After more than 22 years of dedicated service, Linda Reyero will be saying goodbye to NurturEd Providence on July 15 as she begins an exciting new chapter. Throughout her career, Linda has made a lasting impact on our organization, the children and families we serve, and the many colleagues who have had the privilege of working alongside her. We are deeply grateful for her years of leadership, commitment, and care, and we wish her every happiness and success in the years ahead.
Linda’s journey at our Providence center began in 2003, when the program was still known as the Nickerson Community Center. After the center became Dr. Day Care Providence in June 2015, she advanced from Lead Teacher to Assistant Director, then Administrator-in-Training, before becoming Site Administrator in 2017. Through every role, she remained committed to creating a warm, welcoming environment where children could thrive, families felt supported, and staff members were encouraged to grow.
Those who have worked alongside Linda describe her as a compassionate leader who leads by example. Whether she was celebrating a staff member’s success, offering guidance during a challenging day, or lending a listening ear, Linda’s steady presence made a difference to everyone around her.
A great child care director doesn’t simply manage a program. They create a place where children thrive, families feel supported, and teachers feel valued. Linda, thank you for more than two decades of doing just that and creating a lasting impact on the early childhood education world. You will be missed, but we are excited for your next adventure and wish you much success. – Amy Vogel, CEO
Linda- you will truly be missed here. You have left a permanent imprint on everyone that you have touched. It has been so wonderful working with you over the years. No one else is quite like you. You have the most unique skills that have made you very successful in your role. You are kind, caring, direct, no-nonsense, and always supportive. You have always brought a positive attitude with you every day. Your pride in your work shows in your staff and the strong team that you have built. I wish you all of the happiness that you deserve going back to PR. I wish you many blessings and the gift of knowing that you are very appreciated for who you are. – Kate Bixler, Supervising Administrator
Your commitment to the education of young children is commendable. You are a caring, kind & incredible leader. Thank You for choosing to be a part of the NurturEd family, it was wonderful working with you. – Always, Mary Ann, “Dr. Day Care“
After 20+ years of dedication to children, families, and education, you have made a lasting impact on the communities, families, and employees you have had the privilege to serve. Your commitment to fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment has allowed people to feel valued, supported, and comfortable meeting you where they are—while also feeling encouraged and challenged to grow. I will always admire this about you! Thank you for the compassion, leadership, and positive influence you have shared throughout your journey. My sincerest hope is that this next chapter brings you endless joy, meaningful moments, continued opportunities to build strong relationships, and plenty of time to enjoy Puerto Rico! Congratulations, Linda – you will be truly missed! – Sarah Humphrey, Human Resources Generalist/Manager
Her impact extended far beyond the classroom. Families came to know Linda as someone who genuinely cared about their children and always took the time to build meaningful relationships. Her dedication helped create a strong sense of community.
Thank you for always believing in me! Your guidance and support is always unmatched. You have made this building not just a work place, but also a family! Forever grateful. Thank you for everything! – Lindsey
Linda, my Queen! You are truly the glue of this center. I can’t imagine how we will hold up without you. Thank you for always being an open ear in the office. We appreciate you for all you do; things seen and unseen by your staff. – Tazaiya
Linda’s dedication was recognized in 2024 when she was named NurturEd’s Employee of the Year, an honor awarded annually to a team member who consistently goes above and beyond. The recognition reflected what so many colleagues already knew – that Linda leads with integrity, compassion, and professionalism. Known for being approachable, dependable, and a strong advocate for children, families, and staff, she has built lasting partnerships throughout the community while always putting the needs of others first. The award was a fitting celebration of the leadership and commitment she has demonstrated throughout her career.
Linda also leaves behind a legacy of mentorship. Many colleagues credit her with helping them build confidence, develop professionally, and discover their own leadership potential.
Dear Ms. Linda, Thank you so much for everything that you’ve done for not only me, but NurturEd in its entirety. While our time together was short, I still cherished each and every moment we spent together. To me, you served the role of both a boss and as a guiding figure in my pursuit of becoming a better educator. For that, I will always be thankful. I hope you all the best in your new adventure. – Nathanael
Thank you for welcoming me with open arms when I first started as an intern in 2023. You’ve been so much more than an Administrator – a mentor, a role model, and someone who has felt like a second mom. I will always be grateful for the trust you placed in me and everything you taught me along the way. Thank you! – Amber
Linda, Thank you for everything you did for me. I remember when I started to work here, you welcoming me, and teaching me everything I know now. You are more than an administrator, you are my mentor, you are my role model and my friend. Thank you for supporting me and all your help when I needed it. I want to express my gratitude for your support and guidance during the time you worked and directed this place. I do not have enough words to express all my gratitude. I really will miss you! God Bless you and your family. I love you forever and ever! – Amalia
As Linda begins this next chapter, she leaves behind countless memories, lasting friendships, and a center that is stronger because of her years of service. While she will be greatly missed, her influence will continue to be felt by the children, families, and educators whose lives she touched.
From all of us at NurturEd, thank you, Linda, for your dedication, your leadership, and the care you’ve shared over the past two decades. We wish you nothing but happiness and success in all that’s ahead.
Linda, although we didn’t work together every day, I always appreciated how dependable you were. You always greet everyone in such a positive manner and with a smile on your face. I could always count on you to send photos that showcased the wonderful things happening at your center, and I always enjoyed posting photos of the fun things happening in Providence! Thank you for always being so reliable and easy to work with. Wishing you nothing but happiness and the very best in this exciting new chapter! – Rebecca Compton, Marketing Director
Linda, Thank you for everything you’ve done for the center and for everyone who has had the opportunity to work with you. Your kindness and support have made such a positive difference, and I truly appreciate all the encouragement you’ve given me. While I’m sad to see you go, I’m so grateful for the time I had working with you. You’ll be deeply missed. I wish you nothing but happiness in your homeland. Thank you again for everything. – Genesis
Hi Linda. You’ve been good to me since I’ve been here, and I appreciate you very much. We will all miss you so much and I hope you live healthy and well. – Rosbely
Linda, me siento muy afortunada de tenerla como jefa estos últimos dos anos y de darme la oportunidad de tobajar a su lado. Usted fue muy buena con migo. Espero que le valla de maravida en su vaje de regreso a casa. Cuidaremos bien de micha. – Melany
Linda, Although I’ve only known you for a short while, we’ve grown close and I’ve truly enjoyed working with you. Thank you for everything you’ve taught me. I wish you the best in the future and wish you happiness and success. – Alyssa
Thank you for being you. You were there to help when I needed and I’m grateful for your help and guidance. I hope you love living in PR again. You will be missed. – Olivia
Linda, Thank you for giving me the opportunity to work with you. It has been a long time learning from you. Thank you for always supporting the team no matter what. We will miss you forever. Good luck in the next part of your life. I wish you the best. – Maria Sosa
Thank you for always having a smile on your face and being such a great manager. I will miss you and wish you a lot of luck in whatever you do. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to work here. – Miss Lisa
Linda, I was so sad to hear that you’re leaving. I wish you nothing but the best as you begin your next adventure. Ever since I started, you’ve always made sure I felt heard and supported, and that has meant so much to me. I truly appreciate everything you’ve done and the kindness you’ve shown. You’ve made such a positive impact on my time here. I am going to miss you so much. You are truly the best boss I’ve ever had, and I am so grateful I had the opportunity to work with you. Wishing you all the happiness and success in the next chapter! – Alexis
