Bragg Creek Team
Meet the Team!
MEGAN
Program Director
ECE Level 3
My name is Megan and I am a Level 3 Early Childhood Educator. I have over 13 years experience working with children specifically with trauma related backgrounds and additional support needs. I have a very keen interest in child development and the early connections within the child's wellbeing. I am also a university degree in Froebelian practice whose key principles are community and connections.
Working with children is my passion. I love being part of such a special journey, helping your child to flourish and blossom into the individuals that they are.
I am a big advocate for outdoor learning and using the natural resources and materials around to inspire our imagination. So I am excited to continue my journey with Little Forest Dwellers.
I moved from Scotland to Canada in April 2023 so in my spare time I enjoy exploring nature and the outdoors with my husband and our 2 Dalmatians. I am also very social so love to spend time with friends and create new memories!
CLEO
Assistant Director
ECE Level 3
My name is Cleo and I am beyond excited to continue my career in early childcare specifically in Outdoor learning. I believe that children are the future of our society. This is the sole reason why I wanted to become an early childhood educator; to guide and influence children through the most important years of their life, by navigating the world as their co-learner.
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Outside of my role in the classroom, I spend most of my time outdoors camping, hiking, snowboarding, road biking, and napping on my paddleboard. Because of my love for the rocky mountains, I am a big advocate of taking care of our planet by educating myself and those around me about the differences we can make for the future generations to come.
Paige
Educator
ECE Level 1
Hi! My name is Paige I am excited to have entered the world of childhood education and development I currently hold my ECE Level 1. I have two young daughters of my own and love being able to walk this journey with them. Children bring me so much joy, I have a profound sense of gratification working with them. I am eager to start my career in this field and continue working with children and watching them grow.
My family has lived in the Bragg Creek area for 40 years, we have a deep connection with this land and spending time outdoors. Outside of the classroom I enjoy cooking, working with my dogs and horses, hunting and being with my family.
DEJA
Educator
ECE LEVEL 1
My name is Parvinder Chahal. I have been working as a childcare staff for 7 years. I am originally from India and I speak English, Punjabi, Hindi, and Urdu languages fluently. I have completed my Early Childhood Certificate (level 3) from Grande Prairie Regional College (Northwestern Polytechnic). I also hold a Bachelor of Arts degree from Punjab University and a Master's degree in Computer Science from Punjab Technical University. Before coming to Canada, I was a teacher in India, where I taught grade 3 to10 children in a high school. I love to take care of children. In my previous jobs, I have had the opportunity to work with children of various abilities. As a mom myself to a 9-year-old boy, I understand the developmental needs of children very closely. My hobbies are knitting and cooking. I often knit sweaters for my son, and I love to experiment with different types of foods in the kitchen. I also enjoy watching comedy movies. I plan to make working in the Child Development area my life-long journey,
and I look forward to being a successful childcare provider in the long term.
Angel
Educator
ECE LEVEL 1
Hi, I’m Angel. I have Level 1 Early Childhood Educator.
I was a school teacher for more than 20 years in Hong Kong. I am excited to continue my career in Early Childhood Education. I believe children is our future, we make a positive impact on young children’s lives and personal growth. Explore the nature with the children by outdoor learning activities. Foster curiosity and love for learning in children through playing. I am so excited with my journey in Little Forest Dwellers. I moved from Hong Kong to Canada from Aug 2022. Outside the classroom I enjoy hiking, cycling and swimming with my husband and 2 teenagers.
Winnie
Educator
ECE LEVEL 1
​​Hello! My name is Winnie. I have been working with children in a hospital since graduating from university. After continuing to work in an acute hospital and a special school for 16 years, I transitioned to adult education as a part-time teacher. In 2022, my family and I moved from Hong Kong to Canada. We love going on summer road trips and spending quality time with friends. In my free time, I enjoy playing the piano and engaging in craftwork, such as crochet and knitting. I look forward to discovering nature alongside children and understanding their unique perspectives on the environment.
SARAH
Educator
ECE LEVEL 1
I was a professional cook and food writer for many years before returning to education at the
age of 50. I hold a Masters degree in Child and Adolescent Psychotherapeutic Counseling
having gained my qualification from the University of Cambridge, United Kingdom in the
summer of 2016. My research dissertation focused on Ecotherapy and Eco
Psychotherapy—taking therapy outdoors into open spaces. I also have experience of
volunteering at a Forest School Nursery in the United Kingdom. Adding to this, I have completed
the Alberta Government funded Child Care Orientation Course Level 1. And the Indigenous
Canada course offered by the University of Alberta in the summer of 2023.
I am a mother and grandmother who takes delight in offering both my professional skills and life
experience to help children and young people to learn, grow and thrive. I am a firm believer in
the qualities of time and attention for assisting children and young people in creating good
connections and healthy attachment.