Meet the 
Geebung Kindy 
Team

Rebecca with a child

Rebecca Sutherland

Position

Director & Teacher

Group(s)

Grevillea
Lilly Pilly

Qualifications

Diploma of Teaching (Early Childhood)
Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood)

About Me

I have been a teacher at Geebung Kindy since 2013 and I can honestly say I love coming to work each day.

Everyday at Kindy is different. Our program is determined by the children’s interests, needs and individual abilities. I believe that play based learning allows us to cater to the individual child and allows us to make learning fun.

I have been teaching since 1994 and I have taught various age groups in NSW, the UK and Queensland, however I find teaching Kindy-age children the most exciting and rewarding.

I knew from a very young age I wanted to be a Kindy teacher and I feel honoured to be working with such a fantastic team here at Geebung.

Favourite part of Geebung Kindy

The Kindy year is such a special year for children and their families and it’s a privilege to play an important role in the start of their educational journey.

Leah Murray

Position

Teacher

Group(s)

Wattle

Qualifications

Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood)

About Me

I have been a teacher at Geebung Kindy since 2008. From the moment I called in to Geebung C&K to drop in my resume for relief teaching in 2008 I knew it was my dream to teach at the Kindy.
The staff and environment felt instantly inviting and warm and I was thrilled to become a permanent part of the Geebung team in the weeks to come.
Having my own children I see the impact and the difference to their confidence and desire to learn when they know they are supported, respected and valued within their learning environment.
When children feel safe, secure, valued and listened to they naturally become active and motivated in their learning.
Geebung has given me the opportunity to bring my love of teaching into reality. Being a part of such a warm, collaborative, caring team environment ensures that we as a teaching staff are able to provide a unique supportive learning environment for all children and families.

Favourite part of Geebung Kindy

I love that each child brings unique experiences from their home and culture. It’s such a joy to watch and support our Kindy friends throughout the year and to see them embrace their learning journey. I look forward to being a part of the Geebung Kindy family for years to come.

Gaye Lincoln

Position

Teacher

Group(s)

Banksia

Qualifications

Bachelor of Arts
Diploma of Visual Arts and Contemporary Craft
Graduate Diploma of Education (Early Childhood)

About Me

I have been a teacher at Geebung Kindy since 2018. I love the creativity, curiosity, enthusiasm and imagination that young children bring to their learning. I love learning about each child’s culture, family and their interests and working together with families to build strong relationships.
Geebung Kindy is such a warm and supportive place to work and learn.

Favourite part of Geebung Kindy

I am passionate about nature play and nurturing each child’s connection to the natural world. I love being outdoors, exploring the frog pond and garden with the children.

Emma Bowden

Position

Teacher Assistant

Group(s)

Wattle

Qualifications

Certificate III in Early Childhood Education

About Me

I have been an Assistant here at Geebung since 2007. I always knew I wanted to work with Children and Geebung has been the perfect fit for me. I look forward every year to shaping children’s future and contributing to their interest in learning.

At Geebung we have a warm and caring environment and I feel fortunate to be part of such a wonderful team.

Favourite part of Geebung Kindy

Meeting new Children every year and helping them grow into strong and confident people.

Tamzine Alcorn

Position

Teacher Assistant

Group(s)

Lilly Pilly
Grevillea

Qualifications

Certificate III. Early Childhood

About Me

Both my children attended Geebung kindergarten & I’ve been a part of the Kindergarten since 2013.

My love for working with children, especially kindy age children, developed in my work as a before and after school assistant. Early childhood education seemed like a natural progression for me, so the opportunity of working with children at Geebung C&K was a fantastic fit.

I believe every child has a unique learning path and it’s a passion of mine to help support the growth and development of each child by giving them the confidence and security to move forward in their next journey.

Favourite part of Geebung Kindy

My favourite part of kindy is developing meaningful relationships with the children and their families. Being a part of the children's learning journey and watching them grow and learn through play is fulfilling.

Richelle Lorenz

Position

Teacher Assistant

Group(s)

Banksia

Qualifications

certificate lll in Early childhood Education

About Me

I have been lucky enough to have worked at Geebung kindergarten since 2021.

This kindergarten holds a special place in my heart. 

I’ve always known I wanted to work alongside children at a young age and to see my dream come true is such a nice feeling. To watch and be engaged with the children to see  them grow, laugh and be inspired through learning and play is truly amazing.

To be able to come to this kindergarten each day to work is wonderful, and to see the children arrive each day with smiles on their faces is beautiful and to know you are apart of their journey and future is amazing. 

Geebung kindergarten is a beautiful calm space and to work alongside an amazing team is just an honour.

Favourite part of Geebung Kindy

Welcoming the children and families and seeing the joy on their faces each day.

Debra Gaylard

Position

Teacher Assistant

Qualifications

Certificate III Early Childhood Educator

About Me

I have been a Teacher Assistant since 1997 and have been lucky enough to have been a Teaching assistant at Geebung Kindy since 2000. 

I am proud of the role I have in helping develop confident, independent and happy children leading into their first year of primary education. 

I believe that the Early Years Framework is important to a child’s development and fosters age-appropriate play based learning. I love working at Geebung Kindy, due to the wonderful working environment, leadership of our Director and the wonderful staff I get to work with each and every day.

Favourite part of Geebung Kindy

Being able to watch our children develop into strong, resilient and happy learners.

Gemma Faint

Position

Support Staff

About Me

I’m a relatively new face at Geebung Kindy, taking on the role of part-time admin assistant in July 2021.

In the short time I’ve been on board I’ve been made to feel incredibly welcomed by the amazing staff and families, which is truly indicative of the warm community feel at the Kindy.

I’ve been involved previously in community kindergarten as both an employee and a parent on the committee, and really value the exceptional experience this setting and the teachers provide to our children. 

I look forward to welcoming new families to our wonderful community, feel free to pop into the office and see me or give me a call if there is anything I can help with.

Favourite part of Geebung Kindy

I love when little friends pop into the office to see me, have a chat, and show off their artwork or craft activity.

Sue Diviney

Position

Support Staff

About Me

My experience at Geebung Kindy originally started in 1998 as the mother of an excited 4-year-old on her first day of Kindy.

As a parent I took on the committee role of Treasurer, and very much enjoyed being able to do my part during my child’s time at the Kindy.

In 1999 I was offered the role of Financial Administrator, and haven’t looked back since.

In 2000, I returned to the Kindy in the role of a mother with my youngest child, and with the utmost confidence in the teachers and the quality of teaching she would receive.

Seventeen years later and I am still enjoying what I do, and being able to play a part in making every parent of an excited four-year-old’s experience as positive as it can be.

Favourite part of Geebung Kindy

Being able to work beside the supportive and passionate staff, committees and families every year, is such a large part of what makes this Kindy so great, and such a joy to work at.

Michelle Dukes

Position

Support Staff

About Me

I have enjoyed being a supportive part of Geebung Kindy since 2018.  It is so lovely to be a part of a team that works together to create a great Kindy experience for the children and their families. Working here gives me a great sense of belonging and I enjoy contributing to the health and wellbeing of both the children and the staff.

I am a creative at heart and enjoy helping people. I run a small business with my husband and have volunteered at my own children’s schools and clubs. Being a part of something that helps others not just my own family has real meaning for me.

It is so interesting to come and help at Kindy every day and see the wonderful impact that the lovely staff and warm environment has on the children.

Favourite part of Geebung Kindy

Seeing all the children’s cheeky smiles and personalities.

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