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# Kim

Tiny Nation Educator - Bulls

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### About Me

I am Mum to two beautiful daughters and I have lived in Bulls for 13 years. I have always gravitated towards children and decided to follow a home-based care path as a way to spend quality time with my own children whilst also pursuing an enjoyable career. Most of my families have become long-time friends and I still have contact with the children I have previously cared for.

## Places We Like To Visit

## *Tiny Nation events* Pop-up playgroups Feilding Library Makino and Lido Pools Kowhai Park The Esplanade Mt Lee's Reserve Te Manawa Blue Acres Foxton Beach and Bike Park Te Matapihi Kitchener Park  Local parks and reserves

## My Availability

I am available Monday-Thursday, 8.30am-3pm (negotiable).

I have space on a Monday for an under or over-2-year-old and space Wednesday for an over-2-year-old.

 

## My Philosophy

I teach children and provide a safe and secure attachment, in an environment that is an extension of their home.

I believe children learn and thrive in an environment where they're happy and are encouraged to be themselves, whilst playing alongside other children.

I gravitate towards the Montessori method, I like to encourage the children to self-direct and choose activities they prefer. I provide recourses and equipment that support child-led, independent play.

## My Environment

I am based in Bulls. I live across the road from a park and swimming pool that we utilise.

At home, the children have resources that they can access independently. I have numerous mini tables and chairs for the children to do activities, both inside and outside. We have a play kitchen, pretend food, animals/dinosaurs, balls, baby dolls, arts and crafts, puzzles, books, toy trucks, wooden toys, train tracks/trains and a trampoline that has been modified for safety. We love to bake and experiment in the kitchen.

In the summer, I set up a gazebo where the children can play, do arts and crafts, chalk art, bubbles, water and sand play, swimming.

## My Training

I hold the national certificate in Early Childhood Education and Care (Level 4). I also have a current first-aid certificate.

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[0800 846 9628](tel:08008469628)  
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 PO Box 8703, Havelock North  
 Hawke’s Bay 4157

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