
Our Staff
Here at El Campito, our staff is comprised of high-quality Early Childhood Education professionals. Each member of our staff brings a variety of experience and education to our building. All staff receive training annually and are continuously furthering their education through programs such as T.E.A.C.H.


Ms. Denyse
(she/her)
As the Director of Programs and Operations, Denyse manages the teaching staff, maintains curriculum, and provides the best quality of care for the staff and for the children. She has worked with children since 1995, and 15+ of those years she has spent caring for the children of El Campito.
Child Care Experience since 1995
Favorite Color: Green
Favorite Snack: Brownies
Favorite El Campito Activity: The Christmas Program and Preschool Graduation

Ms. Aleyna
(she/her)
As Director of Development and Community Outreach, Aleyna researches and prepares grant proposals and other funding applications to ensure a high-
quality program is maintained. She develops partnerships within
the community to further advance El Campito’s mission and outreach!
Child Care Experience since 2015
Favorite Color: Periwinkle
Favorite Snack: Colby Jack cheese with pretzel crackers
Favorite El Campito Activity: Outside time, and the Back to School Picnic

Ms. Alli
(she/her)
Alli serves as the Administration and Family Support Assistant. She provides assistance to the the administrators while also being the face of El Campito for anyone who walks into the building. You will most likely find her up at the front desk. She always tries to be cheerful and help out as much as she can!
Child Care Experience since 2022
Favorite Color: Lavender
Favorite Snack: blueberries, strawberries, basically any fruit
Favorite El Campito Activity: Rest Time or Small Group Time

Ms. Lauren
(she/her)
1's Teacher
Child Care Experience since 2014
Favorite color: Yellow
Favorite Snack: Reese's cups
Favorite El Campito Activity: Large Group Time

Ms. Liz
(she/her)
1's Teacher
Child Care Experience since 2020
Favorite Color: Black
Favorite Snack: Cheez-Its or peanut M&Ms
Favorite El Campito Activity: Small Group Time
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Ms. Erika
(she/her)
As Bookkeeper/Office Assistant, Erika encompasses human resource, bookkeeping, and general office activities.
Child Care Experience since 2020
Favorite Color: Olive Green
Favorite Snack: Hot Cheetos
Favorite El Campito Activity: The Taco Battle Fundraiser

Ms. Autumn
(she/her)
Ms. Smuda
(she/her)
Support Staff
Child Care Experience Since: 1994
Favorite Color: Sunset Orange
Favorite Snack: Almonds
Favorite El Campito Activity: Outside Time
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Ms. Alma
2's Teacher
Child Care Experience 2014
Favorite Color: Sky Blue
Favorite Snack: Pretzels
Favorite El Campito Activity: Back to School Picnic
(she/her)

Ms. Thaina
(she/her)
3's Teacher
Child Care Experience since 1997
Favorite Color: Pink
Favorite Snack: Coconut ice cream
Favorite El Campito Activity: Greeting Time

Ms. Daniela
(she/her)
Support Staff
Child Care Experience since 2023
Favorite color: Black
Favorite Snack: Cheesy crackers
Favorite El Campito Activity: Small Group Time

Ms. Thana
(she/her)
Support Staff
Child Care Experience since 2022
Favorite color: Light Blue
Favorite Snack: Nachos
Favorite El Campito Activity: Outside Time

Ms. Nahomi
(she/her)
Support Staff
Child Care Experience since 2023
Favorite color: Pink
Favorite Snack: Muffiins
Favorite El Campito Activity: Outside Time
Ms. Melissa
(she/her)
Support Staff
Child Care Experience Since: 2001
Favorite Color: Pink
Favorite Snack: Fruit with chile
Favorite El Campito Activity: Outside Time