Katrina

Location: Kemps Creek

Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care

Before and After School Care Monday to Friday

Katrina provides a loving, caring, nurturing and homelike environment. This will promote each child's individuality whilst they have fun in care.

Katrina uses the educational framework My Time Our Place to focus on each child's individual needs and interests. Katrina's program covers language, cognitive, social and emotional development as well as gross and fine motor development.

Families are encouraged to share their culture and knowledge of their child and are welcome to give input into the program.

Children are supported to develop their self-help skills and independence. 

Katrina is located in Kemps Creek, close to Badgerys Creek, Rossmore and Erskine Park.

Karen

Location: Wattle Grove

Certificate 3 in Children’s Services

Mon - Fri, 7:30am - 5:30pm

Karen has over 18 years experience in the childcare industry and has 3 children of her own. After many years in Long Day Care, Karen is excited to be an educator in the Family Day Care industry.

“I believe respect for each child and their family is paramount and is expressed through listening, observing and interacting with families. I encourage environmental sustainability by empowering children to take responsibility for making informed decisions towards a sustainable future!”

Karen is located in Wattle Grove, close to Holsworthy, Hammondville and Casula.

Kristen

Location: Camden South

Certificate 3 in Children’s Services

Mon - Fri, 7:30am - 5:30pm

Kristen has been working in the childcare (Long Day Care) industry for 3 years now and has decided to open her own Family Day Care service with My Home Your Home Family Day Care.

​"I believe that children are all individual learners that need encouragement and a safe and secure environment. I believe that the environment needs to be warm and inviting so that the children may learn and discover themselves.

I recognise that all children are individual and have their own specific needs throughout the day. I will endeavour to meet the needs of every child who enters my care at any time."

​Kristen is located in Camden South, close to Camden, Elderslie and Spring Farm.

Emma

Location: Currans Hill

Certificate 3 in Children’s Services

Monday 7:30-5:30 Tuesday 8:00-4:00 Thursday 7:30-5:30

Emma has recently completed her Certificate 3 in Children's Services and has a passion for working with children in a home like environment.

"I aim to provide children with the highest quality of care in a fun, warm and nurturing home environment. I will encourage each child to reach their fullest potential, by enhancing all areas of growth, curiosity, sense of wonder and confidence. Where all children will feel safe, secure and respected. Where children are successful and capable learners. 

 I work together with families and absolutely love family input. This helps create a sense of belonging and helps support each child’s learning and development.

I am passionate about early childhood education and strive to support each child in my care."

Emma is located in Currans Hill, close to Mount Annan, Narellan and Camden.

Janene

Location: Gledswood Hills

Diploma in Children's Services

Monday to Friday 6am-6pm.

Janene has been working in Family Day Care for over 8 years and has also had experience being a family day care coordinator. Janene is committed to providing high quality care and education.

"Children grow and learn through play. My service meets the needs of the community, families and children in a home based environment. My service is guided by professional standards such as the National Quality Framework and the Early Childhood Code of Ethics. Through respecting the diversity, skills and strengths that each person brings to the service we are able to challenge and learn from each other".

Janene is located in Gledswood Hills, close to Oran Park, Emerald Hills and Gregory Hills.

Elianor

Location: Leppington (Emerald Hills Estate)

Diploma of Children's Services

Monday to Friday 7:30-5:30

Sarmin

Location: Macquarie Fields

Certificate 3 in Early Childhood Education and Care.

Mon - Fri, 8:00am - 6:00pm

Sarmin has been working in the child care industry for a few years now and during that time she has completed her Certificate 3 in Early Childhood Education and Care. Sarmin has also completed her Masters in Psychology.

Sarmin has joined the My Home Your Home Family Day Care team bringing a wealth of knowledge whilst providing her the opportunity to care for her own children and helping other families in her local community.

Sarmin is located in Macquarie Fields, Close to Glenfield, Ingleburn and Minto.

