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Program Director / Owner
Annie was born and raised in Toronto, Ontario. She completed her Bachelors in Environmental Studies at the University of Waterloo prior to moving to Calgary in 2015. She will also be completing a Master of Science from the University of Calgary in December 2018.
Annie has always been interested in childcare and education. She has previously worked at the Kumon Learning Centre, Toronto District School Board, and shortly volunteered at Happy Valley Daycare. Professionally, Annie has also worked as Microbiology Research Technician at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada. Annie has diverse work experiences in childcare and outside of childcare, however, she always found herself drawn to this industry. On her spare time, she volunteers as a Sunday school teacher (ages 2-10) at her church and she has also volunteered as a camp leader for 9 consecutive summers on the Six Nations reserve in Ontario. Outside of the daycare, you can find Annie either playing volleyball, in the mountains, or napping on her couch.
Business Director / Owner
Also known as Uncle Kevin to the kids, he is the Business Director for Little Roots Learning Centre. He is responsible for all back end support such as the development of the physical and online space. He manages all media, finance, marketing, HR, client care and many more. His overall role is to provide the necessary support for Annie to run the programming smoothly.
Similar to Annie, Kevin also has a heart for children. He leads the youth group at his church and is invested in their personal growth. On his free time, you would find him playing volleyball, taking on various construction projects, or editing photographs for his photography business.
Childcare Development Supervisor (CDS)
Helen is Little Roots Child Care Development Supervisor, specializing in toddlers. She is hands on with the kids and also works closely with Annie on programming and planning for our toddlers.
She completed her education in Early Learning and Child Care from Bow Valley College in 2018. Helen is also actively involved in the children's ministry at her church as a Sunday School Teacher.
Childcare Development Supervisor (CDS)
Vicky is our awesome and passionate preschool teacher. With a bachelor’s of Arts in elementary education coupled with her child development supervisor certificate, Vicky makes learning a fun and intriguing experience for her students.
She enjoys skiing,hiking,skating and swimming with her family and volunteers as a Sunday school teacher at her church.
Childcare Worker
Amber is the baby of the team but has a big heart for kids. Being so young, she has acquired many experiences in childcare through volunteering for her church, baby sitting and summer camps. Amber brings a warm and calm demeanor to the group and helps bring down our average age. Amber is currently finishing her Child Development Level 1. Over the many years at Little Roots, Amber has consistently grown her passion for kids and is now continuing her education in early childhood development. She supports the Little Team as a sub and as a practicum student.
Childcare Worker
Jeehae finished studying Early childhood education in Korea and has worked in Korea, China, and Halifax for more than 10 years. She also has volunteered since high school at Sunday school.
Jeehae enjoys being around children because they are just so adorable and love seeing the silly things they do. She always think Love is the most important when I care for people, especially kids.She believes that love can fill their heart and develop their mind and that is why she wants to pour her love into kids so that they can grow up as people who believe in themselves and share this love with others.
Childcare Worker
I graduated from University of Calgary with a degree in Criminal Justice in 2021. I had always wanted to be a police officer, but for some reason, I became interested in children. I've always loved children, but I never imagined I'd work in childcare because the only experience I have with children is I volunteer at church. I've been volunteering as a preschool teacher for about ten years. While seeking for positions in the criminal justice profession, I discovered that I wanted to learn more about children and teach, so I applied at a daycare. I truly loved and enjoyed it. Now that I've been working in this field for almost a year and a half, I've decided to further my study by returning to school and doing my level 2. My goal and purpose is to make a difference in the lives of every child I encounter and guide them in the right path because early childhood is the most essential stage of learning and growth.
Childcare Worker
Jina is dedicated person with a diverse background in nursing, music and social welfare. She is a mother of two boys, who's upbringing has instilled a deep appreciation for the joys and challenges of parenthood.
She views each child as a unique and precious individual and recognizes the importance of fostering and curiosity of holistic growth. She embraces the diversity and beliefs we all fearfully wonderfully created possessing inherent value and potential.
At Little Roots Learning Centre, she cherishes the opportunity to greet little faces every morning and finds joy in witnessing the inquisitive minds of children at work. She is excited to embark on this journey with the children of Little Roots, knowing that together they can weave a tapestry of kindness, empathy and understanding that enriches not only their lives but the world around them.
Childcare Worker
I have always had a heart for children for as long as I can remember. I have always found joy in babysitting and watching kids grow from little babies into smart, independent, children.
My love for that really flourished when my niece was born and I had the pleasure of watching her develop into such a kind, gentle young girl. In my spare time, I am at my church volunteering in the nursery and as a youth leader, out hiking in the mountains with my dog, or catching the occasional movie or two at the theatre!
I am so excited to start at little roots and meet all of you and your children. My goal is to provide a safe space for your children to learn and develop while being there to guide them.
Childcare Worker
After completing my bachelor's and master's degrees in art in Korea, I gained valuable experience as a kindergarten teacher.
Upon moving to Canada, I started my journey in childcare by volunteering at a daycare in Edmonton. Over the past decade, I've witnessed the remarkable capabilities of children, reinforcing my strong belief in their potential as mighty learners. I look forward to the surprises and growth that each child at Little Roots will bring, and I'm grateful for the opportunity to contribute to their educational journey.
Childcare Worker
Hello, I am Lydia, I am a dedicated caregiver with a diverse background in social work and nursing. Originally from Korea, I pursued my Bachelor of Social Work and continued my studies in Nursing in Canada. I had the privilege of working at Foothills Hospital for over 5 years, where I learned the importance of patient care and compassion firsthand.
My passion has always been to support families facing disabilities, which I've been fortunate to do through both my professional career and personal mission work. I worked with children and their families during a meaningful 2-year children's mission trip in Indonesia. Additionally, over the past 14 years in Calgary, I've served in children's ministry, striving to ensure every child feels valued and understood.
With these experiences, I bring a genuine sense of empathy and a heartfelt commitment to providing a safe and loving environment for the children under my care.
Ambassador of Cuteness
Our daycare pup, Eevee, has been with the kids since she was just 8 weeks old. She is now 2.5 years old and loves them as much as the kids loves her.
Eevee is Annie & Kevin's dog-hter. She comes for random visits and always puts a smile on the kids' faces. She patiently allows the kids to poke and prod her as they please. The only thing she requires in exchange for her services is some belly scratches from the parents.