Meet Our Team

The team behind your child’s early learning journey

At Child Connect Early Learning, our team is the heart of everything we do. Each member brings experience, care, and a genuine love for working with children, ensuring families feel confident and supported every day.

Our People
Our Strength

Our team is made up of certified Early Childhood Educators and dedicated support staff who work together to provide high-quality care and early learning. We believe in building strong relationships—with children, families, and each other—to create a positive and enriching environment.

Our Educators & Staff

Hanieh

Hello, my name is Hanieh. I am an enthusiastic infant–toddler teacher and have been working with young children since 2019. I received my Infant/Toddler certification in 2022. I truly enjoy supporting children’s growth, curiosity, and development during these important early years.Working with infants and toddlers allows me to create a warm and loving environment where children feel safe, valued, and encouraged to explore. I am dedicated to meeting each child’s emotional, social, and developmental needs with care and compassion.In addition to teaching, I also have experience in event planning, which allows me to bring creativity, organization, and positive energy to children’s activities and family-centered events. I believe every child has limitless potential and strive to nurture that potential through love, guidance, and meaningful connections.

Manpreet

Hello! I am Manpreet Kaur, an Early Childhood Education Assistant with one year of dedicated experience working with infants and toddlers. Before this, I also worked as a school teacher for two years, which strengthened my ability to guide and support young learners in their growth and discovery.From my very first day as an Early Childhood Education Assistant, I have been driven by my love for children—encouraging them to laugh, explore, play, and learn. I wholeheartedly believe that every child is naturally curious, full of wonder, and eager to discover the world around them.I am thrilled to bring warmth, care, and intentionality to every child’s day. My goal is to nurture curiosity, build confidence, and celebrate each child’s unique journey. I look forward to caring for and learning alongside little ones, where every question, discovery, and “aha!” moment is met with encouragement and joy.

Maedeh

Hi, I’m Maedeh. I hold both a Bachelor’s and a Master’s degree in Family Therapy and work as a child psychologist and play therapist. For over seven years in Iran, I had the joy of working with many wonderful little ones and their families, helping children navigate big emotions through play, connection, and trust. I have also translated children’s storybooks, which allows me to connect with children through stories, imagination, and feelings. I am currently completing my second Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education at the University of British Columbia (UBC), and now in Canada, I continue to support children and families with warmth, empathy, and heart.

Amy (Chao Liu)

Hello, my name is Amy (Chao Liu).I have an ECE certificate and university degree.I am dedicated to creating a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment where children feel valued and confident. I believe young children learn best through play, exploration, and meaningful relationships, so I focus on supporting their curiosity and individual strengths. My philosophy centers on guiding children with patience, respect, and positive encouragement while partnering with families to support each child’s social, emotional, and cognitive development.

Anahita

My name is Anahita Davoodi.I am an early childhood educator with 5years of experience and a specialized focus on infant, toddlers care and supporting children with special need. I graduated from Langara college where I completed my early childhood education training. I am committed to creating a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment where every child feels valued, respected and supported in their individual development.My speciality in infant and toddler education rooted in early brain development, attachment and the importance of secure and trusting relationship. I provide calm, consistent routines and create environment that support sensory exploration, emotional regulation and early communication.I also have experience working with children with diverse abilities and developmental needs, including those requiring additional emotional, behavioral, sensory or physical support. I use inclusive, adaptive activities and environments to meet each child’s unique needs. I collaborate closely with families, therapists and support professionals to ensure continuity of care and meaningful learning experience.  

Carolina

I have extensive experience working with children, both professionally and in a volunteer setting; initially graduating from Capilano University in the Early Childhood Eduction program, supported by one year in IT studies, over 20 years ago. I have had the pleasure of gaining photographic professional experience, both in the film and music industries supported by a Bachelor of Arts. I am fluent in English and Spanish, often incorporating some Spanish in the classroom. My work with children, along with their families have been incredibly rewarding; striving to make a difference to each child I encounter.

Stacey

For more than 20 years, I’ve had the pleasure of working alongside young children and their families—as an Early Childhood Educator, and previously as a Postpartum Doula and Infant & Toddler Sleep Coach. Both in my professional life, and as well a mom to two curious, giggly girls, I love immersing myself in the wonderful, creative, and endlessly curious worlds of children.
I’m passionate about providing learning environments where little ones feel safe and loved —places filled with laughter, imagination, and the kind of wonder that helps them discover who they innately are and to confidently explore the world around them. I believe that each child has their own thoughts, strengths, and curiosities that deserve to be seen, respected, and nurtured. My role is to meet them where they are, supporting their growth with patience, kindness, and a deep belief in their capability.

Azadeh

Azadeh moved to Vancouver from Iran with her 10 year old daughter, Amitris, and husband three years ago. Shortly after her move she was employed at Child Connect and has been happily working there since. Azadeh’s journey as a daycare teacher was not just a job for her; it was a calling. She believed that by nurturing and guiding young minds, she was shaping the future generation. Her unwavering dedication, boundless energy, and genuine love for her students made her an inspiration to her colleagues and a beloved figure in the community.

Beyond the classroom, Azadeh also recognized the importance of building strong relationships with the parents and families of her students. She understood that a child’s development was greatly influenced by their home environment, and she actively collaborated with parents to create a seamless transition between school and home life.

Roza Naderi

Centre Leadership

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology; Masters of Education ; Early Childhood Educator

I am a mother of two beautiful children and I work my dream job. Working with young children has always been my passion. I love observing their little minds grow as they discover themselves and the world around them.

Having a psychology degree and Masters in Education, I believe, has equipped me with knowledge of Child development to be able to provide a safe and nurturing environment so they can flourish and thrive.

Qualified, Trained, and Trusted

All Child Connect team members meet provincial licensing requirements and participate in ongoing training to ensure the highest standards of care and safety.

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