Meet Our Educators
Elena Aguirre
Founder/Program Director
Elena has dedicated over 15 years to early childhood education, shaping spaces where young learners thrive through meaningful relationships, exploration, and creativity. Elena’s vision is to create an environment where each child feels valued and can grow at their own pace.
Favorite quote: “Children are not things to be molded, but people to be unfolded.” — Jess Lair.
Favorite book: The Absorbent Mind by Maria Montessori,
Erika Changuan
Director of Operations
Erika brings a wealth of organizational expertise and a deep commitment to quality care. She plays a pivotal role in ensuring the seamless operation of our daily activities while offering essential support to our teaching staff. Her leadership, combined with a sharp attention to detail and a deep dedication to our community, ensures that our program maintains a nurturing and efficient environment.
Favorite quote: “We have to prepare the child for the path, not the path for the child.” – Tim Elmore
Favorite book: Nurturing the Leader Within your Child by Tim Elmore
Meet Our Educators
Passionate educators dedicated to building meaningful relationships, inspiring curiosity, and helping every child thrive.
Crystal C.
Infant classroom
Lucia V.
Infant classroom
Jacqueline G.
Infant Classroom
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Toddlers Classroom
Sandra C.
Toddlers Classroom
Yadira B.
Toddlers Classroom
Haydee V.
Toddlers Classroom
Roxana M.
Preschool Classroom
Alison A.
PRESCHOOL classroom
Alexandra
Mini Bites Creator
Promoting Healthy Nutrition
Nourishing Growing Minds: Freshly prepared homemade breakfasts, lunches, and snacks nourish children’s bodies while shared meals create meaningful conversations, encourage independence, and strengthen our classroom community.
We Never Stop Learning
At Wunderkind, learning doesn’t stop with our children. Our educators engage in ongoing professional development to deepen their knowledge, refine their practice, and provide the highest quality early childhood education every day.
Committed to Safety
Every Wunderkind educator is carefully selected and meets all Illinois DCFS requirements, including comprehensive background checks, CPR and First Aid certification, and ongoing health and safety training.
✔ DCFS Background Checks
✔ CPR & First Aid Certified
✔ Health & Safety Training
✔ Ongoing Professional Development
Join Our Team
We’re always looking for passionate educators who believe childhood deserves wonder, respect, and meaningful relationships.
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