Kia Ora, my name is Pauline.
I am the owner and Manager here at Grasshoppers Early learning centre.
I live in Cambridge along with my two Miniature Schnauzers 'Izzy and Lulu', and cat ‘Misty'.
I have three beautiful adult children.
For 17 years, I enjoyed nurturing children as a home-based Educator in my own home, but my dream was always to purchase a Childcare Centre to call my own. I really wanted to create a ‘home away from home’ feeling for children and their families. A safe place, where children are given opportunities similar to mine as child, where their interests are extended on, and they develop life-long skills for learning, in an environment where they feel loved and secure, as they do at home.
"Hi, my name is Michelle Rees.
My husband and I have lived in the Ohaupo area for almost three years now, after having lived and worked in Raglan for the past 40 years.
I am, and always have been, passionate about early childhood education, and prior to moving to Ohaupo I had been working at an early learning centre in Raglan.
I have always believed that by working in partnership with teachers and whanau, we can support our tamariki to establish positive foundations for the future.
I am excited to work in this wonderful learning environment and I look forward to the future with Grasshoppers and getting to know the families of our tamariki across all rooms."
"Kia Ora, I’m Sheraya,
I am a qualified and registered Teacher and Team Leader in the Fire Room (Preschool).
Over the past few years I have been involved in Early Childhood Education in both Cambridge and Ohaupo.
I live in Te Awamutu with my husband, Etienne, and our dog, Grohl.
When I’m not at work I enjoy reading books, spending time with family, working on photography and travelling.
I look forward to getting to know you and your child and being part of their learning journey."
Kia ora, my name is Kirsty!
I am the team leader of Ruuma Whenua (Earth room).
I live in Hamilton with my husband Kerryn, daughters Lucy and Ruby, and our many pets.
I have been in the Early Childhood industry for fourteen years.
I completed my Bachelor of Teaching (ECE) at Wintec in 2012.
I have worked in both centre based and homebased ECE settings.
I love my job and am so grateful to work with a team of passionate and caring Kaiako.
In my spare time I enjoy travel, singing and performing, and spending time with whanau and friends.
I am excited to partner with you and your child in their learning journey.
Kia ora, my name is Tessa.
I am the middle child of three and I am very close with my siblings and extended family.
I was born and raised in Hamilton and am happiest when around friends and family.
In my spare time I enjoy exploring the outdoors, fishing, getting creative and travelling.
I have been working in the Early Childhood sector for over 8 years and am both qualified and fully registered.
I believe in creating strong reciprocal relationships with tamariki (children) and whanau and aim to create a safe, fun, and inspiring environment, which empowers tamariki to explore, discover, play and develop.
I am the Team leader of Water Room and I love to support children learn and grow as individuals.
"Kia ora, my name is Chanelle and I am a Teacher in the Earth room.
I have recently completed my first year study towards the Bachelor of Teaching in Early Childhood with New Zealand Tertiary College.
I live in Te Awamutu with my husband Corban and our dog Wolf.
In my spare time I love to spend time with family and friends, go for hikes and try out new brunch spots.
I look forward getting to know you and your child and supporting them as they develop dispositions for life-long learning."
Kia Ora! Ko Adrianna tōku ingoa.
I am thrilled to be here at Grasshoppers.
I hold a Bachelor of Teaching and Learning Early Childhood and have taught in a wide range of early learning centres, both here in Aotearoa and overseas.
I have a real passion for working alongside our youngest tamariki, which was sparked by my interest in infant and child brain development.
I am passionate about ensuring our tamariki experience high quality care, in an environment that truly feels like a home away from home. I feel such an enormous sense of gratitude for being able to support your children at such a formative time in their lives.
I live in Ohaupo with my husband Jeroen and our daughter Eloise, who keeps us very busy. In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my family and friends. You will often find us at the zoo on the weekend, exploring all the wonderful animals with Eloise.
I am excited to be part of the wonderful team in the Earth room and look forward to getting to know both you and your children.
Tena koutou katoa, my name is Alyce.
My Husband and I, with out little boy, moved to the Waikato in 2017 where we bought our first home in Morrinsville. We then move to Kihikihi in 2020 and expanded our family, now with two boys and a little girl.
I have a passion for teaching with a special focus on how boys and girls learn differently. This forms my teaching in understanding what our tamariki need to accomplish their learning outcomes.
When I am not working I try to find time for my other interests and hobbies such as baking, shopping and watching Coro.
I cannot wait to get to know your whanau and support your tamariki along their learning journey.
Kia ora e te whānau, my name is Danni and I’m very excited to be joining the team in the Water room.
I hold a Graduate Diploma of Teaching (ECE) and am passionate about fostering creativity, curiosity, and a sense of wonder for tamariki.
With my background in photography and design comes an aspiration for tamariki to find imaginative and artistic ways of expressing themselves.
I am a child at heart, and I can often be seen laughing, playing, and even jumping in muddy puddles!
I currently live in Hamilton with my partner Sam, cat Mika, and many houseplants.
I enjoy op-shopping, gardening, baking, and spending time with friends and family.
I look forward to meeting you all and I feel truly grateful to be joining you on your child’s learning journey.
Kia ora, my name is Shania.
I grew up in Ohaupo and have lived here most of my life. I adore children and becoming and early childhood educator has been a passion of mine from a young age.
I live in Hamilton with my partner and his son. I am preparing to begin my study towards bachelors of education degree in 2023.
I look forward to getting to know your children
Kia ora,
My name is Nicola.
I am an experienced early childhood teacher.
I live locally, and my children went to Ȱhaupō School. My two oldest have left home for further education and my youngest daughter attends Cambridge High School.
I'm a keen gardener and nature lover.
When not working with children, you will find me at my parent's business, Ȱhaupō Olives, during the picking season.
Kia ora, I'm Megan.
I live in Te Awamutu with my husband Matt, Our daughter Sophie, Charlie the cat and Angel our rescue pup.
As a whanau we love being outdoors and you will often find us out on walks, tramping and camping.
I love the love arts and crafts and am a keen op shopper!
I have many years' experience working with a wide range of tamariki from babies to teens.
I am looking forward to getting to know you and your tamariki.
Kia Ora, my name is Tracy.
I am excited to meet you all!
With multiple years of experience in Early Childhood education, I can't wait to get to know you all and support your tamatiki with their learning journeys.
A little bit about me:
-I love animals and being in nature, I have a dog (Samoyed) called Peko and live on a farm in Rukuhia.
-I like working with my hands and enjoy creating many items.
-I make repurposed garden art in my spare time.
-I am also passionate about sustainable living and growing our own food.
I look forward to getting to know you.
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