Mama Kelly began working with children while in high school and completed her Early Childhood Education units at Merritt College. From there she has taught preschool at Aspire, Adventure Time in Berkeley and Ile Omode School. Her undergraduate degree is in Business Management with an emphasis on Human Resources from the University of Phoenix, and she’s worked within Oakland and Berkeley Unified School Districts.
Mama Kelly has danced professionally with Diamano Coura West African Dance Company since the age of 19 years old. Performing throughout California, New York, Washington DC and Senegal West Africa, and continues to dance weekly with her husband and children.