Yvelisse Celda, the administrator and owner of Amber Bilingual Child Care, was born in 1969 in La Romana, Dominican Republic, a beautiful city surrounded by beaches and tropical palm trees. She is a proud mother of three children—two sons and one daughter—and a loving grandmother of two grandchildren. Her family has always been at the center of her life and the greatest inspiration behind her journey.

Her child care program was named after her daughter, who was the main inspiration for starting this meaningful project. Founded on September 1, 2017, she provides care for infants, toddlers, and preschool-aged children in a safe, loving, and educational environment.

The recipient’s passion for child care began through the inspiration of her sister, who introduced her to this field. However, her love for working with children started long before that, through her experience as a mother and caring for her own children, nieces, and nephews. From that moment on, she knew this was not just a job, but her calling.

Over the years, the Yvelisse has professionally prepared herself by completing courses and advanced training in child care, safety, and early childhood education. These trainings, combined with her personal experience as a mother, has allowed her to develop strong habits and practices that ensure high-quality care.

What makes this child care program so unique is the love and dedication she provides every day, she says. Her work speaks for itself, and the families who trust her are a testament to her commitment and excellence.

Yvelisse’s priority is for every child to feel at home. She strives to create an environment where children do not feel the absence of their parents, but instead experience love, security, and comfort always. Parents greatly value the dedication, care, and personalized attention she provides.

The safety of every child is essential to her. Her program follows all required regulations and maintains structured routines that promote a safe, secure, and dependable environment.

For Yvelisse, the most important thing is that every child feels safe, happy, and protected. She also focuses on teaching essential values such as faith, respect for parents, and kindness toward others.

What Yvelisse loves most about her work is the joy that children bring each day. Their affection, their smiles, and their genuine happiness while playing, learning, and growing are her greatest reward and motivation to continue serving with excellence and love.

Yvelisse is deeply grateful to every family who has placed their trust in her program. Their trust is a blessing and a responsibility that she honors every single day with love and dedication.

She would also like to encourage all mothers who have the desire to start their own child care but feel fear or uncertainty, just as she did in the beginning. Do not give up—take that step of faith!