About WVCP

As a Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE)  with over 15 years of experience, I am dedicated to fostering inclusive, high-quality early learning environments that support children’s emotional resilience, social development, and overall well-being. My work emphasizes early intervention, responsive behavior guidance, and strong educator mentorship, ensuring that children receive the individualized support they need to reach their developmental milestones.

At the core of my professional philosophy is communication and collaboration with families. I believe that family engagement is essential to a child’s development, and I strive to create meaningful partnerships that strengthen the connection between home and school. Through open dialogue, shared learning, and ongoing support, I ensure that families feel empowered and informed in their child’s early learning journey.

As Executive Director of Westboro Village Cooperative Preschool, I lead with a focus on professional growth and continuous learning. I mentor educators in proactive and reflective behavior management, adaptive teaching practices, and intentional classroom strategies that align with current best practices in early childhood education. By fostering a culture of self-reflection and collaboration, I ensure that educators feel confident in creating nurturing, developmentally appropriate learning environments tailored to the unique needs of each child.

My approach is built on early intervention, individualized support, and a commitment to lifelong learning. By working closely with educators, families, and community partners, I strive to create a foundation for children that fosters curiosity, confidence, and a love for learning while ensuring that the early childhood professionals guiding them are equipped with the knowledge and skills to support their success.

Hello everyone!I graduated in 2018 from St. Lawrence College – Kingston Campus in the Early Childhood Education program.  I am thrilled to be a part of the WVCP family! 

My goal as a RECE is to provide a safe, positive, and inclusive environment for children to learn and grow. Every child is unique and different, and catering to each child’s individual needs is vital for their develpmental growth. I believe children can learn so much through play and exploration!

My job as an educator is to provide those learning opportunities with plenty of open-ended materials and tools along with thought-provoking questions.

I believe bringing nature into the classroom is important. Where children can take the time to investigate and see parts of nature from a different perspective.

Respect for the children, families, educators and directors is vital. Everyone deserves to be treated equally, and open communication should always be available.

My first introduction to education was in my own early education. I had the most amazing experiences and educators that I looked up to, and still, do. I have always wanted to become an educator and make an impact in children’s lives. I am an RECE. I studied in the early childhood education field at Algonquin college and most recently graduated with my ECE diploma.

 Children are all unique individuals. Not all children learn and think the same, but none the less, they all deserve equal opportunities and experiences. I believe as an educator it is important to teach children the way they learn, rather than expect children to learn the way I teach. When planning activities or exploration opportunities, I also plan alternative options to support each child’s personal expression and engagement.

In addition, I believe every program has at least three teachers, the educators, the environment and the children. An effective learning environment should be a place that children feel supported and welcomed. A place where children aren’t afraid to explore, express and learn. An effective environment supports children’s development and growth, in every aspect. As well, children are amazing teachers. We can learn so much from children. When we give children opportunities to lead, direct, guide and teach, they will surprise you. Inside every child is a competent, capable and curious learner, who is waiting for opportunities to share their experiences and knowledge. Crazy things happen when we give children platforms, and luckily for me, I build my students stages.