Our Team

Meet the Team

Our Staff is committed to ensuring children can learn and grow in a safe and nurturing envornment

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Jamie Cook

Director

Mrs. Jamie Cook has been an Early Childhood educator for over 26 years. Starting as a teacher, she taught infants through Pre-K 4 for 18 years. She has a Certificate of Technology in Early childhood Education, an AAS in Early Childhood Development and Education from San Jacinto College.

A BAS in Early Childhood Education and Leadership from the University of Houston Clear Lake, and a Master in Education with a specialization in working with children with ASD from American Public University.

She has been a Director for 8 years. Besides working in Early Childhood centers, Mrs. Jamie is also a Texas Registered Trainer where she mentors teachers and directors, helping them to become the best educators they can be and is a Professional Development Specialist helping teachers to get the CDA.

“Teaching is not just about filling minds, but about fostering curiosity, critical thinking, and a love for learning. A love of learning has a lot to do with learning that we are loved.” Fred Rogers.

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Maria Morera

Assistant Director

For over eight years, Ms. Maria has been a devoted member of the Lighthouse Learning Academy family. With a strong foundation in Medical Administration, she quickly discovered her passion for early childhood education and has since embraced many roles within our school. Whether in the classroom, the kitchen, and transportation.

Ms. Maria’s greatest gift has always been the love and care she brings to our children and families.

As a proud mother of two daughters and grandmother to one grandson, Ms. Maria brings a special warmth and patience to our school.

She understands how important it is for children to feel safe, loved, and supported, and she makes it her mission to create that environment each and every day.

Now serving as our Assistant Director, Ms. Maria continues to be a guiding light for both children and families. Her passion and commitment have helped shape Lighthouse into the welcoming, family-centered community it is today.