Professional Development

All of our educators are guided by "How Does Learning Happen?" pedagogy and maintain ongoing professional development.

We invest in our educators' continuous learning through:
- Workshops and webinars on early childhood education
- "How Does Learning Happen?" training
- Special needs education
- Positive communication strategies
- College of Early Childhood Education Continuous Professional Learning Program
- Full cost coverage for training opportunities

Leadership

Sandy Deyo, RECE, Director
Melissa Ewing, RECE, Assistant Director
Svetlana Becker, Chef

Our Educators

Toddler Room:
Maura Southern, RECE
Ashley Flanders, RECE
Hannah Delaney, Child and Youth Worker

Junior Preschool Room:
Amber Peca, RECE
Johanne Kowalczyk, RECE

Senior Preschool Room:
Lisa Lackey, RECE
Alonna Murray, RECE

Junior Kindergarten Room:
Galyna Renbaum
Christina Blimkie, RECE
Melissa Ewing, RECE

Floater:
Riya Chaudhary, RECE

Board of Directors

The Early Beginnings Board provides overall direction through policy development, ensures adequate resources, builds relationships with Ottawa community groups, and advocates for the daycare.


Current Board Members:
Liora Shapiro - President
Nadav Goelman - Vice President
David Evans - Secretary
Jake Levinson - Treasurer
Oren Gafni - Member at Large
Andreea Rada - Member at Large
Adam Moscoe - Member at Large
Rafi Brass - Member at Large
Cody Albert - Member at Large
Jessica Lim - Member at Large
Sandy Deyo - Executive Director