Read on to find out who we have available and what amazing opportunities they offer for your Tamariki….
Introducing Stacey
I love nature play and the natural environment. I offer child led and organized activities with weekly outings in the community to gym classes, playgroups and music sessions. What families in care are saying about Stacey……..
“My baby settled so well, nothing was to hard for Stacey to support us with, lots of transition visits were offered, its now like a home away from home!”
“We love all the social opportunities Stacey offers with getting out and about in the community.”
“Stacey is amazing, so caring and respectful of our child’s needs. She recognises and celebrates cultural days, themes and we love the occasional pj day!”
AT A GLANCE:
Days available: 7.30am – 4.00pm Monday – Thursday, Fridays by negotiation
Hourly rate: $9.00 – Under 2’s $8.50 over 2’s
Drivers licence: Full
Qualifications: Certificate in Early Childhood Education – level four
First aid certificate: Yes
Lives in: Westbrooke
Introducing Andrea
Kia Ora! I have been an Educator for more then ten years and still continue to love it!! We get out and about lots on regular community activities. I believe that each child is individual and I strive to encourage their diversity and value their culture. What families in care are saying about Andrea……
“Andrea is so supportive of our child’s needs and creates an environment to meet his stage of development and interest’s.”
“We had a baby in care with Andrea and when our second child was born there was absolutely no hesitation in enrolling him too, Andrea is part of our family.”
“There are so many opportunities for our child to develop social skills through playgroups, regular trips to community events and music sessions, we love this about Homebased care.”
AT A GLANCE:
Days available: 8.00am – 5.00pm Monday – Friday
Hourly rate: $8.00
Drivers licence: Full
Qualifications: Certificate in Early Childhood Education – level four
First aid certificate: Yes
Lives in: Terrace End
Introducing Emma
I am a bright, bubbly educator offering a safe haven, with lots of spaces and adventures to thrive. My environment is in a rural setting with regular outings to community playgroups and music sessions. We love getting outdoors into nature exploring, turning every outing into an educational experience. What families in care are saying about Emma…….
“Emma is so welcoming and down to earth. She offers an amazing rural environment and we love that she offers pick ups and drop offs.”
“We were really nervous about putting our child in care but Emma made it so easy for us. She is so supportive and we love the adventures she takes them on in the community.’
“The programme Emma offers is amazing! Our four year old has so many opportunities to focus on getting ready for school, developing self-help skill’s and being independent, love this.”
AT A GLANCE:
Days available: 8.30am – 4.00pm Monday – Friday
Drivers licence: Full
Qualifications: Certificate in Early Childhood Education – level four
First aid certificate: Yes
Lives in: Mangamarie – pick ups and drop offs offered in this area
Introducing Lola
Hi, I am Lola! I love helping children learn, explore and grow in a caring home-based environment where every child feels valued, supported and encouraged to reach their full potential. What families in care are saying about Lola……
“We love her gentle nature and willingness to support our child at a pace that is suitable to their needs.”
“As a first time parent Lola made the enrolment process so easy and accommodated our needs. We loved the option of transition visits so we could get to know each other.”
AT A GLANCE:
Days available: 6.00am – 5.00pm Monday – Friday
Drivers licence: Full
Qualifications: Certificate in Early Childhood Education – level four
First aid certificate: Yes
Lives in: Feilding
Introducing Casey
I have been working with children for many years and have recently joined Little Monkeys at Home. I run a local community playgroup where I have the opportunity for my care children to engage and socialise with other children. We love going on adventures to parks and playgrounds and spending time in my home doing activities to support the children’s current interests. What care families are saying about Casey……
“We love her quite and caring nature when working with our child.”
“Love all the local activities that Casey is a part of including playgroups and music sessions. We feel like our child has developed socially through these opportunities”
AT A GLANCE:
Days available: 8.30am – 5.00pm Monday – Friday
Drivers licence: Full
Qualifications: Certificate in Early Childhood Education – level four
First aid certificate: Yes
Lives in: Awapuni
Introducing Frankie
I am fun, creative and love art activities! I offer an unstructured routine throughout the day, letting my little people take the lead! In my spare time I have a face painting business which caters to birthday parties, community events and preschools. I believe in using language and interactions that are authentic, with both Children and families. What care families are saying about Frankie……
“We love her positive energy and the opportunities she provides in arts and crafts!”
“Having worked as a nanny and in centres we were so confident in Frankies experience in the Early Childhood industry.”
“We are a bi-lingual family with English being our second language. Frankie supported us in providing opportunities for our child to strengthen her use of English while also taking the time to learn words in our first language to support our child”
AT A GLANCE:
Days available: 8.30am – 5.00pm Monday – Friday
Drivers licence: Full
Qualifications: Bachelor in Early Childhood Education
First aid certificate: Yes
Lives in: Terrace End
We are licensed to provide 20hrs ECE subsidised care for children three years and over we are also WINZ approved for families eligible for childcare subsidies.
