The Team

Meet The Team

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Sue Ballantyne

Teacher/Centre owner

Why do I like teaching very young Children?

“I enjoy working with young children because they are so honest and accepting. I love observing their wonder, curiosity, excitement and learning, as they develop reciprocal relationships.

I am greatly rewarded when I see the children so confident and...

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Russell Ballantyne

Teacher/Centre Owner

Why do I like teaching very young Children?

“I enjoy celebrating the achievements with the children and we get to see children at their most positive time of their life where everything is exciting and wondrous. To see a child come into our centre as a baby of six months and to leave as a thriv...

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Olivia King

Teacher

Why do I like teaching very young Children?

“I enjoy teaching in early childhood education because everyday is different, they bring new developments, funny moments, wonder, excitement and at all times unexpected challenges. On a daily basis, I am still continually amazed at the achievements th...

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Averil Kirkham

Teacher

Why do I like teaching very young Children?

“One of the best parts of working in ECE is getting to meet and build relationships with families and children from all different cultures and walks of life.

I also love watching the children’s sense of confidence and pride grow as they master new ski...

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Justin Naish

Teacher

Why do I like teaching very young Children?

“I really believe in the wonderment of learning alongside young children. This was the main reason I became an Early Childhood Teacher and continue to dedicate myself to early childhood education. It is an amazing career which is very challenging and rewa...

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Krista Debono

Teacher

**Why do you like teaching very young children? **

Supporting small children as they grow is one of the most fulfilling things I’ve ever experienced. Nurturing a child’s mana and being part of their social, emotional, cognitive and spiritual development is extremely rewarding. Being a part of build...

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Julie Sharpe

Teacher

Why do I like working at Early Childhood on Stafford It starts off for me to have a transformative boss mentor and owner who has transformed many lives with ingenuity and insight. This leads me to be a teacher who can feel she makes a difference where I can bring my teaching skills and be insp...

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Tash Loder

Centre manager

Why do I like teaching young children? The first 5 years of life are the most important in a child's holistic development. Working with infants and toddlers adds an extra dimension to the importance of how our individual tamariki grow and develop. I feel extremely privileged to have the opportun...

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Monika Gamble

Under Two room Head Teacher

**Why do I enjoyed working with young children? ** I am passionate about working with babies and toddlers as it is at this very young age the tamariki develop rapidly and acquire so many new skills that lay a foundation for life and further learning. It is a privilege to be able to build relationshi...

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Kinton Richards

Teacher

Why do I like teaching very young children? Children are ever-growing and evolving and love to express themselves in so many unique and curious ways. Their age is amazing as you see so many milestones in their time here and you see their personality start to come out. You get to see them take...

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Justine Lam - Sam -Tai

Teacher

**Why do I like Teaching very young children? ** I like teaching very young children because they bring joy, warmth, and a sense of purpose to my work. Their unlimited cuddles and affection create a loving environment, while their curiosity and adaptability push me to grow as a teacher. I enjoy watc...

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Charlie McLaren

Teacher

Why do I like teaching very young children? Young tamariki grow and develop very quickly and I love having the privilege of being part of their learning journey. I love how much energy young tamariki have and their amazing imaginations. Everyday with them is different and becomes a new adventure...

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Alesha Lind

Teacher

Why do I like teaching very young children ? Everyday is different full of adventure, fun, challenge and success. I enjoy working with children as they journey through their younger years, reaching milestones and achieving amazing things

**Why do I like teaching at Early Childhood on Stafford ...

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Ruyi Xu

Teacher

Why do I like teaching very young children?

As a mother, raising my own child has deepened my appreciation for the profound impact of early childhood education. I have an ocean of love to give—not only to my own child but to all children. In return, they fill me with incredible energy. This cyc...