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Appointed with state-of-the-art security equipment and meticulously maintained, Habitots is beautiful, safe, and efficient. Throughout the halls and classrooms, you will find caring, hard-working, knowledgeable, and simply incredible, certified staff, all of whom love what they do.
Habitots is so much more than daycare or childcare. We are proud to provide an exceptional preschool education every fun-filled day in a place as nurturing as home.
Children are born ready to learn. The desire to discover and absorb is never more concentrated than during the first five years of life—and we only get one chance to do it right. We know that your decision to entrust your child’s early education to someone is a momentous one, and a privilege that is earned and should never be taken for granted.
That’s why at Habitots, our goals are to create a welcoming environment that reflects each child’s family, interests, cultures and differing abilities; build a warm relationship with every family that becomes a part of ours; and offer learning opportunities that stretch what every child knows about themselves and their capabilities.
I hold a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) from Stony Brook University and have over 20 years of experience in early childhood education. Throughout my career, I’ve had the opportunity to serve in a variety of roles, from teacher to Director, Area Manager, and Regional, each one shaping my approach to leadership and deepening my commitment to this field. I joined Cadence Education in December 2025, drawn by the organization’s values and vision. I have a true passion for developing strong teams, growing high-quality schools, and making a meaningful impact on the communities we serve. My current focus is on supporting Habitots Medford and helping it grow into a flagship school, one that is recognized as the place to be for both families and early childhood professionals. Together, I believe we can create an environment where children thrive, staff feel empowered, and families feel confident and supported.
I’m Kathie DeJesus, the Assistant Director of Habitots Childcare Preschool in Medford, N.Y. I’ve dedicated over 20 years to supporting children, families, and staff in our school community. Over the years, I’ve developed a deep understanding of our center’s operations and take pride in offering steady leadership, especially during times of transition. I’m known for being reliable and professional, and I value the strong relationships I’ve built with my colleagues. Most of all, I’m passionate about creating a nurturing, supportive environment for the children and families in my care, and I find great fulfillment in helping them thrive.
I am of Dominican descent and was born and raised on Long Island, New York. I’m a proud mother of three wonderful boys, ages 15, 12, and 9, who keep me on my toes and fill my life with joy.
In March 2025, I will celebrate one year of earning my Child Development Associate (CDA) credential in Infant and Toddler Development, a milestone I am incredibly proud of. My passion for teaching and caring for children began early in life, caring for my nieces, nephews, and neighbors’ children. I believe that every child is unique and deserves a safe, secure, loving, and nurturing environment where they can grow, explore, and become confident in who they are. As an educator, I strive each day to be the best teacher and caregiver I can be, and to help instill a lifelong love of learning in each child I work with. Outside of work, I love cooking, cleaning, enjoying the outdoors, and spending quality time with family and friends.
We want to learn about your experience with Habitots Preschool & Child Care Center, Medford. Please take a moment to share your experience with us and let us know how we are doing.
Every family’s routine is unique — and your childcare should be too. With Cadence Education, our Family of Schools may offer various schedule options designed to fit your life.
Each of our school’s are unique, and may not offer all of the options listed below. Talk with your School Director to learn what options are available for your family at this location.
When schedules change, or the grandparents cancel, or life just gets busy, FlexiPass gives you five prepaid days of care that you can use whenever* you need them, one at a time or all at once. No registration fees. No ongoing tuition. Just dependable care when you need it most.
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