Location
2 Sagebrush Street
Isleta, NM 87022
School Hours
Early Head Start
8:00 am to 3:00 pm
Head Start
8:15 am to 2:45 pm
AM Child Care
7:30 am to 8:00 am/8:15 am (depending on program)
Child Care Full Day
8:00 am to 3:00 pm
PM Child Care
2:45 pm/3:00 pm to 5:00 pm (depending on program)
Phone & Email
505-869-9796
info@isletaheadstartandchildcare.com
Quick Info
Registration and Enrollment
At Isleta Headstart and Childcare Center, our registration and enrollment process is designed to be straightforward and welcoming.
Inquiry: Contact us to express your interest and schedule a tour of our facility.
Tour: Visit our center, meet our staff, and explore our learning spaces.
Application: Complete the enrollment application and provide the required documents.
Orientation: Attend an orientation session to learn about our program policies and procedures.
Start Date: Once the enrollment is confirmed, your child can begin their exciting journey with us.
We look forward to welcoming your child into our program, where they can thrive, learn, and grow in a supportive and enriching environment.
Application Process
Call (505) 869-9796
Set-up application appointment
At any time of inquiry, the person taking your call will provide you with a list of documentation and
application date and time.
Application Documents:
Previous year income (W-2’s, 1040 Tax Forms, letter from employer)
Proof of residency (utility bill, lease agreement)
Proof of birth/birth certificate
Proof of health insurance (medical insurance card)
CIB (Certificate of Indian Blood)
IFSP or IEP
Court documents
Programs & Facilities
Early Head Start – Prenatal to 3 years
(3 options to choose from)
- Home Based for Pregnant Mothers: Home visits from a Home Visitor who brings information and materials about pregnancy & child development.
- Home Based for Parent & Child Birth to 3 years: Weekly 90-minute home visits from a Home Visitor who provides information and materials about parenting and child development. Bi-weekly Socialization activities in a group setting (i.e. fun walks, field trips, child development, & more).
- Classrooms ages 3 months to 3 years: A 6-hour, 5 day-a-week program. Classrooms are equipped with hands on, age appropriate materials and qualified teachers. There are no transportation services available for this option.
Head Start 3-5 year olds
Transportation Handbook
The Isleta Head Start & Child Care Program is a family centered learning environment that respects and values children, families and the community. The safety of our children at Isleta Head Start & Child Care is of utmost importance to us. The transportation policies and procedures have been developed to better serve our families while meeting Federal, State and Tribal Transportation Regulations, as applicable, as well as Head Start Performance Standards.
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Policies, Procedures, & Reporting
To ensure that the program has an effective ERSEA Committee that will enhance the program’s ability to effectively meet the requirements of CFR 1305 and all other regulations and procedures in this critical management system.
This policy relates to Head Start Performance Standards 45 CFR 1305
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Staff Directory
Our dedicated and experienced team at Isleta Headstart and Childcare Center is here to support your child’s growth and learning journey. To connect with any member of our staff, please refer to our staff directory below:
- Andrea Pesina, Executive Director andrea.pesina@isletapueblo.com
- Sabrina Castillo, Facilities/Transportation Coordinator sabrina.castillo@isletapueblo.com
- Aikiko Herrera, Health Coordinator aikiko.herera@isletapueblo.com
- Jeffrey Jojola, Business Manager jeffrey.jojola@isletapueblo.com
- Amberrose Papuyo, Child Care Coordinator amberrose.papuyo@isletapueblo.com
- Jerri Peace, Nutrition Coordinator jerri.peace@isletapueblo.com
- Joanne Sanchez, Head Start Assistant joanne.sanchez@isletapueblo.com
- Michelle Santillanes, Education Coordinator michelle.santillanes@isletapueblo.com
- Melanie Valdez, Family Services Coordinator melanie.valdez@isletapueblo.com
- Johanna Abeita, Special Education Teacher
- Cindy Adakai, Family Services Worker
- Laura Edaakie, Mentor Teacher
- Collin Keeton, Facilities Worker
- Lucinda Jaramillo, Cook
- Natalie Keeton, Cook
- Linda Otero, Cook
- Annadine Anzara, Home Visitor I
- Ashley Lucero, Home Visitor II
- Yolanda Garley, Head Start Staff Assistant
- Autumn Martinez, Head Start Staff Assistant
- Christina Dombrowski, Child Care Provider
- Meredith Platero, Child Care Provider
- Cassandra Lilly, Child Care Provider
- Sasha Brown, Early Head Start Teacher
- Dianna Burbank, Early Head Start Teacher
- Alexandria Cambridge, Early Head Start Teacher
- Rhiannon Jojola, Early Head Start Teacher
- Ciara Piro, Early Head Start Teacher
- Geneva Cicarello, Head Start Teacher
- Danielle Dale, Head Start Teacher
- Loisa Fischer, Head Start Teacher
- Patricia Piro, Head Start Teacher
- Heidy Ramirez, Head Start Teacher
- Dorothy Trujillo, Head Start Teacher
- Pearl Lujan, Teacher Assistant
For additional contact information or to reach a specific staff member, please feel free to contact our main office. We are here to assist you and ensure a nurturing and enriching experience for your child.
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Contact
2 Sagebrush Street
Isleta, NM 87022
Call: 505-869-9796
Fax: 505-869-7578
Mailing Address:
PO Box 579
Isleta, NM 87022
Hours
AM Child Care
7:30 am to 8:00 am/8:15 am
Child Care Full Day
8:00 am to 3:00 pm
PM Child Care
2:45 pm/3:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Early Head Start & Head Start
8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.