Kia ora Koutou, I am a qualified Early Childhood Teacher with over 20years of experience. I started my teaching career in New Zealand working in a private childcare and finally worked for the Auckland Kindergarten Association for over six years. I am happily married and blessed with two beautiful daughters.
I studied a Bachelor of Teaching ECE at New Zealand Tertiary College. I have been teaching with a range of age groups for more than 12years. I am a very passionate teacher and children are a big focus of my teaching philosophy. I look forward to working with you and your children.
Kia Ora. My name is Natasha Dmello. I am a qualified Early Childhood Educator with over 10 years of experience in the field of teaching and leading. I firmly believe that a leader leads by example and I strive each day to stay true to that belief through my practice both as a teacher and a leader. For me, learning is a never ending journey and ECE is a sector where you learn something new each day. Working alongside families and the teaching team is my strength and I constantly work towards building my relationships with our families and teachers. Outside the centre, I dedicate most of my time to my two little boys who teach me so much through their resilience, courage and playfulness.
Kia Ora, I am Joella from India. I am a Qualified and Provisionally Registered Teacher. l truly believe that children are naturally confident learners and my role as a kaiako is to empower them to reach their highest potential. I vow to demonstrate effective teaching practices to recognise their strengths, support their needs, and promote their well-being so they can develop into confident individual intellects. I look forward to getting to know your amazing children and am thrilled to be a part of their learning journey.
Mabuhay! My name is Vianca. I am a qualified and provisionally registered teacher. I was born in the Philippines and have been living in Aotearoa for the past 12 years. As a kaiako, I believe that children learn best when they receive learning that is filled with inclusivity, respect, and authenticity. I strive to be a kaiako that views tamariki as a whole and who are capable, competent, and have confidence in themselves. I look forward to working with you all at Youngworld.
Kia Ora My name is Falise Gwimbi. I am a qualified Early Childhood Teacher with almost 10 years of teaching experience. Teaching and spending time with little children is my passion. Watching them grow and learn new things everyday makes my world go round. I strongly believe that children learn a lot from their immediate environment, so this makes me want to be their perfect role model by showing them what a good personality is and more. Also, a good relationship with parents and the surrounding community is my priority because surely it takes a village to raise a child.
Ni Hao everyone, My name is Pure. I am from China and have been in New Zealand for almost four years. I graduated from New Zealand Tertiary College with a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education. I like singing, swimming, and hiking. I really enjoy spending time with children. I will do my best to take care of your children and build relationships with them.
Magandang Buhay! My name is Tin hailing from the picturesque Philippines. I have dedicated over 4 years in teaching, spanning experiences in my homeland and in vibrant Singapore. With a perpetually youthful spirit, I embody a kid-at-heart essence. Known for my bubbly and warm demeanour, I find joy in engaging with children. I go beyond play, infusing learning in different activities ensuring each moment carries significance. My belief is that building an authentic connection with every child is the bedrock of effective teaching. I’m committed to teaching minds, touching hearts, and transforming the lives of children, fostering an environment of growth and genuine learning.
Pagbati! I am Ciana, a Qualified and Provisionally Registered teacher. I was born and raised in the beautiful country of Philippines. As an educator, I believe that every classroom is a unique community of learners that differs not only in abilities, but also in learning styles. For me, the role of a Kaiako is to give children the tools to cultivate their own garden of knowledge. Looking forward to meeting you and being part of your learning journey at Young World!
Kia Ora, I’m Mahboubeh Soltani. I have graduated in Midwifery in Iran. I’m a mother of two daughters and one son. For over 20 years I had my own midwifery clinic and was looking after the mothers and their babies’ health during their pregnancy. I have been living with my family since more than one year in New Zealand. I always care about children and love to be involved with them. I am an excellent cook who enjoys preparing different meals and love baking. I am excited to be a part of the children's journey nourishing their bodies.
Kia Ora, My name is Kasuni Athukorala and I was born and raised in Sri Lanka. I am a passionate and dedicated early childhood educator committed to nurturing the young minds of tomorrow. With 3+ years of experience in the field, I have sharpened my skills and knowledge to create a positive and enriching learning environment for children during their formative years. My passion for early childhood education extends beyond the classroom. I firmly believe that investing in the early years of a child's life sets the foundation for their future success. I am excited to embark on this educational journey with your child, and I look forward to creating meaningful, joyful, and transformative learning experiences together.