Deb – Nominated Supervisor/Centre Director

My name is Deb I have a Diploma in early childhood. I am a mother of 3 children and I have worked as an early childhood educator for over 20 years. I am creative and love to stay active and I bring these passions into my early childhood teaching. I believe that the early years is an important time to nurture children’s love of learning and to foster their overall wellbeing. I strive to provide environments that are inviting fun and inspire wonder and learning.

Qualifications:

• Diploma of Children’s Services (Early Childhood Education and Care)

• First Aid / Responsible Person

• Works Monday to Wednesday

Bianca – Nominated Supervisor/ Centre Director

My name is Bianca, I have over 20 years’ experience in the Early Childhood profession.
I am passionate about Early Childhood education and strive to support children in reaching their full potential.
I value strong partnerships with families to support their child, as they develop skills that will help them thrive and create strong foundations for their life ahead.
My passion for the natural environment and all living things is embedded in my personal and professional teaching philosophy and I enjoy sharing this interest with children and educators.
I believe in developing strong attachments to help your children feel safe, secure and supported. This enables children to explore and learn with confidence. Trusting and responsive relationships support healthy brain development.
Collaboration between families, children, educators, staff and management is a vital part of my philosophy, as we work together to achieve our goals and reach the best outcomes for your children.
One of my strengths is supporting others and encouraging holistic wellbeing. This encompasses children and adults alike. This is maintained through open communication with families, building trusting relationships and being available for a chat….
Which I always am.

Alone we can do so little, together we can do so much. -Helen Keller

Qualifications:

• Diploma of Children’s Services (Early Childhood Education and Care)

• First Aid, Responsible Person

• Works Wednesday to Friday

Zoey- 2IC and 2-5 Preschool Room Teacher

Hi, I’m Zoey! I have 10 years experience in early childhood and am a Mum of two beautiful girls. They have further enriched my passion for this important role in young children’s lives.

I strongly value the collaborative partnerships we share with children and their families in supporting a safe and secure environment for children. I am passionate about listening to children’s voices, and providing an environment which reflects their interests, strengths and supports their overall wellbeing. I am forever in awe of how capable our children are and the way they wonder, explore and make meaning of the world around them is a privilege to be a part of.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Teaching

• First Aid

• Works Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday

Eliza- 2IC, Educational Leader and 2-5 Preschool Room Teacher,

My name is Eliza and I am a mother of two precious girls one who attend WBELCC alongside me. I hold a Bachelor of Early Education.
I have a strong passion for the Reggio Emilia Approach and hold the image of the child, their rights, their family and community in high regard through all aspects of teaching and curriculum planning. I truly believe the environment we create for children stimulates their naturally curious minds and acts as a teacher in their learning journey. I trust that all journey’s are unique and should be sculpted to suit the individuality of each child.
Close to my heart is the thinking that we let children be children; play in the mud, experiment, research and learn through hands-on play-based interactions. We foster their ability to make mistakes and learn from them, engage with peers of all ages and stages and expand their community involvement. This is an ongoing commitment we strive for each day your child walks into our community of learners at WBELCC.
“Stand aside for a while and leave room for learning, observe carefully what children do, and then, if you have understood well, perhaps teaching will be different from before.” – Loris Malaguzzi
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Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Early Education

• First Aid

• Works Monday, Wednesday and Thursday

Tiarne- Educational Leader and 2-5 Preschool Room Teacher

My name is Tiarne and I am a passionate and enthusiastic Early Childhood Teacher who has worked with children for the last 8 years. I strongly believe in building respectful and trusting relationships with children and their families, utilising these as valuable tools for enhancing children’s growth and discovery as little people navigating a big world. Children are strong, capable and inquisitive of their own learning, engaging with them through interest based play and exploration of the environment are key to my values. I love being an educator, inspiring wonder, curiosity, happiness and learning alongside them as I constantly develop my education of providing the best educational experiences for the children of today.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood and Primary)

• First Aid, Responsible Person

• Works Monday to Friday

Susan- Administration Officer

I have worked at Warners Bay Early Learning and Care Centre Inc. since the centre opened in 1990. I am qualified to look after the financial side of the business however enjoy on occasions, helping out with the children. Over the years I have added to my qualifications completing a Diploma of Business, Certificate in Children’s Services and various other certificates including WH&S taking the position of Secretary on the Committee for the past 20 years.
My favourite things are spending time with my family and friends, exercising every day, going to the beach in summer and the snow in winter.

Qualifications:

• Diploma of Business, Certificate 111 in Children’s Services

• First Aid

• Works Monday to Friday

Tamica – Nursery Room Educator

Qualifications:

• Diploma of Children’s Services (Early Childhood Education and Care)

• First Aid, Responsible Person

• Works Tuesday – Friday

Courtney – Nursery Room Educator

My name is Courtney, I started my Cert lll traineeship at the centre in 2016, then continued my studies through completing a Diploma trainesship, also at WBELCC. I have worked with all age groups between 0-5 and I currently working in the Nursery room. I am an energetic person and love working with children.