Katrina

Location: Mount Annan

Certificate 3 in Early Childhood Education and Care

Mon - Fri, 5:00am - 5:00pm

Katrina has been working in the Family Day Care industry for over 8 years and during that time has been fortunate enough to raise her own 4 children. Katrina brings a wealth knowledge to My Home Your Home Family Day Care and we are glad to have her as a part of our team.

Katrina is located in Mount Annan, Close to Camden, Narellan and Currans Hill.

Leonie

Location: Narellan Vale

Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care

Mon-Thurs, 7:00-5:00

Leonie has many years experience working in Family Day Care which has given her the opportunity to care for her own 4 children during that time. ​Leonie's Philosophy is to:

"Provide the children with a friendly and inviting atmosphere where they will feel secure and be happy in my home. To show genuine love and concern for the children in my car and provide a safe and well supervised environment....

To provide learning environment, which will encourage children to interact, and to explore their world through language, music, movement, science and art."

​Leonie is located in Narellan Vale close to Mount Annan, Currans Hill and Camden.

Sharmin

Location: Oran Park

Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care

Mon - Fri, 6:00am - 6:00pm

Sharmin has been working in Early Childhood for many years now and has recently completed her Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care. Sharmin is now looking forward to joining our team which will allow her to not only help families in the local area, but she will be able to care for her own children at home as well.

​"I value and welcome all families in accordance to the Early Years Learning Framework. I aim to extend and enrich children’s learning from birth through to the transition to school. A specific emphasis is on play-based learning and the importance of communication, language, social and emotional development. 

I love diversity and within the curriculum I incorporate the practices, values and beliefs of our families. I respect and incorporate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture within my program."

​Sharmin is located in Oran Park, Close to Gregory Hills, Harrington Grove and Cobbity.

Tanjina

Location: Oran Park

Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care

7-6 Monday to Friday

Tanjina has been working in the early childhood industry since 2013. Tanjina is Diploma trained and also has a current first aid certificate. 

"I love children and I aim to provide a loving, caring and home like environment that is welcoming, warm and inclusive of all cultures and nationalities. I believe a child's  learning is happening all the time and is interwoven through all developmental domains. I strive to guide children into each stage of development with self confidence and excitement for continued learning"

Tanjina is located in Oran Park, close to Gregory Hills, Harrington Grove and Catherine Fields.

Sabrina

Location: Oran Park

Certificate 3 in Early Childhood Education and Care

Monday to Friday 7:30-5:30

Sabrina has been working in the early childhood industry for over 7 years and during that time completed her Certificate 3 in Early Childhood Education and Care. Sabrina holds a current first aid certificate and working with children's check.

"I believe that the quality of education a person receives in early life is indispensable in bringing out that individual’s potential, and that all children should have the access to quality learning and care. Children will learn in a fun, creative and safe environment and I will contribute to their growth and wellbeing."

Sabrina is located in Oran Park, close to Gregory Hills, Catherine Fields and Leppington.

Karen

Location: Spring Farm

Diploma of Children's Services

Monday to Thursday 7:00-5:00

Karen has many years working in the childcare industry and her experience ranges from working as a Teachers Aide in primary schools, Long Day Care Centres and Family Day Care. Karen has completed various short courses in Child Protection, Autism and holds a current first aid certificate. 

"Teaching is my passion. Children need the assurance of being loved and cared for while they are enjoying an educational environment. 

I understand that children learn through play and I will endeavour to provide the opportunities for each of the children to explore, discover, create and imagine.

I will celebrate the benefits of diversity with each child giving them opportunity ti understand and acknowledge differences."

Karen is located in Spring Farm, Close to Camden, Narellan and Mount Annan.

Sandra

Location: St Helens Park

Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care

Monday to Friday 6am-6pm.

Sandra has been working in the childcare industry for many years and has experience working in Long Day Care and Family Day Care. Sandra is fully qualified and has a current first aid certificate. Sandra not only offers day care but also before and after school care and vacation care.

