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Programs

Childcare Program Overview & Enrollment Process:

Welcome to our Childcare Program at Isleta Headstart and Childcare Center. Here, we provide a safe, nurturing, and enriching environment for your child’s early development. Our program is designed to foster growth in physical, emotional, social, and cognitive domains.

Program Highlights:

We offerstwo 7-hour full day programs, 5 days-a-week.  All Child Care Services are subject to a co-payment based on family’s income and sliding scale fee.

The CCDF program is a federally funded program which assist low-income families to access child care services in order to work, attend job training, or educational programs.

The TCC program is a tribally funded program which assist over-income families to access child care services, if they do not qualify for CCDF services.

Wrap-around services (before and after care) for qualified children.  The parent/guardian’s need for Wrap-Around services is dependent on their work and/or school schedule.

Classrooms are equipped with hands on, age-appropriate materials and qualified teachers.  There is no transportation services available for this option.

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

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.

Click to Download
2015_16_transportation_hand_book_final

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

Click here to Download
ersa-pp2015updatefinal

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.

​

Programs

Childcare Program Overview & Enrollment Process:

Welcome to our Childcare Program at Isleta Headstart and Childcare Center. Here, we provide a safe, nurturing, and enriching environment for your child’s early development. Our program is designed to foster growth in physical, emotional, social, and cognitive domains.

Program Highlights:

We offerstwo 7-hour full day programs, 5 days-a-week.  All Child Care Services are subject to a co-payment based on family’s income and sliding scale fee.

The CCDF program is a federally funded program which assist low-income families to access child care services in order to work, attend job training, or educational programs.

The TCC program is a tribally funded program which assist over-income families to access child care services, if they do not qualify for CCDF services.

Wrap-around services (before and after care) for qualified children.  The parent/guardian’s need for Wrap-Around services is dependent on their work and/or school schedule.

Classrooms are equipped with hands on, age-appropriate materials and qualified teachers.  There is no transportation services available for this option.

Get In Touch

Name(Required)
Please let us know what's on your mind. Have a question for us? Ask away.

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

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.

Click to Download
2015_16_transportation_hand_book_final

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

Click here to Download
ersa-pp2015updatefinal

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.

​

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.