Meet the Educational Team
Dedication. Expertise. Passion.
We employ an amazing educational team, with each team member bringing a wealth and diversity in both qualifications and professional experience to the service.
Our educational team has been selected based upon their skills, experience and knowledge which has resulted in a strong team with qualifications far exceeding the minimum requirements in Early Childhood education. This diversity in qualifications, also allows us to minimise the need for external agency staff as much as possible, covering shifts for each other and maintaining consistency of educators and familiar faces for children families and educators alike.
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Debbie
Early Childhood Teacher & Nominated Supervisor
Debbie is a VIT Registered Early Childhood Teacher with almost 40 years of experience in the early childhood field; she has been employed at Liberty Ave Kindergarten (formerly Liberty Avenue 3yo Kindergarten) since 1997.
Debbie values a play based, open ended learning environment, where all children can be successful. She takes pride in fostering and maintaining positive, respectful relationships with children, families, coworkers and within the community.
Jennie
Early Childhood Teacher
Jennie is a VIT registered Early Childhood Teacher and also has a diploma qualification as well, providing opportunities for team teaching as both Early Childhood Teacher and co-educator.
Jennie values building strong relationships with children and their families and enjoys setting up inviting play and learning stations for the children to explore.
Vanessa
Diploma Qualified Early Childhood Educator
Vanessa is a Diploma qualified Early Childhood Educator.
Vanessa values creating inviting play spaces for children to explore, play and learn in, building strong connections with children and their families and prides herself in her dedication to ensuring that everyone feels safe, comfortable and included at kindergarten.
Bianca
Early Childhood Teacher, Primary School Teacher & Educational Leader
Bianca holds Both Early Childhood and Primary School VIT Registration and has a wealth of experience in both fields.
Bianca believes that kindergarten and learning needs to be fun and exciting and prides herself on the energy and enthusiasm she brings to the service.
Bianca has many years of experience navigating both the NDIS and disability services and is well versed in ensuring we are providing both equity and inclusion within our service.
Her experience with the Pyramid Teaching Model supports our team as we work hard to support and strengthen children's social and emotional skills, knowledge and wellbeing; helping to create resilient, self motivated learners and citizens.
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Jenni
Early Childhood Teacher
Jenni holds a Masters Degree in Early Childhood Education.
Jenni is bilingual and offers amazing support to our Mandarin speaking families and children, supporting a learning environment that is culturally rich, welcoming and inclusive.
Jenni prides herself on her professionalism and friendliness and is passionate about empowering children and making learning fun.
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Melissa (Mel)
Diploma Qualified Early Childhood Educator & OHS Officer
Mel has a passion for play based learning and loves creating inviting, safe play spaces for children to engage with.
She prides herself on being a very confident, energetic, friendly and organised person.
Mel values effective communication and listening and team work, and believes that these skills help her to create and maintain strong relationships with children, families, the community and her coworkers
Mel is also our OHS Officer.
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Jade
Diploma Qualified Early Childhood Educator
Jade brings a wealth of experience in the Early Childhood field to our service.
Jade's bubbly personality, combined with her professionalism help her to create warm, supportive relationships with families, children and colleagues as she supports children on their learning journey at kindergarten.
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Esther
Is employed as a Diploma Qualified Educator but also is a qualified VIT registered Early Childhood Teacher
Esther holds dual qualifications and is passionate about creating play based learning opportunities based upon the children's interests. Esther also offers amazing support to our Mandarin speaking families and children, helping us to provide a welcoming and inclusive environment for these families.
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Rebecca (Bek)
Diploma Qualified Early Childhood Educator
Bek prides herself on her interpersonal skills, her calm demeanor, patience and tolerance supports the establishment of respectful relationships with children, families, colleagues and the community
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