses)
Lisa Guidry
Highly creative educator bringing hands-on STEM experiences that build curiosity and excitement.
Floater Teacher Assistant & Staff in Charge
Claire Aydell
Reliable classroom support across all rooms — keeps expectations high and helps wherever needed.
Floater Teacher Assistant (Part-Time)
Elena Stanley
Flexible, dependable support — helps across classrooms around a college schedule.
Floater Teacher Assistant
Amanda Landry
30+ years of nurturing children through learning, creativity, and encouragement.
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