Meet our TLE® Center team

Debora Pedro
Director
Favorite TLE® Character:
Bubbles
I've been working at TLE for over 5 years and have been working with children for over 16 years. I started off in our Toddler room and eventually became our Director. I have always had an interest in Early Childhood Education and have taken many courses within the field. I also have my Bachelor's Degree in Psychology and my Master's in School Counseling. I love to travel, be outdoors, cook and spend time with my family, friends and dog!

Jessica Rodrigues
Assistant Director
Favorite TLE® Character:
Lionstein
I've been working with TLE for over 7 , I have worked at a previous TLE as well. I enjoy working with children of all ages and helping them grow their minds academically. I love to travel and cook in my spare time, and spend time with my cats and dogs!

Mrs. Mariana
Infant Teacher
Favorite TLE® Character:
Miss Chievous
I have been with TLE for over 6 years in the Infant classroom. I love working with the babies and helping them grow. I help all the infants learn new things everyday and prepare them for the Toddler room. I have a teenage son and in my spare time i enjoy cooking, crafting and sewing.

Mrs.Mercedes
Infant Teacher
Favorite TLE® Character:
Flexi Flamingo
I been working with TLE for over a year and enjoy working with all ages, but mostly worked with in our Infant classroom. I have 2 adult children, both of them are married and I have 4 beautiful granddaughters that I love very much. Being a mother and grandmother has made me appreciate each child even more and hope to provide the best care they need when they are with me

Ms. Yarali
Twaddler Teacher
Favorite TLE® Character:
Lionstein
I've been working with children for about 5 years. I am very passionate about what I do. I am also a mother of 3 beautiful daughters. On my spare time I enjoy going out with my family

Mrs. Scarlet
Twaddler Teacher
Favorite TLE® Character:
Flexi Flamingo
My name is Scarlet and I’m from the Dominican Republic. I’ve been married for 5 years and have one beautiful baby girl. I’ve had my CDA for the past 4 years and have been working here at TLE for over a year. My dream is to have my own daycare center. I love working with children, reading autobiographies, cooking and cleaning my house.

Ms. Diamond
Twaddler Teacher
My Name is Diamond and I am the Twaddler B teacher. I have working with children for six years and enjoy every minute of it. I also previously worked at another TLE location, my hobbies include baking and shopping. My future plan is to one day go to culinary school!

Ms. Vanessa
Twaddler Teacher
Favorite TLE® Character:
Penny Polite
I've been working with children for about 5 years. I really enjoy working here at TLE, and I am planning to receive my CDA. In my free time I enjoy playing games, reading and drawing.

Ms. Nicole
Prepper Teacher
Favorite TLE® Character:
Flexi Flamingo
My name is Nicole, and I’ve been working with children since I was 16. I have been a part of the TLE family for over 3 years. I am currently a senior at Montclair State University and am a Family & Child Study Major. In my spare time, I enjoy shopping and hanging out with friends!

Mrs. Jamellah
Preschool 3 Teacher
Favorite TLE® Character:
Flexi Flamingo
I have been working here at TLE as a Preschool teacher for about 2 years and have worked in the field for about 13 years. I have my CDA and enjoy working with all age groups. I have two beautiful daughters and one wonderful grandson. In my spare time i enjoy reading, watching movies and listening to music!

Ms. Zila
Preschool 3 Teacher
Favorite TLE® Character:
Miss Chievous
I am the Preschool 3A teacher and working here at TLE had been nothing but exceptional. The most enjoyable part of the day is being able to watch the children break out of their comfort zone and light up after achieving a difficult task. I've learned so much from my peers, children and parents. I believe the most important part of teaching early childhood education is being a good role model for the children and with the help if my peers, I will continue to do just that !