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, Advanced Diploma in Children's Services
Full Time/ 5 days per week
23 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 23 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.

Teacher, Graduate Diploma in Early Childhood
Part Time/ 3 days per week
1 year of service at KCC

I became and Early Childhood Educator because I am passionate about helping children learn, grow, and develop confidence. I love creating meaningful learning experiences and supporting children as they explore the world around them.

I love working at Kookaburra because Kookaburra is a warm and welcoming community where children, families, and educators work together. I enjoy building positive relationships, sharing in children's learning journeys, and being part of a supportive team.

Teacher, Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care, Studying Bachelor of ECEC
Full Time/ 5 days per week
4 years 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. 

CURRENTLY ON MATERNITY LEAVE

Cook/Educator, Certificate III in Children's Services
Full Time/ 5 days per week
29 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 27 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
Full Time/ 5 days per week
4 years 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, Studying Bachelor in ECEC
Full Time/ 5 days per week
19 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.

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

I became an Early Childhood Educator because I grew up in a large family and have 11 nieces and nephews, which inspired me to pursue this career path. Being surrounded by children from a young age helped me develop a passion for supporting their growth and development. I love working with children, watching them learn and achieve new milestones, and knowing that I am part of their journey as they grow and develop into confident individuals.

I love working at Kookaburra because I look forward to coming to work every day and spending time with the children. Seeing their enthusiasm for learning and being part of their growth is incredibly rewarding.

Educator/Lead Educator, Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care, Studying Diploma in ECEC
Full Time/ 5 days per week
5 years 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
Part Time/ 3 days per week
13 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
4 years 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. 

Educational Leader
Part Time/ 2 days per week
14 years of service at KCC

Lead Educator, Diploma in ECEC
Full Time/ 5 days per week
1 year of service at KCC

Lead Educator, Diploma in ECEC 
Full Time/ 5 days per week
3 years of service at KCC

Educator, Diploma in Children's Services
Full Time/ 5 days per week
20 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
Casual 
19 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.

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

I became an Early Childhood Educator because I love watching children grow and develop their own personalities, as well as being able to teach them the most important things within the first five years.

I love working at Kookaburra because it’s such fun and friendly environment, you’ll always make friendships at Kookaburra.

Educator, Certificate III in ECEC, Diploma ECEC (currently studying)
Full Time/ 5 days per week
1 year of service at KCC

I became and Early Childhood Educator because I instantly felt at home when I did work experience in the industry 6 years ago. I was offered a school based traineeship that later turned into a full time job. I love being able to make children smile and make their day a little brighter. Being able to watch them grow and learn new things everyday is amazing to be part of.

I love working at Kookaburra because everyone works together as a team and there is always support given when needed. It’s one big happy family!

Educator, Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (currently studying)
Full Time/ 5 days per week

3 years of service at KCC

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

Educator, Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care

Casual/ 2 days per week
2 years of service at KCC