OUR TEAM

Michèle lends her vast expertise, commitment, drive, passion and vision of creating a better world for all to the YWCA movement. An inspiring changemaker, she has a solid lead-by-example approach that is backed by over a decade-long dedication to the agency.

With more than a decade of experience at YWCA Moncton, Alicia brings lived expertise, diverse skills, and passion to YWCA Moncton. Respected by her peers and teammates, she is a solid feminist and youth advocate, who is dedicated, determined, and always willing to extend a compassionate ear.

Simisola is a published author whose kindness, innovation, generosity, determination, and exceptional organizational skills shine in her role. A self-driven professional with a keen eye for detail, she is passionate about fostering connections and ensuring that everyone in the community feels welcomed and valued as part of YWCA Moncton.

Harman is a passionate and approachable social justice advocate, who brings vast nonprofit sector, human resources, and community development experience to our agency. She is a strong feminist with a warm personality and loves empowering people to make positive changes in their lives.

With years of community support experience, Angel brings great insights to the team. Kind, empathetic, and always willing to lend a hand, Angel goes above and beyond to make sure colleagues and community members feel supported and cared for.

The jack of all trades of the YWCA. Kind-hearted, loved by all, favorite to many of the kids. He is always ready to not only fix things but teach his many skills to others. Always making sure the building flows like a well-oiled machine and that we’re all doing well. 

Gillian brings a passion for the environment and years of experience in engaging individuals in science. She is friendly, dedicated and acts with purpose to responsibly steward the environment while encouraging young people to learn about and care for our natural world.

With a no nonsense approach, Ewa has a keen willingness to take on new challenges, learn, and grow professionally. She is a devoted team player who is efficient, resourceful, and organized and loves welcoming new staff to the YWCA Team.

Ángela brings extensive experience in business management to her role on our team. She is warm, enthusiastic, humble, and always eager to take on new challenges. With her strong organizational skills, creativity, determination, and efficiency, Ángela is excited to contribute to the growth of LeVeg.

Karen is the longest running staff member of the YWCA. As Kitchen Manager, she is responsible for creating all the delicious plant-based food on the menu. She is passionate about the quality of food that comes out of the kitchen and loves to see the children enjoying their meals and snacks.

Kat has that creative spark in the kitchen and can magically whip up pretty much any delicious dish from scratch. She loves to try new recipes and always strives for quality when it comes to serving the children in our Early Learning Centre. Always reliable, she never hesitates to help out whenever she can. She is an amazing asset to the YWCA Moncton team.

With a background in counselling and several years of experience working in emergency shelters and supportive housing, Shaine brings valuable skills to the Housing Team. She understands the struggles people experiencing homelessness are dealing with. Her passion lies in empowering vulnerable people and bringing about positive change.

Open-minded, empathetic, and resourceful are words that spring to mind when describing Natalie. She is always up for a new challenge and she is passionate about helping people navigate community resources and find stable housing.

Supportive, organized and considerate, Melissa provides support services that are attentive to the individuals she serves. With her accepting and insightful approach, Melissa guides individuals at their own pace towards the goals they have identified for themselves.

Rachel brings experience in frontline shelter work and community engagement to her role at YWCA Moncton. With a bright personality and a passion for supporting others, she is excited to be part of the Pathways team, meeting folks where they’re at and helping them navigate their journeys.

Charlene has several years’ experience supporting women and families and is passionate about helping people meet their full potential. With her down-to-earth personality, she brings a warmth to the Pathways team that is felt by clients and staff alike!

Coming all the way from YWCA Yellowknife, Ashley brings over 10 years of experience in providing impactful youth services. Friendly, sensible and dependable, she is committed to making sure our community has the resources and tools needed to support youth.

Originally from Colombia, Viviana brings valuable professional experience and her vibrant personality to the team. She has a great work ethic and gets things done with a smile. She loves to share her language and culture and is excited to pursue her career path in New Brunswick.

Funmi is an ambitious professional with unquenchable enthusiasm and a contagious positive attitude. She is passionate about helping women find a career that inspires them and empower them to remove barriers.

Camila creates a feeling of safety and calm every time she walks into a room. She has a knack for making people feel welcome, heard, and valued. She is energetic, creative, and always ready to provide support. She loves connecting with people, in English and in her native Spanish.

As the first staff member to join YW Margie’s Early Learning Centre, Heather continues to be a valued and trusted team member. She is often sought out for advice from other members of the team. Her love for the babies is undeniable and is the center of everything she does.

Crystal is a dedicated staff member with a wealth of knowledge who does not hesitate to lend her support to her fellow educators when needed. Her creativity and extensive library of books and activities have been valuable assets to the team.

Amanda is passionate about giving children the freedom to explore their environments. Her love of music is passed along to the children and you will often see the children in her class dancing and singing along to the music being played.

Creative, messy and adventurous are the best words to describe Robin’s teaching style. She does not shy away from trying new things and allowing the children to try new things as well, no matter how messy it may get. To her, it is all about the experience.

Jordyn is like a breath of fresh air to whoever she meets. She is always happy and joking around with her fellow team members. She is very kind and loving with our younger children and loves all the snuggles. She ensures the children in her care feel loved and secure.

Amandeep has won over the hearts of our infants and their families. Her love for children and her kindness show through every day. Her calming nature puts everyone around her at ease.

Sim obtained her Early Childhood Education diploma in Montreal and this is her first experience working in a NB Early Learning Centre. Her love for teaching children is evident in her daily interactions with them. She really enjoys doing crafts with the children and implementing hands on and play-based strategies for experimental learning.

