Meet our Staff and Educators

Our team of Staff and Educators are dedicated to delivering the highest quality Early Childhood Education and Care to all children who attend our service.

We pride ourselves on our highly skilled long term Educators and Admin Staff.

Browse through our profiles or come on down to the Centre and see us. We would love meet you!

Director, Advandced Diploma in Children's Services
Full Time/ 5 days per week
21 Years of service at KCC

I became an Early Childhood Educator because from a very young age I always loved babies, so it seemed like a natural progression for me to pursue a career in Early Childhood Education. I came to Kookaburra as a work experience student in 2002 whilst studying my Certificate III in Children's Services and was offered a full time job at the Centre. During my 21 years at Kookaburra I have worked as an Assistant Educator, Lead Educator, Assistant Director and now Director and worked in every room within the Centre. I also studied my Diploma and Advanced Diploma in Children's Services during this time.

I love working at Kookaburra because it's such a fun and enjoyable place to be. We are like a big family and I have made some lifelong friends during my time at the Centre. Getting to know the children and their families is so rewarding and as a parent myself I can appreciate how important the relationships between families and our staff is.

Educator, Diploma in Children's Services, Studying Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood)
Part Time/ 2 days per week
13 years of service at KCC

I became an Early Childhood Educator because, I was lucky enough to get a school based traineeship. I loved coming to work every Wednesday and was so happy when I was offered a full time job.

I love Kookaburra because it is full of beautiful children and wonderful staff! It feels like one big happy family.

CURRENTLY ON MATERNITY LEAVE

Lead Educator, Cert III in Early Childhood Education and Care, Studying Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care
Full Time/ 5 days per week
1 year of service at KCC

I became an Early Childhood Educator because I have had a passion for working with children for many years, which started when I was a swim teacher. I have now progressed into nurturing children as a Lead Educator creating engaging environments for all ages. 

I love working at Kookaburra because it has been a very welcoming family environment since I started. I have created some wonderful relationships with the children and their families. There have been so many wonderful moments and milestones as I continue to watch them learn and grow. 

Cook/Educator, Certificate III in Children's Services
Full Time/ 5 days per week
26 years of service at KCC

I became an Early Childhood Educator because when I volunteered for 2 days at Kookaburra I instantly fell in love with the children and the Centre! Turn the clock forward 26 years and I still love coming to work every day!

I love the relationships you build with the children and their families that last long after they've finished at Kookaburra and the amazing workmates who have become lifelong friends.

Educator, Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (currently studying)
Full Time/ 5 days per week
1 year of service at KCC

I became an Early Childhood Educator because I love helping children learn and engaging in play with them. 

I love working at Kookaburra because the staff are amazing and working here feels like one big family. 

Lead Educator, Diploma in Children's Services
Full Time/ 5 days per week
15 years of service at KCC

I became an Early Childhood Educator because growing up in a big family and being the oldest one, I was always looking out for and caring for the younger children. This made me sure I wanted a career working with and educating children. It is such an amazing and rewarding feeling to know that you are supporting children through some of the most important years of their lives.

What I love about being a part of Kookaburra is the amazing play environments the Centre offers for children to learn and explore in, the fact that the Centre is a Community Based Not for Profit organisation so all the funds made go back into the Centre for improvements and resources for the staff and children, and the way the Management Committee take care of the staff and make us feel valued and supported as if we are all part of the Kookaburra family.

Lead Educator, Diploma in Children's Services
Full Time/ 5 days per week
10 years of service at KCC

I became an Early Childhood Educator because I was studying Early Childhood Education at high school when an opportunity came up for me to study my Certificate III in Children's Services at Kookaburra. So I completed my Cert III before leaving high school and was offered a full time position at Kookaburra once completing year 12. I have stayed at the Centre ever since.

I love that working at Kookaburra means we get to have fun every day with the other Educators and the children and their families. Not a day goes by that the children don't make me laugh or smile!

CURRENTLY ON MATERNITY LEAVE

Educator, Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
Full Time/ 5 days per week
4 year of service at KCC

I became an Educator as I was offered the opportunity of a School Based Traineeship at Kookaburra and I have loved every Wednesday I have worked. I am also glad I will learn skills and knowledge relating to the care and education of children that a can hopefully apply to my own children should I have them.

I love working at Kookaburra because the staff and children make it a fantastic environment to work in, which makes the job one thousand times better. I feel welcomed and supported each time I come through the door.

Assistant Director, Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care
Full Time/ 5 days per week
11 years of service at KCC

I became an Early Childhood Educator because I have always enjoyed working with kids from a young age and love watching children grow and learn in the first few years of life.

I love working at Kookaburra because the staff know all the families very well and it's like one big family.

Educator, Certificate III in Children's Services
Full Time/ 5 days per week
1 year of service at KCC

I became an Early Childhood Educator because I've always enjoyed being with and around children. I love seeing little people learn, grow and just being in the presence of happy people surrounding then to support their growth. 

I love working at Kookaburra because it has been so welcoming coming to a centre that reminds me of the centre I use to be at in South Australia. I love being here and being apart of the Kookaburra Family. 

Educator, Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
Full Time/ 5 days per week
3 years of service at KCC

I became an Early Childhood Educator because since my early high school years I have always wanted to work with children. I like the idea of being able to be a part of the children's life and help them learn and grow. There is never a dull moment working with children and everyday is always fun and different. Seeing the children happy and playing makes me believe I have one of the best jobs in the world.

