About the Partnership Staff
The Team Committed to Helping Children Thrive
The Partnership for Children of Johnston County is powered by a team of dedicated professionals who believe in the power of community, education, and early support.
Their passion and expertise help ensure that every child has the opportunity to grow, learn, and succeed. Together, they make a lasting difference for children across Johnston County.
Meet Our team
Each department within the Partnership plays a key role in ensuring children enter school ready to learn and succeed. Browse our staff by program area below to learn more about the people who make it happen.
Administration and Finance
Candy Scott
Executive Director
Angela Baker
Finance Director
Diane Godwin
MAC Accountant
Wendy Casey
MAC Accountant
Yaimeli Montero
Finance Assistant
Baleigh Godwin
Finance Assistant
Impact and Systems Building
Myra Burrell
Impact Director
Sarah Moore
Impact Specialist
Jennifer Williams
Office Manager
Heather Machia
Early Literacy Coordinator
Early Childhood Education Services
Melissa Johnson
Early Education Director
Gabriela Espinoza
NC Pre-K Program Assistant
Lorena Esparza
Quality Support Manager
Elizabeth Williams
Quality Support Coach
Jennifer Warren
Quality Support Coach
Carrie Wright
Quality Support Coach
Emily Englehart
Professional Development Coordinator
Family Support Services
Lauren Trogdon
Family Support Manager
Maria Aleman
Family Support Specialist
Cindy Laporte
Family Support Specialist
Letty Urbina
Family Support Specialist
Taylor Krueger
Family Support Specialist
Vanessa Barbosa Fonseca
Program Assistant
Careers & Opportunities
Join Us in Building Brighter Futures
Interested in joining our mission? We’re always looking for passionate individuals who believe in helping children thrive.
Career Opportunities
Explore openings where you can put your skills and passion to work in early childhood education and family support.
Requests for Proposals (RFPs)
We partner with organizations and professionals through RFPs that help us deliver high-quality programs and services.
