Meet Our Team.
Child-centered programming starts with a staff of dedicated, early childhood education professionals. Our community-oriented staff are eager to help their students build the foundation for a lifelong love of learning.
Claudia Taylor
Teddy Bears Lead Teacher
Elizabeth Magnotta
Lions & Tigers Lead Teacher
Michelle Torres
Extended Owls Lead Teacher
Amanda Dennis
Ducks & Chicks Lead Teacher
Jackie Bacon
Sharks & Guppies Lead Teacher
James Kelly
Executive Director
Maggi DeJesus-Wilson
Preschool Director
Maggi DeJesus-Wilson serves as Director of the Purchase Children's Center, where she oversees the school's operations, curriculum, programming, and family engagement initiatives. Since joining the PCC in 2022, she has supported the program in a variety of leadership and administrative roles and is committed to providing high-quality early childhood experiences that foster curiosity, independence, and a lifelong love of learning.
Maggi holds a Bachelor’s Degree of Fine Arts, an Associate’s Degree in Business Management, and a Child Development Associate Credential (CDA). Maggi is currently pursuing the Children's Program Administrator Credential (CPAC) as well as a Master’s Degree in Early Childhood Leadership and Policy.
Known for her collaborative leadership style, dedication to children and families, and passion for continuous improvement, Maggi works closely with teachers, families, and community partners to ensure that the Purchase Children's Center remains a nurturing, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning environment for every child.
