Meet Our Team

Who We Are

Ms. America

Director & Teacher

With over 20 years in the Early Childhood Education field, our Director, América Leticia Figueroa, a mother of 5, is committed to serving our community by supporting parents, inspiring teachers, mentoring student-teachers, and being a voice for all children.

As a teacher, she helps children explore and learn in a safe hands-on environment. Nothing brings her more happiness than seeing the growth and evolution of every student, and supporting parents in their parenting journey.

She is a teaching director leading the Pre-K classroom.

Ms. America has an Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education, and a Bachelors Degree in Christian Education.

thechildrensplacecdc@gmail.com

Teachers & Staff

We are grateful for our dedicated team of teachers and aides who work tirelessly every day to serve our children and families with excellence and integrity.

Ms. América - Teaching Director

Ms. Edith - Toddler Teacher & Site Supervisor

Ms. Jenny Torres - Teacher & Substitute Site Supervisor

Mr. Jorge Vallejo - Teacher

Ms. Michelle - Substitute Teacher

Ms. Stephanie - Substitute Teacher