PRESCHOOL

Don

MR. DON DELAIR

HEADMASTER

I have been in private school administration since 1988 and have served as the Founding Headmaster here at King’s Schools since 1994. King’s represents my God-given childhood dream of starting a Christian school that would… serve as a standard for EXCELLENCE…live out a belief that every child deserves the OPPORTUNITY for a quality education…bring a life-changing message of HOPE to the families we serve. Thanks be to God, I am passionately living out that dream every day.

HELANI

MRS. HELANI ORTEGA-GODINEZ

PRESCHOOL DIRECTOR

Started at King's Schools in 2021. Prior to working at King's Schools I was a licensed childcare provider in my home for 14 years taking care of children ages 6 weeks to 12 years old. I closed my business to attend college and to work in a classroom setting. I worked as a life skills coach for Easterseals, which is a day program for adults with special needs. I was also a preschool teacher at Mission Kids in Casron, California before moving to the Coachella Valley. I am first and foremost a believer, but also a wife, a mother to 6 children, and a grandmother. I am so blessed to be part of the King's Preschool family.

Lorie

MRS. LORIE GONZALES

PURPLE ROOM (PRE-K) AND PRESCHOOL ASSISTANT DIRECTOR

Started at King's Schools in 2004. I have enjoyed many years in early childhood education. In building a foundation for learning and growing, it is vital to teach children about God’s Word and how much He loves us. It has been such a pleasure to work here at King’s and to be a part of a unique team of educators in the early development of children.

GAVIN

MR. GAVIN TRINIDAD

KING'S CHAPLAIN

Started at King's in 2024. I have been blessed to be married to my amazing wife, Summer, since 2020 and we had our first son in 2024. In addition to being the Chaplain here at King's, I am a pastor at Reveal Church in Palm Desert. I grew up in the Coachella Valley and, by the Grace of God, have been walking with Him since I was a child. I have been in ministry with students as the focus since 2018. 

JAZMINE

MISS JAZMIN ELIZONDO

PRESCHOOL ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

Started at King’s Schools in 2023. I have had the incredible blessing to have been a teacher in Early Childhood Education since 2015. My first year at King's I had the opportunity to work with the babies in the Green Room. My first love and greatest passion is the Lord Jesus and making Him known. In that same passion, He has gifted me with a heart to share His love with children and their families on their educational journey. It is a great privilege to be able to answer that upward call here at King’s Schools who uniquely holds the same mission! I love studying the Bible, and I also have a little passion for coffee though some would argue it’s up there too.  With joy and in His love, I am happy to serve as King’s Preschool Administrative Assistant!

TABATHA

MRS. TABITHA LOPEZ

BEHAVIOR INTERVENTION TEACHER (PRESCHOOL - 5TH GRADE)

Started at King's Schools in 2021. I count it a privilege to have a part in helping to build a foundation of biblical truths upon which children will base their decisions for life, and their personal relationship with Jesus. I have a passion for helping children progress in all areas of their development. I am blessed to have this opportunity to work with the wonderful families, children, and staff here at King's Schools.

Stephanie

MRS. STEPHANIE SALAZAR

PURPLE ROOM (PRE-K)

Started at King's Schools in 2018. I’m extremely blessed and grateful to be a part of the Kings family. God has been teaching me to trust Him in His perfect timing and plans for me, which is why I know teaching is my calling. I am currently still attending school for my BA in Early Childhood Education. Working with children has always been a strong passion of mine! I love getting messy in the classroom, laughing, and being silly with the children, all while discovering things together along the way. I'm overjoyed and humbled to be able to share the love of Christ with the students in our classroom.

Esmerelda

MISS ESMERALDA DIAZ

BLUE ROOM (3-4 YEAR OLDS)

Started at Kings Schools in 2023. I am overjoyed to be here. I have a huge heart for children and a stronger love for Jesus. I look forward to guiding your child to explore, learn, grow spiritually, and, most importantly, HAVE FUN! In my free time, I love spending it with friends, watching sunsets, being creative, and going to the zoo!

Linda

MRS. LINDA EIDE

BLUE ROOM (3-4 YEAR OLDS)

Started at King's Schools in 2024. I have been an Early childhood educator since 1997, which I loved every minute of it. Prior to working at King's, I've been a Preschool Director, teacher and Children ministry Director over the years. It has been a great honor for me to serve families and their children in our community with the love and respect they deserve. I've been married to my wonderful husband since 1994 and together we have a beautiful son and daughter. Being a wife and a mother have been the greatest gift God has blessed me with. I am beyond blessed to be able to be part of the King's School Family. I truly enjoy teaching your child about the Love of Jesus and His Word.

Blue Room Teacher

MRS. DEBORA MAGALLANES

RED ROOM (2-3 YEAR OLDS)

Started at King's School in 2020. I am thrilled to be able to teach here, and I completely believe in the comprehensive mission and education philosophy here at King's. I love to learn, and I am very passionate and dedicated to what I do. I have a degree in Early Childhood Education and I genuinely care so much about children and their overall growth in all areas. I am a mother that enjoys, baking, trying new things, and being creative. I look forward to many years here at King's Schools!

Blue Room Teacher

MRS. JASMIN SMITH

RED ROOM (2-3 YEAR OLDS)

I am blessed to have the privilege and honor to be where my two greatest passions (the Lord and teaching children) can come together in one place, here at King’s Schools. I am truly so blessed to be a part of your children’s developmental growth and learning experience with Christ at the center of it all. My educational career includes an AA in Early Childhood Education and a BA in Liberal Studies. I have been in the Early childhood Education field for 7 years and a saved child of God for over 15 years. Some of my greatest joys are being a child of God, a wife, a dog mom of two, and a worship leader.

Sevanna

MISS SEVANNA GONZALES

GREEN ROOM (INFANTS)

Started at King's Schools in 2020. I started here at King's as a baby in the Yellow Room, and now I am back joining the wonderful staff here. I am so blessed to be teaching your kids and ready to have so much fun with them!

mailia

MISS MAILI BOWIE

GREEN ROOM (INFANTS)

Started at King's Schools in 2024. God has blessed me with a passion for children. I have the desire to create a safe, fun, and positive environment for the children all while learning about the Lord and His love for us. I’m a God-fearing woman and a mother to a beautiful baby boy named Jireh. I’m so blessed to be working at King's Schools.

Kristin

MRS. KRISTIN JIMENEZ

YELLOW ROOM (INFANTS)

Started at King's Schools in 2017. Working with children has always been a passion of mine. It is my desire to provide a safe and nurturing environment where children can learn, grow, and explore the world around them. I feel so incredibly blessed to be able to share God’s love and to be a part of the King’s Schools family.

Sevanna

MRS. ERIN TAYLOR

YELLOW ROOM (INFANTS)

Started at King's Schools in 2018. I am very blessed that God brought me to this wonderful school! I married my amazing husband Joe in 2018, and I have a beautiful stepdaughter who also attends King’s. I have been teaching young children since including 13 years at Mission Viejo Christian Preschool.  My studies were done at Saddleback College in Orange County and College of the Desert. Teaching children is my passion!

JOAN

MRS. JOAN PIERCE

PRESCHOOL TEACHER ASSISTANT - ALL CLASSROOMS

Started at King's Schools in 2023. I am very thankful to the Lord for such an opportunity to be a part of Kings School's family. Working with young children has always been a strong passion of mine. I have been working with children since 2015. I enjoy sharing stories, laughing and just loving on them. But most important, I really enjoy teaching them and reminding them of how Jesus loves them so much