Roger Tan

Franchisee Owner

Hello, my name is Roger Tan, I am from Beijing in China. I have a deep passion for providing quality childcare and education. I take great joy from observing and encouraging children as they develop into life-long learners, creating, discovering, making social connections and becoming confident in their abilities. It is my aim to provide an environment when your child can grow healthily and happily.
I am very excited to share with you my beautiful pre-school in Albany, with brand new equipment, wonderful staff and advanced management support and experience. Please come by soon and see it for yourself. We would love to show you why we are so successful. We will be opening in July 2018. Please call our head office for enquiries, email us or visit our website for updates.

Joy Cho

Centre Manager

Kia Ora. My name is Joy CHO. I am originally from Korea and I have been living in New Zealand since 2000. I did my Diploma in Early Childhood Education in Christchurch and graduated at the University of Canterbury. I am a dedicated and fully registered early childhood teacher with a passion for children’s learning and care.

I believe children’s early stage of life is so crucial to the adult they will become, and I love having a part of and making a difference to their learning and development. Here at Just Kidz Albany we incorporate Te Whariki into our everyday life, I especially enjoy encouraging Parents, Families and Whanau into taking part in our service as well as adopting parents’ contribution in their children’s learning and development. I believe that each child is unique, competent and capable. I enjoy working collaboratively with families, children, parents and teachers towards the common goal of ensuring that children have the opportunities to gain knowledge in all areas that are meaningful to them. We have the most wonderful team of teachers here at Just Kidz Albany and I feel privileged to be part of it. I look forward to working with you and your children.

Emma Kwon

Assistant Centre Manager

Kia Ora.

My name is Emma Kwon. I am from Korea and arrived in New Zealand since 2011. I finished my graduate Diploma of Teaching in New Zealand Tertiary College.

I as a fully registered teacher have five years of experience in Early Childhood Education Sector and have been working with all age group from infants to pre-schoolers. I am a person who thrive in a challenging environment that I can implement my great initiative and ability to organise and manage tasks to a high standard. I will always endeavour to provide a wide range of learning experiences and creative environment. Here at Just Kidz Allbany, I am look forward to working with you and your children.

Kerena Harris

Head Teacher

Hi, my name is Kerena Harris.

I have a Diploma of Teaching in Early Childhood Education and am fully registered. I have been working with young children for 10 years and love seeing them learn and grow. I live with my partner and in my spare time enjoy seeing my friends and family.

I have a passion to work with and teach infants and toddlers and look forward to getting to know all the children and families.

Abby

Teacher

Hi, Everyone.

My name is Abby and I am from China. I have been in New Zealand for five years and I have found my deep passion for the children and the early childhood education. I have completed the 3 years Bachelor of Teaching and has become a qualified teacher which will also constantly encourage me to update my pedagogical knowledge and teaching strategy.

I believe that each child is unique as they have their individual social, emotional, intellectual and physical qualities. Every child deserve the opportunity to learn in ways that enable the development of their abilities and the strengths. As a teacher in Just Kidz Albany, I will provide the appropriate guidance for the children and help their holistic development.

Juliana Croukamp

Teacher

My name is Juliana Croukamp, I am currently studying Psychology and I plan on getting my qualification in Early Childhood Education in 2020.
I have always been fascinated by the potential that every child shows, even from a very young age. Children are the future of our world, and therefore I believe that it is very important to support and encourage them from the very beginning of their lives, to reach their fullest potential.

To be able to play a part in a young child’s development is such a special opportunity, one that comes with great responsibility. I look forward to grasping this opportunity with both hands.

Melissa Sullivan

Teacher

My name is Melissa Sullivan. I am from South Africa and have been in New Zealand for 2 months. I have a diploma in early childhood education and have been working with young children for 6 years. I have found that it is my passion to work and teach young children of any age and love watching them grow. I look forward to working with you and your children

Sarah Broughton

Teacher

Kia Ora, my name is Sarah Broughton. I am from Auckland, New Zealand and have been here all my life. I have achieved N.C.E.A Level One, Two and Three. I have also achieved a Level 2 Certificate in Early Childhood Education.

I have a passion for the development and wellbeing of our children. I believe each child is unique and learn differently. Having this opportunity to be an educator at JustKidz Albany is extremely rewarding as I get to do what I love most.

Danien Van Heerden

Cook

Hi, Everyone. My name is Danien Van Heerden and started at Justkidz Albany as a cook. I am originally from South Africa, my husband and I decided to move to wonderful New Zealand 6 year ago. In my spare time, I enjoy baking, cooking and spending time with friends and family. I feel super privileged to be part of the Just Kidz Albany team, providing all the little ones with healthy balanced meals..