The Friendly Port Childcare Centre Team
Owner/Manager/Educator
Anita holds a Bachelor of Applied Arts in Child and Youth Study. During her 27 years as an Early Childhood Educator, Anita has worked with children ages 0-12 years. She has extensive experience running early learning programs and has held several management positions, as head teacher, assistant director, director, and owner/operator of an in-home child care centre. Anita loves helping children connect to nature and to explore the world around them.
Assistant Manager/Educator
Stephanie (Steph) is a graduate of the ECE program at North Island College and has her Infant Toddler and Special Needs Certification through College of the Rockies. She has 15+ years of experience caring for children ages 0-12 years. She has worked overseas as a nanny, has worked in various Early Learning programs in the Comox Valley and has four children and an adult step-son of her own. She brings energy and enthusiasm to our classroom every day.
Our Caregiving and Teaching Team
An important component in providing quality child care lies in employing qualified Early Childhood Educators who share in our philosophy and show a commitment to meeting our program expectations.
Staff are required to complete a criminal record check and to have training in first aid and food safe practices. Staff are expected to continue their professional development through courses, workshops, and conferences and other networking opportunities.
