Owner
Louise Warner
Owner, President Bee Haven Consulting Ltd.
I have been a Lynn Valley resident for over 8 years and a North Shore resident for 16. I am the mother of three beautiful girls; Charlotte age 61/2, Gabriella 4 and Elizabeth 18 months. We also have two great cats, Murphy and Seamus.
My education is both psychology and sociology based and my career started back in 1987 working with physically and mentally challenged children and youth. I then moved into working with abused children and youth who had been apprehended for their own safety by the children welfare branch of the County Council.
In 1991 following a long held dream to come to Canada I accepted a one year contract as a nanny for a family in the Dunbar area. The family and I grew very close and I decided to stay an extra year until the youngest started school. It was during this year I met my husband and decided to become a landed immigrant.
For the last 17 years my career has been again focused on youth particularly street youth in the Downtown Eastside, working first in several capacities including street youth hostel manager for a downtown agency.
After the birth of my first child I took over a year and a half off and then became the Community Liaison Worker for the North Shore Housing Centre advocating and working on behalf of the North Shore's homeless and the agencies that service them.
Buying Bee Haven has been the fulfillment of a long held dream to not only own my own business but also to be a part of shaping the next generations of leaders and providers. I am a strong believer in "it takes a village to raise a child" and look forward to partnering with all our families to provide the best possible care their child can get.
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Kim Dunn
Operations Manager, Mt. Olivet
I have many years of experience in the ECE field after earning my Early Childhood Education Diploma, specializing in infant/toddler and special needs. Over the years I have gained valuable experience and was given the opportunity to work with a variety of children of many ages in many different settings. This included Walt Disney World in Florida, several childcare centres in both Ontario and BC, resorts in Muskoka, Ontario, Girl Guide leader and volunteering through Big Sisters.
After completing the Business Program at Disney University I realized I really enjoyed the business side of how an operation works. I left the field for a few years to gain more experience in the business world. I worked in a sales and marketing position for a while but then ended up back in the world of ECE!
As a centre's Manager' I am able to have the best of both worlds - I still get to be with the kids and work on the business side as well.
I love getting to know all the new families coming into the centre.
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Leader Staff
Shannon Nacey
Team Leader and 3-5 teacher, Mount Olivet
ECE Capilano University
Four years' experience in preschool and 3-5 programs
One year as Mount Olivet team leader
Why did I decide to work with Children?
I have always been a natural caregiver and leader. My passion for working with and educating children flourished when I enrolled in the early childhood care and education program at Capilano University, this passsion quickly turned into a reality and a rewarding career.
Best Thing about working at Bee Haven?
Our amazing staff, who all share the same passion for working with children and work incredibly well in a team environment.
Trelawny (Trey) Bell
Team Leader and School age teacher, St. Clements
SACCA certificate in summer camp management and Managing challenging behaviours NSCRC School Age Care Certificate
Ten years' experience working with children
Why did I decide to work with Children?
Wanted to combine a love of working outdoors and watching the kids try new things and learn about life.
Best thing about working at Bee Haven?
The amazing staff and freedom to program lots of new idea for the kids!
Chelsea Nestman
Acting Team Leader and Infant/Toddler teacher, The Cottage
ECE Certificate from Capilano University
Infant and Toddler Certificate from Capilano University
Has worked as a nanny, Summer camp supervisor, preschool, school age and Kindercare teacher
Why did you decide to work with children?
I have always loved children and now love working with them.
Best thing about working at Bee Haven?
The children and the team of staff.
Carl Wilton
Teacher in 3-5 programs and After school care, The Cottage and Mount Olivet
ECE from Capilano University
Food Safe
First Aid/ CPR with AED
Why did I decide to work with children?
I have always loved taking care of my younger sibling and decided to pursue that love as a profession. After becoming an ECE it confirmed how interesting and fulfilling I knew it would be.
Best thing about working at Bee Haven?
The Children, the coworkers, the environment!
Charlotte Clark
School Age Care teacher, Mount Olivet
First Aid Certification
Worked at Boys and Girls club and Open Door Daycare
Lifeteams: School of Urban Youth Outreach - Hands on Youth and Child work
Volunteer in various Children programs
Why did you decide to work with Children?
I love being a positive influence to kids. Watching and inspiring them to be more and grow in who they are.
Best thing about working at Bee Haven?
Seeing the kids laugh and enjoying themselves so much they don't want to go home!
Natalie Tsang
School Age Care Teacher, Mount Olivet
Two years' experience in school age care at Parkgate Community Centre
B.Ed. Program (Elementary) Specialization: ECE
Summer Camp Supervisor - Parkgate
First Aid Certification: Childcare
Sub-teacher in Infant/Toddler, 3-5 and Kindergarten Programs - Parkgate
Why did you decide to work with Children?
To gain experience for chosen career path. Love Them! Help them grow into responsible young adults.
Best thing about working at Bee Haven?
-Amazing children
-Wonderful Co-workers
-Organized facility
Enjoy learning and playing with the children
Kristina Slivarich
School Age Care Teacher, St. Clements
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology majoring in Child Development Simon Fraser University
First Aid Certification
Why did you decide to work with children?
My first child development course! I became so intrigued and wanted to learn more about children.
Best thing about working at Bee Haven?
The kids, families and staff
Alicia MacIver
3-5 Program teacher, Mount Olivet and The Cottage
ECE
First Aid Certificate
Why did you decide to work with children?
I love discovering the world with children and seeing it through their eyes
Best thing about working at Bee Haven?
The great staff and families
Jessica Culham
Infant/Toddler Teacher, The Cottage
ECE Certification from Capilano University
Completing Infant and Toddler certification at Capilano University
First aid
Food safe
Worked with children for over 9 years
What made you want to work with children?
Always loved working with children, it's my passion. I tried business studies but ending up watching children instead so followed that passion.
What is the best thing about Bee Haven?
The fact that every day is different is my favorite thing... I learn a lot from the children.
Bee Haven Child Care Centre's are always looking for qualified child care teacher's who are passionate about working with children. Are you one of these and would you like to join us? If So, Send us your Resume by Clicking Here!
Last Update: Dec 13, 2011