Qualifications:

• Diploma of Children’s Services (Early Childhood Education and Care).

• First Aid, Responsible Person

• Works Monday, Thursday and Friday.

Tekirra- Nursery and Preschool Room Educator

My name is Tekirra.

Qualifications:

• Certificate 111 in Early Childhood Education and Care

• First Aid

• Works Monday to Wednesday

Chloe- Nursery Room Educator

Hello, my name is Chloe. I work in the Nursery room. I am looking forward to meeting you and building relationships with your children.

Qualifications:

• Certificate 111 in Early Childhood Education and Care

• First Aid

• Works Monday to Friday

Colleen – Nursery Room Educator

Hi I’m Colleen. I work in the Nursery room and am really looking forward to getting know all the children, finding out about their interests and connecting with families. I can’t wait to share some new adventures in the coming year.

Qualifications:

• Diploma of Children’s Services (Early Childhood Education and Care).

• First Aid

• Works Monday, Tuesday and Thursday.

Mary Ann Preschool Room Educator

I have been working in the Early Years profession since 1994 in various roles that have seen me working with children aged birth to twelve years.
I love creating aesthetically pleasing and inviting environments for children and creating safe and nurturing spaces where childhood is celebrated.
I am dedicated to providing rich education and care tailored to children’s individual needs in a family-focussed and supportive way.
I am passionate about building strong, trusting relationships with each child, fostering a sense of belonging and confidence where children feel safe to be their authentic selves.
I thoroughly love being outdoors immersed in nature where children’s imaginations soar as they explore, discover and connect with each other and the world around them.

Qualifications:

• Diploma in Children’s Services (centre based care)

• First Aid

• Works Monday to Friday

Ella – 2-5 Preschool Room Educator

Hi, my name is Ella! I’m 20 years old and I have my Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care. I work am currently working fulltime in the nursery room.
I believe that love, building strong and lasting relationships and empathy for children are at the core of providing care. I like to do this whilst also keeping the environment fun and playful during their learning. By prioritising empathy and creating a safe space for children, I aim to empower children to grow and flourish both emotionally and cognitively.

Qualifications:

• Diploma of Children’s Services (Early Childhood Education and Care).

• First Aid

• Works Monday, Tuesday and Friday.

Lain – 2-5 Preschool Room Educator

My name is Lain and I have a 5 year old son. I believe that children learn through play. I also believe in providing quality care, early childhood education and building positive, trusting long term relationships with children and families. I am passionate about working with children and supporting children’s learning and development through education and nurture. My job is so rewarding job and I love it because it gives me the opportunity to observe how they grow and become confident and independent learners.

Qualifications:

• Diploma of Children’s Services (Early Childhood Education and Care)

• First Aid / Responsible Person

• Works Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday

Summer- 0-5 Educator

Hello, My name is Summer and I am currently studying a Certificate 111 in Early Childhood Education.

Qualifications:

• Working towards Certificate 111 in Early Childhood Education and Care

• First Aid

• Works Monday – Friday

Rosie- Additional Educator 0-5 years

Hi, I’m Rosie and I recently started as a trainee here at WBELCC. I can’t wait to build meaningful relationships with the children, families and wider community and I’m grateful to be able to witness and help our children grow into their full potential. I’m interested in science and art as well as cultural knowledge and the odd video game here and there.

Qualifications:

• Working towards a Certificate 111 in Early Childhood Education and Care

• First Aid

• Works Monday to Friday

Rhea- Nursery Room Educator

Hello, my name is Rhea. I am looking forward working with your children, seeing them grow and develop.

Qualifications:

• Diploma of Children’s Services (Early Childhood Education and Care)

• First Aid

• Works Monday to Friday

Drew- Nursery Room and Preschool Room Educator

Hello, my name is Drew. I work in the Nursery and Preschool room.

Qualifications:

• Certificate 111 in Early Childhood Education and Care

• First Aid

• Works Monday to Friday

Matt- Centre Chef

Hello, my name is Matt.

Qualifications:

• Food Safety Supervisor’s Certificate

• Works Monday to Friday

Richelle- Currently on Parental Leave-Nursery Room Educator

Hello, my name is Richelle. I work in the preschool room. I am looking forward to meeting you and building reltionships with your children.

Qualifications:

• Diploma of Children’s Services (Early Childhood Education and Care)

• First Aid

• Works Monday and Wednesday

Jane – Centre Cleaner

Hi my name is Jane and I am the centre’s cleaner. Like Sue I came with the building. With the help of the educators, we try to keep on top of what the children play with, but along with what they play with is part of being a child. When I’m not at work, your children like to keep an eye out for me as I live next door, especially when I mow the yard and have to hand back the toys , hats and rocks that end up in my yard- a great game on their part!

• Works Monday to Friday