Meet the Staff

Year Started at Pixie: 2018

Favorite Part of Working at Pixie: The small family-like atmosphere & the personalized attention we give to our families.

I am so happy to be starting my Fifth year at Pixie Preschool with all of you! I can’t tell you how rewarding it is to come to work each day with an amazing group of women who are extremely dedicated to teaching young children. Before Pixie, I was the education director of a Franchised Early Childhood Center for 14 years and for two years I was an Executive Director at a corporate center. I live in Freehold with my husband and 3 children ; 12 year old twin girls Kacie & Riley and my 9 year old son Evan and our cat Jax. I love spending time with my family at the beach and we love going to amusement parks! I look forward to many years ahead at Pixie. I am honored for the opportunity to be a part of your children’s first educational experience. 

Silvana Jimenez

Year Started at Pixie: 2016

Favorite Part of Working at Pixie: Hugs from the kids

I have been teaching at Pixie since 2016 This is my third year with the 2’s turning 3’s year olds and I am so excited to watch your little ones learn and grow this year. I grew up in NY and moved to NJ with my hubby and 2 children in college. I love spending time with them hiking, glamping and visiting museums and learning about art. 

Victoria Halbert

Year Started at Pixie: 2018

Favorite Part of Working at Pixie: Getting to see the children grow and change from the begin of the year to the end of the year

I have been teaching at Pixie for the last 5 years. I love helping in all of the classes and with all age groups. I have also been taking virtual college classes for my degree in education and pursuing my CDA here at Pixie. I enjoy listening to country music, hanging out with my friends and going to the beach. I am also a Pixie Alumni!!! 

Jamie Carbonaro

Year Started at Pixie: 2020

Favorite Part of Working at Pixie: I really like forming a bond with the kids and watching them grow.

I am going into my second year here and I enjoy spending time with all of the kids at Pixie. I have 3 daughters of my own one who recently graduated Pixie in the Pre K class. I love spending time with my family. I also enjoy boating, going to the beach and doing hair. I look forward to getting to know you all!!

Samantha Morris

Year Started at Pixie: 2021

Favorite Part of Working at Pixie: Getting to see the kids grow.

I joined Pixie this past summer as an assistant in our two year old class. I have experience babysitting for families of my church and also taught Sunday school. I am currently attending Kean University for a degree in Accounting. I enjoy shopping and eating out with friends. I am thrilled to help our littlest Pixie Pals learn and grow! 

Zoey Baureko

Year Started at Pixie: 2021

Favorite Part of Working at Pixie: Watching the kids grow.

I joined the Pixie family as an assistant teacher after being a Pixie Parent. My Son Carter is currently attending the Pre K class. I have worked for many years in childcare centers and I’m so happy to have joined Pixie. I love spending time with my son and going to concerts with my friends. This year I am excited to work in the Twos room.

Amelia Rodrigues

Year Started at Pixie: 2022

Favorite Part of Working at Pixie:

Hi my name is Mrs. Amelia, I am married with 3 children and live in South River, NJ. I have been teaching for the last 18 years in a public school setting and also a preschool setting. I have worked with children from infants to teenagers. I have a degree in Early Childhood & a certificate in childcare as well. In my free time I love to read, go to the beach and enjoy attending my son’s hockey games on weekends.

Selena Catanzano

Year Started at Pixie: 2022

Favorite Part of Working at Pixie: Is teaching young children and making them smile, it warms my heart.

I am currently a Sophomore in high school where I participate in Swimming and Chorus. I have always had a love for children. Teaching young children and making them smile, warms my heart. I am “Buddy” at the Just For Kixs Soccer program where I support a child with disabilities in learning how to play soccer. I am the proud mommy to two bunnies Jilly & Twix. 

Jenna Agostisi

Year Started at Pixie: 2022

Favorite Part of Working at Pixie:  is having fun everyday and seeing the children’s bright imaginations!

Hi my name is Miss. Jenna, I am a Junior at Spotswood High School and I joined Pixie last summer. I have a little brother and sister so my experience watching young child has been ongoing. I am also the mother of two kittens who are even more rowdy than my siblings! I plan to study Education in college and plan to become a teacher

Kim Miller

Year Started at Pixie: 2002

Favorite Part of Working at Pixie: Helping kids who are having difficulty starting and the cuddles.

This is my 20th year teaching at Pixie!! I love helping my students transition from preschool to kindergarten. My favorite part is celebrating their Pre K graduation as they start their Journey to public school. Some of my hobbies include sewing, arts and crafts, recycling and repurposing items and volunteering. I am also a long time resident of Spotswood where I live with my family including my two daughters who also attended Pixie and now teach here too!! 

Mandi Miller

Year Started at Pixie: 2015

Favorite Part of Working at Pixie: Building Legos with the kids

This is my 7th year teaching at Pixie. I absolutely love working with the students! I was a Pixie student myself! I am currently attending classes at Kean and pursuing my CDA here at Pixie. I love listening to country music, teaching here & Sunday school classes on the weekend & spending time with my family. 

Daniella Soto

Year Started at Pixie: 2021

Favorite Part of Working at Pixie: Watching the kids grow up

My name is Miss Daniella I am recently a graduate of East Brunswick High School. I am so excited to work here at Pixie as a teachers aide. I enjoy getting to know all of the students and families. I plan to continue my schooling in the field of education. I enjoy photography, drawing, and going to the beach. At home I have 2 cats and a bunny, I also have a baby niece, who I help to take care of. 

Brittany Ball

Year Started at Pixie: 2022

Favorite Part of Working at Pixie: Establishing bonds with the children and watching their personalities grow as they become more confident. 

My name is Mrs. Brittany and I starting working at Pixie in the Summer of 2022. I have previously spent two years working in the Spotswood school district and have always enjoyed teaching and caring for young children. My son also comes to Pixie in the twos class and both of us love coming here everyday! Outside of work, I love spending time with my family, cooking, and playing video games.

Marcia Halbert

Year Started at Pixie: 2021

Favorite Part of Working at Pixie: The funny out of this world things that kids come up with and say. And the spontaneous hug that the kids give out of nowhere.

I have been part of Pixie Preschool as a Board member and a member of Spotswood Reformed Church for many years.  I live in Spotswood with my husband since 97’ and two daughters, Miss. Tori and Miss Pam.  I am happy to help keep our school safe by doing morning health screens and love seeing all the children every morning.  I was also a proud Pixie parent, my daughters also attended Pixie when they were small. I also work in town as a crossing guard and at a local farm VonThuns. I love gardening, my dog, I also enjoy raising parakeets.