The Utica Team
Theresa - Floor Supervisor/Toddler Teacher
Graduated from Durham College with a diploma in Early Childhood Education. With over five years experience in the field of child care, Theresa ran her own successful home care centre before pursuing experience in our toddler classroom. Theresa continues to build on her experiences at Utica by attending courses in Autism training and ADHD. Theresa is the recipient of the 2008 Durham Region Child Care Forum's individual Award of Excellence.
Deborah - Preschool & JK/SK Teacher
Graduated from the University of Western Ontario with a BA in psychology and her BEd, Deborah has over 20 years experience as a classroom teacher, Early Childhood Education assistant and a stay-at-home mom. Deborah has completed her AECEO equivalency in Early Childhood Education.
Jessica - Preschool/School-age Teacher
A Durham College graduate in Early Childhood Education, Jessica brings three and a half years of childcare experience to our team. Jessica did her student placements with our centre, and we are pleased to have her on the team full time. Jessica has been a part of the Utica family since she attended as a child.
Emily - Education Assistant/Daycare Support Staff
Former Sir Sandford Fleming College student in the Educational Assistant program, Emily has over four years experience in the childcare field. Emily's extensive background working with children with exceptionalities is a welcome addition to our childcare team. Emily has recently completed courses in red flags for preschool development and supporting anxious children with Autism.
Debbie - Kitchen Manager
Debbie brings years of experience, in restaurants and child care centres, along with her love of cooking and children to Utica Daycare. Debbie makes healthy lunches fun.
Andrea - Supervisor Support/Staff Liaison
Currently on Maternity leave, Andrea graduated from Wilfrid Laurier University with an Honours BA in History and Child Psychology. Andrea continued her education at Loyalist College, graduating with a diploma in Early Childhood Education. Andrea has over 10 years in the field of Childcare, seven of those years in a supervisory role. Andrea attends seminars regularly with an emphasis on autism training and behaviour management. Andrea will be providing supervisor support as needed.