Our Staff
Clara - Centre Director
I was born in Rio, Brazil and immigrated to Canada in 2015. I have worked in childcare since 2015 and hold a master’s degree in business administration. I have a passion for nurturing young minds and experience in operations.
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I firmly believe that every child is a unique individual with boundless potential. I like creating a warm and inclusive classroom environment where children feel safe to explore, learn, and grow. In my spare time, I like practicing yoga, swimming and travelling.
“Our children are the rock on which our future will be built, our greatest asset as a nation.” – Nelson Mandela
Hokani - Program Supervisor
I have been living in Vancouver, BC for a few years, having moved from the beautiful region of Nagaland, India, where I was born and raised. I hold a Master's in Pastoral and Public Leadership and am a Certified Instructor of ABACUS Mental Math.
With many years of experience in the education sector, I have developed a unique ability to connect with children of all ages and backgrounds. I am particularly drawn to after-school programs, where I can help students develop critical skills and confidence in a fun, supportive environment. My goal is to inspire young minds and foster a love for lifelong learning. I feel incredibly fortunate to play a small part in shaping their futures and helping them grow into compassionate, confident, and curious individuals. I believe every child deserves a supportive and stimulating education, and I am committed to helping them reach their full potential.
In my spare time, I enjoy singing, playing guitar, gardening, and crafting, including knitting and crocheting.
Gina
Hi, I’m Gina, I am from the Philippines. I graduated from Philippine Christian University with a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education. As I love to work and learn more about children’s behaviour and characteristics, I decided to continue my studies at Vancouver Career College and recently received my ECE certificate. I started to work at TOOSCS in October 2017, and I am currently assigned to work in the Occasional Care and Achiever’s programs. I’m a single mom raising a daughter who attends Trafalgar Elementary. In my spare time, I love to hang out with my daughter, do cross stitch, cooking and swimming.
Celine
I was born in Congo and immigrated to Canada in 1996. I received my ECE diploma from Vancouver Community College and have been working in the childcare field for approximately 10 years. Since I graduated, I have worked with infants, toddlers, preschool and school-age children. I am currently working with Preschool and Achiever programs here at TOOSCS. In my spare time, I enjoy playing soccer, hiking, making waist beads and hanging out with family and friends.
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"Every day I learn something new from children. I love to create new memories with all the children and families. Thanks to all the families for allowing me to be a part of their children’s lives."
Helen
I was born and raised in the Philippines and acquired my Caregiving NCII certificate from Technical Education and Skills Development Authority. I graduated in Web Application Development at AMA Computer College. I had 2 years of working experience in preschool in the Philippines. I love being around children, playing, singing, and having relationships with them. Children are the best part of my job. I treat them all as my own child. In my free time, I enjoy watching movies, cooking, reading, and painting. Currently, I’m enjoying my newfound home here in Vancouver with my two daughters and husband. To me, every child is unique in their own way. They need to feel loved and respected as well, no matter who and what they are. Every child is a treasure.
Laura
I was born and raised in Ontario and received my Bachelor of Art and Art History from the University of Toronto/Sheridan College in 2015. I moved to Vancouver in 2016 to complete my Master of Fine Arts from Emily Carr University of Art + Design, graduating in 2018.
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I have 4 years of experience working in school-age care and have created and led art classes for children, youth and adults. I am a practicing fine artist and in my spare time, I like to paint and draw, read, play her guitar and sing. I enjoy working with children because they are all unique in their own ways with their own gifts and I love seeing where their ideas and creativity can take them.
Emily
My name is Emily and I was born in Washington D.C., USA. Since I was five years old I have been a volunteer. In my first year of university I was a Child Life volunteer in the BC Children's Hospital. Last summer, I volunteered in Costa Rica as an English Teacher in an orphanage. Additionally, I volunteer for the Canadian Cancer Society at Camp Good Times. I have numerous experience working with children from ages ranging from newborns to 17 year olds.
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I am dedicated to fostering a fun and memorable environment where children feel safe to be themselves. I aim to empower children to dream big and find joy in their learning journey. During my spare time, I enjoy studying languages, watching documentaries and spending time in nature.
Francesca
I hold a Responsible Adult Certificate, and my passion for working with children grew once I was old enough to start babysitting for my family and friends, but also through my one year of volunteer experience at our BC Children’s Hospital when I was 19 years old. I was transferred to Children’s in 1997, and received a few different treatments myself. I thought the best way to give back to the hospital was to volunteer for one year.
My goal at TOOSCS is to inspire children to always be themselves and to remind them of how capable they are, no matter what they look like or where they come from. For them to celebrate their differences, and to know that no dream is ever too big to accomplish. During my free time, I like going to the gym, hanging out with my friends and being creative. I also enjoy doing photography and working on my photography business.