My name is Christine Moore and I am the Head Teacher for Douglas Park Preschool. I work within the Orca 4 year old class and Orca 3 year old class. This is my sixth year at Douglas Park Preschool, and I have been in the childcare field for over twenty years. Throughout my career, I also had the privilege to instruct adult students in Early Childhood Education both in Colleges and conducting workshops for professional development. In addition to my Early Childhood Education schooling, I graduated from Simon Fraser University with a Bachelor of General Studies. Over the years, I have developed an Eclectic approach within ECE and thrive to maintain a focus on meeting the individual needs of each child. I am originally from Vancouver and grew up near this community. I have lived and worked in various other locations in BC. Working with children continues to provide me joy and purpose each day. In my spare time, I like to be with my family and friends, travel, play games and watch great movies/shows. 
My Name is Maryam Baghaeyan and I am a teacher in the Orca Class, mornings and afternoons. This is my second year teaching at Douglas Park Preschool. I was born in Iran, and have been in the childcare field for almost 20 years. I completed my Early Childhood Education Diploma Program at Langara College and received a certificate in the Montessori method from a London Teacher Training College in Iran. I’m interested in educating the whole child, by offering a holistic approach to the inquiries that arise, and learning the unique way each child learns and explores. I believe that being an Early Childhood Educator made me a better mom. My son is now 11 years old. I work to model a respect for the world, the importance of strong relationships and the strengthening of diversity. I like to exercise, play piano, read books, and enjoy listening to different podcasts about psychology.
My name is Jessica Kwan and I have been working in the childcare field for nine years. This is my second year within the Unicorn room at Douglas Park Preschool. I have been a part of the team at Douglas Park Community Centre since 2019, originally working in the School Age programs. In 2017, after I achieved my Bachelors Degree in General Studies at Simon Fraser University, I worked in Thailand for two years teaching English within a 4 year old classroom. I believe that children are full of potential and can learn through the exploration of their environment. In my spare time, I enjoy hiking, baking, traveling and collecting postcards.
My name is Kaila Olichny and this is my first year at Douglas Park Preschool. I am excited to be joining the teaching team, working in the Unicorn 3 year old and 4 year old classes. I have been in the childcare field for over 12 years and I graduated with my ECE Certificate from Sternberg College in 2012. I love teaching Preschool and my passion is working with 3-5 year olds. Children are amazing and I love learning and exploring together with them. Outside of the classroom, I enjoy spending time with my friends and family, playing games, reading and eating good food.
My name is Jillian Hunt and this is my second year as a Floater Teacher, supporting the classrooms and children at Douglas Park Preschool. I completed my Early Childhood Education at George Brown College in Toronto. Since then, I have worked in children's camps supporting diverse abilities as an Early Childhood Educator with various age groups. I am deeply passionate about my role in supporting children learning in their own way and at their own pace. I have a special interest in neurodivergent brains and actively prioritize inclusion and a strength-based approach to teaching. My pedagogical philosophy is based on the view that children are invaluable resources in showing and teaching us who they are and how best they learn. In addition to my Early Childhood Education, I hold a Bachelor of Psychology from MacEwan University in Edmonton. I moved to Vancouver to be closer to family and have been enjoying exploring the beautiful natural spaces surrounding the city while trying my hand at foraging. In my spare time, I enjoy gardening, water colour painting, learning the guitar, hiking and soccer.
