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Our Staff
Executive Director
Program Supervisor
Deanna Reyes-Kinzer
Phone: 403-268-5105
E-mail: Deanna.Reyes-Kinzer@calgary.ca
I have always believed that looking at the world through the eyes of the children will give us a better perspective of what’s in front of us. They are the ones who look at things, situations and people in such positive ways and are always finding excitement from what they encounter and experience. That’s why when I grow up, I want to be like them. As a teenager, I’ve always known that in able for me to enjoy my adulthood is to find a career involving children. I am very happy that I have been doing this for more than 2 decades now and counting. Though I have been more involved in the management side for the most part of my career, I’m still lucky to be able to be part of the children’s lives whenever I get to visit the classrooms andthrough my daily conversations and interactions with them. I still get to bond with them and I still get to develop a positive relationship with them and their families. The relationships I have formed with the children encourages me to be a better educatorevery day, a person who understands what they need to support their development cognitively, physically, socially, emotionally and mentally.
Program Administrative Support
Shirely Tormon
Enthused in creating stimulating and engaging learning environment while incorporating diverse materials and helping children learn to acclimate in a new social setting are my passions. Throughout my career I demonstrate strong commitment to optimized children’s potential and well-being through various activities such as physical exercise, group Science experiments, field trips and celebrating important holidays with them. I support children through their personal struggles including peer arguments, tantrums and separation anxiety using my cheerful personality to earn their trust and ease their worries. I build and sustain strong parent relationship through active communication in regard to their children’s development and well-being. I am generally a happy person but people who knows me well knows that shopping and travelling makes me happier.
Let Us Introduce Ourselves
Aurora
“I used to be a High School teacher back in the Philippines. I know in my heart that I like to teach. When I migrated to Canada I chose to work with the younger children as I became interested with this age group and I wanted to play a part in their growth and development. I have been enjoying working with the preschool age for the past 8 years and I see myself doing this for another 8 years and more. My favorite thing to do is to sing and dance especially with my family. Aside from these, I enjoy gardening, hiking and eating with my loved ones. Noodles is my most favorite food and the colors green and blue are my favorite colors."
Kim
Kim is a summertime enthusiast, embracing the great outdoors through activities like camping, hiking, backpacking, road trips, and paddle- boarding. When winter arrives, she finds solace in cozy hibernation, indulging in Netflix marathons. Alongside her love for adventure, Kim is a self-proclaimed foodie
who delights in exploring various cuisines. Professionally, Kim works with children, recognizing their unique perspective on
the world. She firmly believes that children learn best through play and at their own pace. Among all age groups, she
particularly adores toddlers, as she sees herself as a toddler in a semi-adult body, embracing their infectious curiosity and boundless energy.
Preety
With over 12 years’ experience of teaching in Elementary
School in India, I migrated to Canada with my family. I have done Bachelor of Education and Master’s in Mathematics from back home. Being passionate towards teaching and my love towards children made me choose my career in Early Childhood Education. I have been into this field for more than 4 years now. I upgraded myself by obtaining an Early learning and Childcare Diploma from Bow Valley college. I love working with children and watching them learn and grow every day. There are a lot of milestones that happen in our classroom, which I love to see. I always look forward to sharing my knowledge and helping each child based on their individual interests, needs and abilities. I believe that building healthy relationships with children is vital to educate and provide care for them. Outside of work, I enjoy exploring new places, spending time with my family and watching movies.
“Always walk through life as if you have something new to learn and you will.”
Zarmina
I have been working for ACE for eight years. I love food, trying new things all the time. My favorite thing to do is take long walks with my dog Bear. My favorite color is blue/green. I hope to say your children in my room eventually.
Gloria
”I have a dual degree in Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy and continue it in pursuit of Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education.
I am patient, enthusiastic and teach children in a motherly way. I have amassed breadth of knowledge relating to childhood development, age-appropriate and overarching program planning and creative educational activities. Encouraging children on ongoing evolution of social, physical, and mental capabilities while providing empathy to children and parent support with separation anxiety and centre assimilation are my strong skills as an educator. My warm and compassionate personality earn children’s and parents’ trust, eases children’s anxieties and promote supportive relationship with the families I work with. With my education and experiences I am dedicated to help, guide, support and teach children to achieve the highest level of early childhood education."
Lydia
Lydia is a positive, energetic, and nurturing teacher who has a passion in music and arts for young children. She joined with ACE team in 2015 and had an education in Early Learning and Child Development Supervisor (level 3). She has many years of teaching experience both in youth and young children, first in China, then in Canada.
Lydia is passionate about pursuing children’s natural interests, which she strongly believes that is the best support for the developmental needs of young children. She is dedicated to help children make connections to the world around them and seeks happy fun lives in their early stages. In Lydia's spare time, she enjoys doing crafts and spending quality time with her family.
Jewel
I originated from Nigeria located in West Africa. Equipped with a Bachelor of Education, Nigerian Certificate of Education (NCE), Alberta Interim Certificate, and Child Development Supervisor Certificate, I poses 15 years of childcare experience. Approximately 6 years were spent with ACE, one year as a special needs kindergarten teacher, and 8 years with various daycares in both Montreal and Calgary. With two wonderful children of my own, being a mom is the most beautiful thing to me. I cherish every moment with them, from cooking and bike rides to walks. I firmly believe that each child is a unique individual with untapped potential, and as an educator, I play a significant role in assisting them to achieve those prospects. The main things that keep me motivated every day are the stories, words, drawings, and love I receive from these little ones. Recently, a child told me during lunch, 'Jewel, you are my hero,' and it brought tears to my eyes because that's the driving force behind what I do. As both a teacher and a mom, I advocate for celebrating every child.