About Tiny Scholars Child Care and Preschool

MRS. MAI – DIRECTOR & NOMINATED SUPERVISOR

Hi, my name is Mai and I am proudly the Director of the Tiny Scholars Childcare & Preschool. I have a very strong passion in Children including their development. I enjoy reading lots about strategies in dealing with children and I have a particular interest in additional needs children.

I have directed a number of childcare centres throughout my career and particularly enjoy working with my staff to ensure that the operation of the business is both successful and is always developing to ensure that Children, families and children all work together for the best interests of our children.

I have a particular important motto and that is that “children are our future” and the Early Years Framework is a good way to cherish a child’s interests and expanding on them to allow them to be fine young children and eventually independent adults who have a sense of being, belonging and becoming.

I grew up in a large family surrounded by lots of children and naturally this is where my passion for working with children came from. I believe that children are our future and I love helping them develop and explore their limitations as they grow into strong independent people.

I am a strong advocate for providing high quality care and education for the inclusion of all children with varying backgrounds and abilities. I believe that children in early childhood learn best though play experiences and environments where choice, imagination and independence are promoted and encouraged.

I am a firm believer of adhering to the current NSW Early Childhood law and regulations and I am in regular contact with the NSW Early Childhood Directorate in working out how children can become better facilitated.

MRS. FARHANA – 2IC/EDUCATIONAL LEADER/CERTIFIED SUPERVISOR

Hi, my name is Farhana and I am the Educational leader and 2IC at Tiny Scholars Childcare and Preschool.

My history of working with children goes back to 2006 when I first started working in a primary school in my country Bangladesh as a year 2 part time English teacher while studying my Bachelor in English degree under a national university.

After having my two beautiful children, my passion for looking after and working for children became more intense. I had realised that I have a natural fondness for young childhood which lead me to go for a career change.

I have completed my Certificate 3 and Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care from Meadowbank TAFE. At the moment, I am completing my Bachelor of Education (0-5 years) through Charles Sturt University and on my final year to complete the bachelor’s degree!

This was a very challenging experience for me with 2 young children but working with children is something I’ve always had a passion for. It stems from being the oldest sister of younger siblings.

In the past, I have worked as Nominated Supervisor, Educational leader, and 2IC in early childhood services in Sydney and have experience in the management and provision of early childhood education and care. I also have experience working with NSW primary schools as an active volunteer for 2 years.

As an early childhood professional, I hold a lifelong commitment and passion to provide the highest quality of early education to the children in my care. I am very fortunate to be closely involved and monitor all aspects of Tiny Scholars Childcare and Preschool in my role as 2IC and the Educational Leader. I take this ‘hands on’ approach due to my passion for high quality early childhood education and the enjoyment I get from working with a dedicated team of early childhood professionals.

At Tiny Scholars Childcare and preschool, I am working alongside the wonderful professional team and constantly ensuring we are improving in every way possible. We are constantly reflecting on what we have to offer and how we can make it better. We strive ourselves on being very inclusive and creating an environment where everyone feels welcome and at home.

My Philosophy in early Childhood is based upon my experiences and knowledge. I believe that understanding the needs and wants of a child is vital to the role as it allows us as educators to develop a learning environment for the child to gain a sense of ‘Belonging, Being and Becoming’.

MRS. MARY – ROOM LEADER/CERTIFIED SUPERVISOR

Hi, my name is Mary and I am the Room Leader in the Kookaburras room.

I became an Early Childhood Educator because I always loved working with children ever since I graduated with a bachelor’s degree in primary education from a University back home in the Philippines. When I migrated to Australia I knew I wanted to continue to teach and be with children. I was offered a position at Tiny Scholars as a trainee and I couldn’t say no. I have then progressed to finish my Diploma with Tiny Scholars Childcare and Preschool.

I have been working with Tiny Scholars since 2013 and I love working at Tiny Scholars as they provide a different range of educational activities for the children. They also have an excellent team of Child Educators who are so friendly and deal with the everyday challenges in a professional manner and set daily goals for each child to work towards.

With these years of experience and being a mother of two, working with children continues to be my passion as an educator. Shaping their future and preparing them emotionally, intellectually and socially is what I value most because I believe that if children have a good foundation in learning they will have a better future in education.

My Favorite part of this industry is creating special memories and lifelong relationships with the children and families I meet. I really enjoy creating much fun and learning experiences with my children and watching them grow.

As part of my personal philosophy, I strive on building appropriate and strong relationships with families, children and educators. I personally believe children learn through play as this provides them with the tools needed to build on their knowledge and skills through planned and spontaneous experiences.

The next step for me will be to study a Bachelor in Early Childhood Education which will happen in the near future.

MS. ELLE – TRAINEE EDUCATOR

I am working towards becoming an Early Childhood Educator by doing a trainee-ship and studying my certificate 3 in children’s services because I have always enjoyed working with kids and I love watching children grow and learn in the first few years of life. I love working at Tiny Scholars because the staff know all the families and children very well and it’s like one big family.

My personal Philosophy is that I want to come to work everyday and work hard to build trusting relationships with the staff, children and the families of the centre. Each day I want to learn something new about the childcare.

I can not wait to finish my studies and gain my certificate 3 in Children’s services.

MS. EVA – CERT 3 EDUCATOR ASSISTANT

Hi, my name is Eva and I am the educator assistant in the koalas room.  I have recently completed my Certificate III of Early Childhood Education & Care and had experience making children’s observation and portfolio under EYLF and NQF when I was in TAFE.

I am Chinese and can speak mandarin. I look forward to connecting with all the families and children at the service. I am an asset to those families who are Chinese and speak mandarin as I can be an interpreter to those who have difficulty communicating.\

The Childcare industry is rewarding and pleasant. From the smiles of the children, to the sense of belonging in the community and self-help learning are just among the few things I have come to appreciate in the Industry.

My Philosophy in early childhood is to treat all children with kindness and patience and understand that every child is an individual with their own specific requirements and demands.

I also believe that working with parents is vital to understanding the child and their interests. It is from their individual interests that we can strengthen and assist in the development of a happy, learning and unique child.

MS. NATALIA – KOOKABURRAS EDUCATOR

Hi, I am Natalia. I have a teaching background of 9 years experience working with children from 0 to 12 years old.
I have an overseas Bachelor of Teaching Degree recognized by the Australian Education International-National Office of Overseas Skills Recognition.

Furthermore, I have international experience, working with children in Russia, France and Australia. Knowing different approaches in teaching and education makes me suitable as an educator.

Moreover, I am a very creative person full of interesting ideas and happy to share them with my colleagues, children and families.

I have also organised and ran a puppet theater for bilingual children in Perth, WA.

“It takes a big heart to help shape little minds” to which you will find out that I have a big heart for the children here at Tiny Scholars.

I am looking forward to a long term partnership with this lovely centre and all the families who trust their children in our hands.