Our Staff
A Warm Hello From All the Staff
All the staff at Teeter Tots Early Learning Centre are qualified with either their Responsible Adult, Early Childhood Education Assistant, Early Childhood Education or Infant Toddler Education Certificates. Along with these courses staff hold a valid First Aid certificate and other childcare related certificates. Staff also attend yearly conventions with many different topics related to Early Childhood or After School Care Fields.
Berta Beleno
Early Childhood Educator
Licia Thomas
Manager / Early Childhood Educator
Hi, my name is Licia. I have been with Teeter Tots since 2015, I have completed my Early Childhood Education certificate with Pacific Rim in 2023. I hold a valid food safe and first aid certificate along with many other childhood related certificates. I enjoy getting to spend time with the children here in our programs teaching and learning many new things. Outside of work I am an avid traveler, I am so happy to bring back many new things for the children to learn and try from my travels. I also love to camp during the summer months with my two fur babies!
Tabetha Turcotte
Infant Toddler Educator
Hi my name is Tabetha (Tabbey for short). I graduated in 2006 with my Early Childhood Education certificate from CNC college. I recently graduated in 2021 from the Infant Toddler program at Pacific Rim College. I have been employed with Teeter Tots Daycare since 2007. I have spent all my years working in the daycare and subbing in the After-School Care. I hold a recent food safe and childcare first aid certificate. I am excited to be working in the infant toddler centre. I am creative, passionate, and very patient and am very dedicated to making a great program for the children. I look forward to getting to know you and your family. I am married with 3 children, Katie (2005), Adam (2008)an (2011). I have achieved a black belt in Tae Kwon Do and I enjoy camping and ringette.
Donna VandenBrink
Daycare Program Supervisor / Early Childhood Educator
Hello! My name is Donna VandenBrink. I have held a diploma in Early Childhood Education since 1976, I taught in Kamloops for 13 years in 2 different daycares. I moved to Fort St.John and had a home daycare for 6 years, I then moved to Prince George and was the supervisor at Hartland Preschool for 22 years. I have also worked at the Child Development Centre for 3 1/2 years until they closed their program. I have taught at Teeter Tots for the past 2 years, I enjoy working with children and their families. My goal is to develop a program that promotes the social, emotional, intellectual, physical and language development of each child. I am married, have 2 sons and 2 grandchildren, 2 dogs and 1 cat.
Anna Gervais
Administration Assistant / Early Childhood Educator Assistant
Hello, my name is Anna. I started at Teeter Tots back in 2019 after completing my Bachelor's degree with a major in psychology at Vancouver Island University. During that time I also completed my ECEA certificate. I enjoy working with children because they make me laugh and they keep it real.
Laneathea Headrick
Infant Toddler Program Supervisor / Infant Toddler Educator
Hello, my name is Laneathea, Lyn for short :) Ever since I could remember I have always wanted to play a big part in children's education. As I was growing up, I would play "school" and have always wanted to be a mom. I was most certain that I wanted to work in childcare in high school and took the Early Childhood Education course after graduating. I have been in the child care field since 2004 with time off in between raising my 3 children. I'm dedicated to creating stimulating play experiences, imaginative arts and a safe atmosphere for each child's individual needs. I believe in working in partnership with parents, welcoming ideas and encouraging comments and suggestions regarding their child(ren). I enjoy family fun activities, including camping tobogganing and going for walks. I look forward to meeting new faces!
Bryttney Skutelnik
Early Childhood Educator
My name is Bryttney and i started working here in the summer of 2021 in the after school care program. I discovered how much i enjoyed working with children and got my ECEA. I plan to eventually get my full ECE. Outside of work i love hanging with my friends.
Sanampreet
Early Childhood Educator Assistant
Myself sanampreet i passionate with a love to educate the today,s youth and adapt in creating a well rounded curriculum activities that meets education standards.
Encouraged students to participate in different activities and explore more about different things.
Followed rules and regulations regarding the safety of students.
Involvement of nature as much as possible.
Maddy Novak
Early Childhood Education Assistant
Hello! my name is Madelynne (Maddy). I have worked at the community centre for 6 years now as a caterer. After turning 19, I completed may responsible adult course and became part of the After School Care Program. I am passionate, outdoorsy, creative and love to share my experiences with the kids! Working with the after school children had encourage me to complete my ECEA certificate. I am working towards by full ECE certificate and I'm so excited to expand my knowledge and ensure that I can provide a safe, comfortable and fun environment for children of all ages. Outside of work I am an artist. I love cooking, writing, reading, photography and listening to music. I am also an adventurer. I love to explore BC with my family: we do biking, boating, hiking, and most recently paddle boarding, I almost have too many hobbies to count! During my time with the ASC program I've discovered that children enlighten my life. I enjoy teaching new skills to them and being an outlet for their expressions. I enjoy getting to know all the their personalities and I look forward to definite growth.
Jin Kim
Early Childhood Educator
Hello. My name is Jin. I worked in daycare centers and kindergartens in Korea and worked for a long time as a second language English instructor for elementary and middle school students. I have an ECE certificate and a TESOL certificate. I want to deliver many diverse experiences to children in line with their developmental level. I am so happy to be having time with the lovely Teeter Tots kids.
Syerra Ferguson
Responsible Adult
Hi my name is Syerra and I'm 21 years old! I started working for Teeter Tots in November of 2022, and I absolutely love it! As of right now I hold my Responsible Adult certificate, but I am hoping to work towards getting my full ECE. I enjoy working with the children and the energy they bring into a room. Outside of work I love hanging with my dogs and snowboarding!
Jamie Bukkos
Responsible Adult
Hi! My name is Jamie, I am an after school care provider at teeter tots since march 2021. I have completed my responsible adult certificate, food safe 1 certificate and i am working on more child related certificates. I believe kids deserve a safe and positive place to learn, grow and build skills to help them become happy and healthy humans. Right now i am in school working towards becoming a elementary teacher. I look forward to meeting you and your kids!
Chhavi Gangi
Responsible Adult
Hi! My name is Chhavi. I am a second-year Biology student at CNC. I'm happy to be a member of Teeter Tots Early Learning Centre. Working with children has always been a love of mine, so getting this position is like fulfilling my dream. I'm certified as a Responsible Adult and have first aid training for children. Also, I'm aiming to complete my Early Childhood Education (ECE) programme in the future to expand my knowledge and abilities in this area. For me, there are new opportunities every day. I am excited to start my journey with Teeter Tots and keep learning and growing. I am extremely thankful to have been accepted into this amazing community dedicated to the teaching and development of young children.
Dawna Varley
Responsible Adult
I have worked for The Columbus Community Centre for over 19 years and have always been involved with Teeter Tots. Recently I have completed the responsible Adult course and obtained my class 4 to drive the school bus. I am a mom and have 3 grown children and have 2 grandsons. I have an accounting degree but participating ASC program is much more enjoyable. I love watching the children interact and grow.
Madison Hoy
After school Care Program Supervisor / Early Childhood Education Assistant
Hello! My name is Madison (Madi)! and I have worked at Teeter Tots since early November 2021! At home, I have my soul dog, Nellie and 2 kitties, Sid & Goose. Perhaps most exciting of all, I am getting married in 2025! I have my ECEA certification, as well as childcare 1st aid. I am a student at UNBC working towards becoming an elementary school teacher, so I knew that working in the ASC program would be a perfect job for me! I have know since I was a little girl that I wanted to work with children and see them develop into amazing people. I love working with all of our kids so much and cannot wait to see what the future holds for each and every one of them. I look forwards to meeting you and welcoming your family into our programs!