"I believe that as an early childhood educator I am responsible for providing infants, toddlers and young children with positive learning experiences. I strive to model respect, patience, and care for children and adults I meet. Children have the right to have their needs met and receive the proper education while in the care of their caregivers.

As a teacher, I seek to form close relationship with each child under my care, and their families. I make use of our communities' resources and incorporate the child’s community into the program. I see each child as a unique individual with a great capacity to learn and able to make positive contributions to those around him or her. I strive to provide an environment where children and families from different cultural backgrounds feel welcomed and accepted."

Sandra is located in St Helens Park, Close to Rosemeadow, Ambarvale and Bradbury.

Aysha

Location: Wilton

Working towards Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care

Before and After School Care - Mon-Fri, 6:30-9:30am, 3:30-6:30pm

Aysha has spent many years working as a professional workplace trainer and assessor. Aysha has also completed a Diploma in Business but now wishes to switch her focus to caring for school aged children whilst being able to care for her own son at the same time.​

"Learning should be about having fun. Our curriculum will be guided by the My Time, Our Place Framework for school-age children. Routines will be flexible allowing for children to participate in activities provided to suit the child's individual needs - such as singing, story telling, make believe, play and creative experiences. Children may go on outings such as going to the park or visiting the library. Aysha may also organise incursions at the home."

Aysha is located in Wilton, Close to Douglas Park, Pheasants Nest and Picton.

Pauline

Location: Old Erowal Bay

Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care.

Wed - Fri, 8:00am - 4:30pm

After some time off work due to moving to Australia and having two children, Pauline started exploring her options for a job that allowed her to spend as much time possible with her little ones and be challenging at the same time.  Pauline joined Family Day Care and loves each and every minute of it. 

​"Family Day Care is very rewarding, fun and dynamic and a new challenge every day"

​Pauline is located in Old Erowal Bay Close to Vincentia, Sanctuary Point and Erowal Bay.

Julie-Anne

Location: Albion Park

Certificate 3 in Early Childhood Education and Care, Certificate 4 in Education (Teachers Aide)

Mon - Fri, 7:30am - 5:30pm

Julie has many years experience working in the Family Day Care industry and has experience working as a teachers aide. Julie has recently re-located to Albion Park and we are looking forward to having her part of our team.

​"I aim to provide a safe nurturing environment for children to explore, both indoors and outdoors. I believe children learn best by following their interests and by building trusting relationships with both the children and their families."

​Julie-Anne is located in Albion Park, Close to Oak Flats and Albion Park Rail.

Casandra

Location: Bellambi

Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care

Mon-Fri 7:45am - 4:15pm

Casandra has over 15 years experience working in the early childhood industry. Casandra's experience also includes Long Day Care services and most recently Family Day Care. In her spare time Casandra is a volunteer with Woonona Netball Club and also Bellambi Surf Life Saving Club. Casandra has also completed a shout course in sign language.

Casandra is located in Bellambi, close to Corrimal, Russell Vale and Woonona.

Valentina

Location: Berkeley

Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care

Mon-Wed, 8:30am - 4:30pm

After completing her training Valentina has spent a number of years caring for children in their own homes. She is now looking forward to becoming a Family Day Care Educator with My Home Your Home Family Day Care.

​"I am a very nurturing, enthusiastic and most importantly passionate early childhood educator. I believe that it is within my duty of care to educate and care for children’s holistic development. I will do everything I can to make sure that children’s interests are utilized and I will also extend on the children’s interests over time. "

​Valentina is located in Berkeley, Close to Lake Heights, Unanderra and Warrawong.

Sally Barnes

Location: Dapto

Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care

7:30am - 5:30pm, Monday - Friday

Sally has been working in the Family Day Care industry for many years now after raising four children of her own and joined My Home Your Home Family Day Care in September 2016.​​

"I believe in providing an environment that is secure, caring, loving and nurturing. I provide a comprehensive, integrated service including care, education, health and safety which work to foster all aspects of children's development - physical, social, emotional, intellectual and moral, and to provide support for families and all who care for young children."

