Our Staff
We are proud to share that Circle of Care Early Learners has achieved a Level 5 rating from the Maryland State Department of Education’s (MSDE) Maryland EXCELS program, the highest possible distinction for child care and early education centers.
Meet Our
Dedicated Team
Chikil’ra Boone
Owner/Executive Director
My name is Chikil’ra Boone. I am the CEO/Founder of CCELs. I earned my Associate of Arts Degree in Early Childhood Education & Cultural Science and Technology.
Tehya Jenkins
Center Director
Miss Tehya is dedicated to making our center a better place. Her commitment in leadership provides a nurturing environment to high-quality learning and early childhood education. She helps to make a difference, one child at a time.

Tehya Jenkins
Preschool Teacher

Mrs. Madea Golden
Infant/Toddler Teacher

Mrs. Astrid Espinosa
Infant Teacher Assistant

Miss Kailie Jackson
Toddler Teacher

Mrs. Vivian Rolon
Pre-K Teacher

Mrs. Charmaine Goldsmith
Pre-K Teacher Assistant

Sarah Fuller
School Age Teacher

Savannah Furr
School Age Teacher Assistant
Tom Messina
Maintenance
Cynthia Mason
Nutrition Specialist
Nurturing children,
empowering families
Circle of Care ELs is a center-based facility that is passionately dedicated to the holistic development of young children. Our center is operated by a team of highly educated and qualified professionals specializing in Early Childhood Education. Our mission is to provide an enriching and nurturing environment where every child is given the opportunity to thrive and reach their fullest potential. We offer a diverse array of high-quality programs designed to cater to the unique needs and interests of each child, fostering their cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development. Our curriculum is thoughtfully crafted to inspire curiosity, creativity, and a love for learning, setting the foundation for lifelong success.
Why Choose Us?
- Member of Maryland EXCELs & Maryland Accreditation
- Closed Circuit Cameras for Security
- We offer a Diaper Program
- We offer a Maryland Approved Curriculum
- We offer a Partnership with Cecil County Judy Center for Families and Providers
- Age Appropriate Playgrounds
- Child Care Aware Military Program
- State Approved Learning Literacy Curriculum
- USDA Child And Adult Care Food Program
- Brightwheel Check-in System
- KIDZ KAMP
- We offer Parent Referral Program
- Potty Training Assistance
- Maryland Child Care Scholarship Program
- We offer Management with over 20+ years of experience
- We offer CPR / First Aid Training to our parents / families
- We offer ample parking