Our Team
Meet the people who care for your child
Our dedicated team brings years of experience, warmth, and genuine passion to every single day. All staff hold current state-required certifications and background checks.
Maribel Picazo Romero
OWNER & PROVIDER
Maribel's passion for early childhood education began in 2014 with her first CDA course. She opened ScholarKids with a vision of creating a bilingual, home-like environment where every child feels seen and celebrated. She holds a CDA credential and an AAS degree in Early Childhood Education. Under her leadership, ScholarKids has earned an Early Achievers Level 4 rating — recognizing the program's commitment to quality and family partnership.
CDA Credential
Early Achievers Level 4
Outside work: Zumba, kickboxing, hiking, swimming - and a soft spot for cats and dogs.
AAS Early Childhood Ed.
Safe Sleep
CPR & First Aid
Mandated Reporter
Consuelo "Connie" Romero
Lead Teacher
Connie began her ECE journey in 2021 as an Assistant Teacher and quickly grew into a lead role at "Our Hope PlayCare." She brings coursework from Antioch University in Reflective Practice in ECE, Language & Literacy Development, and Child, Family & Community. Her approach is rooted in empathy, adaptability, and a deep ethical commitment to the children in her care. Originally from Los Angeles, Connie now calls Washington home with her family and her cat, Uzi.
CPR & First Aid
Medication Management
Skilled lash artist & esthetician. Loves reading, coffee, and good TV series.
ECE – Antioch University
Safe Sleep
Child Care Basics
Mandated Reporter
Yisell Coria
Subdirector
Yisell is pursuing her AAS in Early Childhood Education at Highline College, where she holds her Initial State Certificate and Short State Certificate of Specialization. She started as a teacher's assistant and is now a lead preschool teacher. Her classroom philosophy centers on curiosity, creativity, and giving children the confidence to apply knowledge in real-life situations.
CPR & First Aid
AAS ECE – Highline (in progress)
Loves dancing, exercising, and relaxing at home with family and her cats.
State Certificate
Safe Sleep
Food Handler Permit
Mandated Reporter
Angelica Giron
Chef
Angelica has been working with children since 2007, starting at a daycare home in Federal Way and later working as a baby teacher at a childcare center. At ScholarKids, she prepares nutritious, kid-friendly meals that support children's growth while introducing diverse flavors and healthy habits. She brings empathy, punctuality, and warmth to her role every day.
CPR & First Aid
Abusive Head Trauma
Enjoys sewing, walking, and the gym. Favorite drink: horchata. Favorite color: pink.
Mandated Reporter
Safe Sleep
Food Handler Permit
Medication Management
Nico
Emotional Support
A place where educators grow too
Join Our Team
At ScholarKids, we believe great teachers deserve great support. We're committed to the ongoing professional development of every member of our team — encouraging continued education, supporting certification goals, and celebrating every step forward. Our teachers aren't just employees, they're partners in building something meaningful.
If you're a passionate early childhood educator looking for a home where your growth is valued as much as the children's, we'd love to hear from you.