I love working at Kookaburra because it is such a friendly and positive environment. All the staff and families are so welcoming and supportive. The centre is like one big family.

Educator, Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
Part Time/ 4 days per week
3 years of service at KCC

I became an Early Childhood Educator because I love the idea of making a difference in the lives of some of our most vulnerable people. I love how children can learn so much from us in those critical first 5 years of life and how they can, in return, teach us many valuable things.

I love working at Kookaburra because, since my very first day at the Centre I have felt welcomed by the children, parents, staff and Management of the Centre. This has helped me to build great relationships with everyone throughout the Service.

Educator, Diploma in Children's Services
Full Time/ 5 days per week
17 years of service at KCC

I became an Early Childhood Educator because I always loved working with children ever since I graduated from University back home (Cebu). When I migrated to Australia there was an opportunity for me to be an Early Childhood Educator through a training program provided by the Australian government. This program provided me with the chance to work at different Childcare Centres in the Mackay region and during my placement at Kookaburra I was offed a full time position.

I love working at Kookaburra 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.

Educator (Inclusion Support), Certificate III in Children's Services, Certificate IV in Disability
Part Time/ 2 days per week
18 years of service at KCC

In 1997 I became a foster carer working with vulnerable families. I was then given the opportunity to do my trainee-ship at Kookaburra in 2003. This put me on my path of working in disability and child safety sector where I completed my Certificate IV in Disability and Diploma in Child Youth and Family Intervention. Seeing the need for inclusion support in early education I returned to Kookaburra to help support young children and their families to meet their goals.

I love working at Kookaburra because it has provided me with some amazing experiences in the 2 decades I have been affiliated with the Centre. The Centre has a high stability rate which is reflected in the many long term Educators at the Service. I love working alongside the team whose dedication, empathy and inclusive practices ensure they achieve the best outcomes for the children and their families.

Educator, Certificate III in Children's Services
Part Time/ 2 days per week
8 years of service at KCC

I became an Early Childhood Educator because before graduating high school I knew I wanted to have a career working with children. I worked very hard whilst in high school to obtain my Certificate III in Children's Services with the goal of obtaining a position as an Early Childhood Educator once I finished school. Thankfully I was able to get a position at Kookaburra and I wouldn't have it any other way!

I love working at Kookaburra because it has a wonderful atmosphere and is such a beautiful Centre full of amazing children and staff. I love coming to work every day and seeing my 'other' family, my KCC family.

CURRENTLY ON MATERNITY LEAVE

Teacher, Bachelor of Learning Management (Early Childhood)
Full Time/ 5 days per week
2 year of service at KCC

I became an Early Childhood Teacher because it provides opportunities to influence children's lives, not just the everyday moments but the possibility of positively impacting children long into the future. I was fortunate to have a wonderful early childhood and I still remember today, the warmth, fun and magic I experienced and to be able to pass that on to children today is such a special privilege.

I love working at Kookaburra because the children, families, staff and management have all been so welcoming and inclusive. The outdoor environment is so refreshing and a wonderful adventure land for the children to explore and create through play. I look forward to what the future holds as part of the Kookaburra team.

Lead Educator, Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care
Full Time/ 5 days per week

3 years of service at KCC

I became an Early Childhood Educator because I knew that I wanted a job where I could be creative and have fun.

I love working at Kookaburra because I have made many friends and a lot of close relationships with children and their families.

Educator, Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
Part Time/ 3 days per week
2 year of service at KCC

I became an Early Childhood Educator because I enjoy spending time with children. Being the eldest of a large family, I have been looking after and babysitting cousins since I was a teenager. After staying at home for 5 years with my baby, I had a special opportunity to study my Certificate III in Early Childhood Education, and feel lucky that I was able to get a position working at Kookaburra.

I love working at Kookaburra because I feel welcome and all the staff are very supportive. I am happy being a part of the Kookaburra family.

Educator, Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care, Currently studying Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care
Full Time/ 5 days per week
3 years of service at KCC

I became an Early Childhood Educator because I love working with children, watching them grow, accomplish new goals and knowing I am apart of their journey. 

I love working at Kookaburra because I love coming to work everyday excited to see the children and having fun engaging in learning experiences with them. 
 

Educator, Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care
Part Time/ 4 days per week
20 years of service at KCC

I became an Early Childhood Educator because I have a passion for working with young children and believe that quality early childhood education is paramount in developing a lifelong love of learning.

I love working at Kookaburra because we are a team, children and Educators, of mixed personalities that share our knowledge and skills with each other. We are curious and enthusiastic about learning and teaching and we accomplish all this through play.

Administration Officer, Cert III in Business, Currently Studying Cert IV in Business Admin
5 years of service at KCC

From a young age I always wanted to work with children. When I was in high school I got a job at Kookaburra as the junior office clerk and that was when I realised how much I liked working in Admin. Working at Kookaburra provides an opportunity to perform both roles I love, working with and helping children develop and performing an administration role.

I love working at Kookaburra because it is like a family. I have seen many changes to the service over the years and had all three of my children attend the service and the one thing that has never changed is the feeling of being a part of the Kookaburra family.

School Based Trainee Educator, Studying Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
1 year of service at KCC

I became an Early Childhood Educator because I have always loved being around kids, watching them learn new things everyday and see the excitement on their face is all worth it!

I love working at Kookaburra because everyone is so welcoming and it truly feels like one big family! Everyone is so supportive and kind to everyone.