Sally is located in Kanahooka, close to Dapto, Koonawarra and Berkeley.

Zondrae Hodges

Location: East Corrimal

Bachelor of Behavioural Studies (Educational Psychology), Certificate 3 in Early Childhood Education and Care.

M0n - Fri, 8:30am - 4:00pm

Zondrae has been working in family daycare for nearly 4 years.  Prior to family daycare, Zondrae worked in special education in Autism specific classrooms, and has extensive experience with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Sensory Processing issues.

Fun School is a calm, inviting environment where children are encouraged and nurtured to be themselves.  Individual growth and development happens through play, and children become confident to share and learn together.

Suzanne

Location: Fairy Meadow

Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care

Monday to Thursday 8:00-5:00

Suzanne has been working as an early childhood educator since 2005. During this time Suzanne completed her Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care and has a current first aid certificate and working with children check. 

"I specialise in social and life skills. I believe that these are very important skills that every child should have. I aim to help your child develop these skills that build confidence and a sense of who they are. I aim to provide your child with a welcoming and comforting setting."

Suzanne is located in Fairy Meadow, close to North Wollongong, Fernhill and Corrimal.

Stephanie

Location: Kanahooka

Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care

Monday to Friday 7:30-5:30 (Can be flexible)

Stephanie has been working in the childcare industry for over 5 years and completed a traineeship during that time obtaining her Certificate 3 in Early Childhood Education and Care.

Stephanie then went on further to complete her Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care. 

"I believe that all children should be treated as an individual. Each child should be able to feel safe, secure and respected. As their educator I will provide them with the best care possible and let them know that I am here for them when they feel necessary.  I will support each individual family to continue to follow their home routines and make each day feel as close to home life as possible.

I acknowledge and accept each child’s values, culture, belief’s, abilities and languages. This is supported through the program and learning environments.

Family involvement is an important part of the curriculum, and as such families are well informed and welcomed to participate in all activities and contribute to the program with input and ideas."

Stephanie is located in Kanahooka, close to Dapto, Koonawarra and Brownsville.

Melissa

Location: Koonawarra

Certificate 3 in Early Childhood Education and Care

Tuesday - Friday 8:00-5:00

Melissa has been working in Family Day Care and Long Day care since 2001. During this time she obtained her Certificate 3 in Early Childhood Education and Care and is first aid qualified. 

"I believe in providing children with a warm, loving, safe, inclusive and educational environment. I provide an indoor and outdoor educational program that is based on children's individual abilities, skills, strengths and interests while making it as fun as possible. I believe that children learn through play."

Melissa is located in Koonawarra, close to Dapto, Kanahooka and Horsley.

Sarah Baines

Location: Lake Illawarra

Diploma in Children Services

Monday, Wednesday and Thursdays, 8am - 4pm.

Sarah has been an educator in Family Day Care for 8 years and has her diploma in Children's Services.

I believe each child is a unique individual and should be respected as such. I believe each child develops at their own pace, and I plan my program based on the children's interests and from observing their needs in development.

I aim to provide a welcoming, nurturing, engaging and stimulating environment which provides each child the opportunity to learn, play and grow. I understand how important my role as an educator is in the first 5 years of children's lives, and do not take this for granted.

Sarah is located in the suburb Lake Illawarra, and is close for families in Warrawong, Warilla, Barrack Heights, and Mount Warrigal.

Elise

Location: Mangerton

Certificate 3 in Children’s Services

7:30am - 5:30pm, Monday, Wednesday - Friday

At Elise's Funzies Family Day Care, children are supported and cared for in a Christian, homelike setting where they are accepted for who they are regardless of cultural and physical differences.

Children are encouraged to be the best they can be, engaging in quality learning experiences with emphasis on sustainability and care for the environment and recognising that children learn through play.

Elise is located in Mangerton, which is close for families in Wollongong, Gwynneville, Mount St Thomas and Figtree.