Meet The Educators

My name is Semira. Experienced and passionate early childhood teacher with a love for educating today’s youth. I have experience working with children of different ages however, my heart is set in infants. I also have about 15 years of experience working with children in my native country, Albania and three years Canadian experience working with children, too.

I am incredibly happy I am expanding my experience and knowledge with the children as an ECE teacher. Bringing forth dedication skills, and the desire to positively change the lives of the children. Being with the children and watching them grow brings happiness to me. I see the children as they are my own.

When I am not working you can find me planting flowers. I have a huge passion for plants and flowers spending quality time with my family.

I wanted to take a moment to introduce myself and share a little about who I am. My name is Angelica Pechene and I am thrilled to be a part of your child’s life as their toddler teacher.

I have about over 8 years of experience in the field . I believe that every child is unique and has their own individual strengths and abilities. My goal is to create a nurturing and inclusive environment where each child feels valued and supported.

Communication is important to me, and I am committed to maintaining an open line of communication with parents which has helped create beautiful relationships with families throughout the years.

I enjoy dancing, photography, going on hikes and traveling. My beautiful family consists of my husband and my son, 2 cats and a dog. I am fluent in Spanish and English, and speak a little German as well.

I am excited to embark on this journey with your child and help them reach their full potential. Thank you for entrusting me with their growth.

Hi There, My name is Latoya Kennedy and I am one of your child’s educators here at Young Minds Preschool.

I am a mother of 3 girls ( 26, 24 and 7) , 3 boys (11,9 and 6) and a grandmother to 1 grandson ( almost 3 ) and I love them all with all my and everything in me.

I believe in the children of the future and would love to continue on this journey with you of shaping your children, our children’s minds in order for them to become the powerful young man and woman that they were predestined to be.

Hello, my name is Eva Kabouris , Lead Early Childhood Educator in the preschool room. I happily joined Young Minds Preschool September of 2022.

I come from a childcare center where I worked for the last 25 years. I was always eager for change and excited to offer my experience and knowledge to Young Minds Preschool. I’ve always had a passion working with children at a very young age and find it rewarding to watch children succeed in their early years. I enjoy studying and learning each individual child as they present different traits of uniqueness.

Coming from a play based center and now currently working for a Reggio inspired program, I have grown to love and appreciate the Reggio inspired approach to learning as it offers children to construct their knowledge and develop skills through exploration , self-expression and collaborations with their teachers and peers. I’m looking forward to Working with your children closely and ensuring your children are offered the best quality care during their time in the Preschool room.

Hello my name is Shekera, this year is my first year working at Young Minds Preschool as an early childhood assistant teacher. I am a Mom of 2.

I have 4 years experience working as an assistant teacher, with my bubbly personality I know your children will have an amazing time in my classroom.

In my free time I love to take long drives out with my 2 wonderful children. I also love to dance, cook, travel and meet new people.

Hello, my name is Vasudha Nanda. I am a kindergarten teacher at Young Minds Preschool, Burlington.

I am an Ontario certified teacher with a masters degree in business administration and over 5 years of teaching experience in kindergarten.

As an educator, I love the curiosity, imagination and inquisitiveness of the children which inspires me to grow and learn. I am passionate about children’s development, education and creating a safe environment where they can grow and flourish.

Keeping in mind each child’s uniqueness and strengths, I plan my lessons to stimulate their cognitive, social and emotional development.

I look forward to being a part of your child’s learning journey.