Our Educators

About Us Philosophy Committee Testimonials Gallery

OUR EDUCATORS:

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 18 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 18 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

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

Lisa- Nursery Room Educator

My name is Lisa. I am 31 and I hold a Certificate 111 and am currently studying my Diploma. I was born in South Africa and I have a daughter.
I’ve been working in childcare for 5 years. I am deeply inspired by our young community of creative minds and learners, and I am so grateful to work in and environment that encourages a sense of belonging and well being for each child. My belief is that strong relationships are essential foundations for optimal learning. I strive to provide children with enriching experiences based on their interests. When children play, I am able to learn from them through each individual personality and uniqueness.
At home I love to spend time with family and friends. I also love the outdoors, cooking and painting.

Qualifications:
  • Certificate 111 in Children’s Services
  • First Aid, Responsible Person
  • Works Monday to Wednesday

Tamica – Nursery Room Educator

Hi, I’m Tamica, I strongly believe all children learn and grow through play and I believe play is the most valuable tool for learning.
By providing children an environment rich in creativity, imagination, knowledge and by working collaboratively with children, families and the environment, children who feel safe, secure and connected have the opportunity to explore their environment and feel connected to their world.
Qualifications:
  • Diploma of Children’s Services (Early Childhood Education and Care)
  • First Aid, Responsible Person
  • Works Wednesday – Friday

Ella – Nursery 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- Friday.

Mackenzie- Nursery Room Educator

Hi everyone. My name is Mackenzie, I’m 20 years old and currently studying my Certificate 111 in Early Childhood Education and Care.
You’ll find me in the Nursery with all the beautiful babies, where I am learning and growing each and every day!
Qualifications:
  • Working towards Certificate 111 in Early Childhood Education and Care
  • Works Monday to 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 and Tuesday.

Colleen – Nursery Room Educator

Hi I’m Colleen. I work full time 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- Friday.

Tiarne- 2-5 Preschool Room Teacher and Educational Leader

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

Eliza- 2-5 Preschool Room Teacher and Educational Leader

My name is Eliza and I am a mother of two precious girls 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 Wednesday- Friday

Lucy- 2-5 Preschool Room Educator

My name is Lucy, I am 20 years old and I have recently completed my Certificate 111 in Early Childhood Education and Care at Warners Bay Early Learning and Care Centre. I love the outdoors and staying active. I work Monday – Friday and have experience in all different age groups, I am currently working in the Nursery. Everyday I am amazed by the children, toddlers and babies and their capability to learn, play and nurture.
Qualifications:
  • Certificate 111 in Early Childhood Education and Care
  • First Aid
  • Works Monday to Friday

Lain – 2-5 Preschool Room Educator

My name is Lain and I have a 3 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 to Wednesday

Michelle – 2-5 Preschool Room Teacher

Hi, I’m Michelle! I began at Warners Bay Early Learning and Care centre in 1997. I have strong professional interests in Reggio Emilia a teaching philosophy which highlights relationships as the cornerstone of teaching. It details the environment as the third teacher, art as a language and reflects the belief that children are capable and intelligent learners which is directly related to Howard Gardeners theory of Multiple Intelligences. Outside of early childhood I love to travel and experience the different cultures of the world.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor of Teaching (Birth to 5 years)
  • First Aid / Responsible Person
  • Works Monday to Friday

Julie – 2-5 Preschool Room Educator

I am a mother of four, I have over 29 years experience working with children. I hold a Diploma in Children’s Services. I have been working full time at WBELCC for 5 years. What I do is not just a job. To me it’s a calling I had from a very young age. This profession requires dedication, devotion and a loving commitment . My educational philosophy is to create a learning environment that is fun and exciting, based around the interests and wonder of each individual child.
Qualifications:
  • Diploma of Children’s Services (Early Childhood Education and Care)
  • First Aid / Responsible Person
  • Works Monday to Friday

Kyle- 2-5 Preschool Room Educator

Hello, My name is Kyle and I am currently working towards my Certificate 111 in Early Childhood Education and Care as a trainee at this lovely centre.
Thank you everyone for making me feel so welcome in such a short time. I love my job and can’t wait to see you all for years to come, watching your children grow and learn within our team.

Qualifications:
  • Working towards a Certificate 111 in Early Childhood Education and Care
  • First Aid
  • Works Monday – Friday

Manami- Centre Cook

Hello, my name is Manami. I was born and grew up in Japan. I moved to Australia in my mid 20’s and worked in tourism and education industries to support overseas visitors and students previously. I’m married with 2 children and began my career in early childhood education when my youngest child started going to school.
I am a compassionate educator and enthusiastic and passionate about cooking. I am committed to a proactive and hands-on approach, in supporting children to develop healthy eating habits for their life ahead.

Qualifications:
  • Diploma of Children’s Services (Early Childhood Education and Care)
  • First Aid, Responsible Person
  • Works Monday to Friday

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