Risolat has been an Early Childhood Educator in many different areas of the world, and she is also a Montessori Certified Educator. She brings her diverse teaching experience to the Early Learning Centre and has created a rich, engaging learning environment in her classroom.

Katie is a versatile and affectionate team member who thrives working with all age groups. She values children as unique learners and treasures their laughter, pride in accomplishments, and the power of a simple hug. Her humour and warmth brighten everyone's day, making her a joy to work with.

Tonya is passionate about helping children learn and grow. She enjoys interacting with the children and engaging in their play, which allows her to build strong relationships with them and their families.

Monika joined the team as a Casual/Relief Staff. She was a teacher in India for approximately five years. She has a passion for learning and wants to further her education in Canada. She has been working mostly with our infants/toddlers, an age group she especially loves connecting with.

Meilyn joined the team as a Casual/Relief Staff. Meilyn has experience as a teacher in Honduras. She is always up for a new challenge and loves learning new things. Her patience, caring, and understanding are evident in her interactions with the children.

Maria brings with her a wealth of experience from her time working in Montreal. She believes in working as a team and supporting each other for the well-being of the children. Maria allows the children to lead their learning by providing a variety of opportunities in her classroom.

Ruslana joined the team as a relief staff. She brings a lot of experience teaching to many different ages. She enjoys working with our younger children and watching them learn and grow.

Eunjung is passionate about creating a safe and enriching environment for children where they can experience joy and loves seeing their eyes sparkle with curiosity. Eunjung contributes to children’s holistic development by encouraging and supporting them to freely explore their surroundings and themselves. Eunjung appreciates working with children to gain diverse insights into the world and to be a better person.

Mario joined the team as a relief/casual staff. Mario feels it is a good opportunity to gain experience from the children while they play to better understand them, and then keep the creativity going for the developmental growth. He loves to work while helping others, and this is an amazing opportunity to leave a mark on their cognitive development. He trusts in the equality and the significant role that all of us as humans must play on the education of the new generations.

Harmeet joined the team as a relief staff. Being an educator brings her immense joy as she gets to witnesses the incredible journey of children growing, playing, and achieving milestones. Her patience, caring, and approachable nature are crucial in fostering positive interactions. Harmeet’s passion lies in contributing to children's learning, creating a nurturing environment, and positively impacting their lives.

Mila has vast experience working in Early Learning Centers around the world and has both a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Elementary Education. She thrives working with preschool children and she is dedicated to providing children with the best possible education and care.

Chris joined the team as a Casual/Relief Staff. She has many years of teaching experience at a school in India. She has a calming personality and is very attentive to the children’s needs.

Ray enjoys being outdoors and observing and caring for the natural environment. His desire to live as a responsible citizen is evident in his choices and daily living. Ray is thoughtful, creative, and kind to others, and loves to share his passions with others.

Modest joined the team as an Individual Support Worker. Her outgoing personality has made her a valuable member of the After-School/Summer Camp team. Modest finds joy in shaping the foundation of children's lives and witnessing their growth, development, and learning milestones. She cherishes the opportunity to tap into her creativity daily, whether it's designing engaging activities, adapting lessons to meet individual needs, or finding innovative solutions to challenges

Suaad is warm, kind, and loving with the children and is confident working with all age groups. She is reliable, loves to learn, and is and always willing to help where needed.

Irene joined the team as a relief staff. She loves to experience the joy of witnessing children's milestones and developmental achievements firsthand. Building strong connections with young learners and their families adds a rewarding and personal aspect to her profession. Creating a nurturing environment for exploration and play contributes to a sense of fulfillment to her as an early childhood educator.

Grace started with us as a student volunteer and has since joined as a casual/relief staff member. She is eager to continue learning and has chosen to pursue a career working with children. She finds their natural curiosity and energy inspiring, knowing they will motivate her to gain new knowledge, experiences, and skills in this field.

Summer joined our team a few years ago and recently returned as a Casual/Relief staff. With a lifelong passion for childcare as the eldest of six, she has dedicated over 2,500 hours to volunteer work, including the Katimavik program, and even travelled to New Zealand as an Au Pair. For Summer, YWCA Moncton is a home away from home, aligning perfectly with the values she lives by every day.

Sonamjit first joined us as a student completing her ECE placement and quickly became part of our team as a Casual/Relief staff. She loves the welcoming, supportive atmosphere at the center, where teamwork and collaboration thrive. Sonam appreciates the center's commitment to nurturing children's growth and development with exceptional care.

Chen joined the team as a relief and casual staff member, bringing over seven years of experience in early childhood education. With a master’s in neurobiology and a passion for Waldorf Education, he uses artistic and practical approaches to nurture children’s growth. After moving from Hong Kong to Moncton for a peaceful, community-focused lifestyle, Chen is excited to apply his skills and expertise at the YWCA.

Emily joined the team as an Inclusion Support Worker, bringing her soft and gentle demeanour that children quickly warm to. Passionate about working with kids from a young age, she pursued a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education and taught primary students for over a decade in the Philippines. Emily finds joy in witnessing children’s progress and being part of their learning journey.

Jackson joined the team as an Individual Support Worker and quickly showed a genuine interest in connecting with the children and engaging in their environment. He values their unique perspectives and believes he can make a lasting, positive impact on their lives. Witnessing their growth and development firsthand is a rewarding part of his work.

Jaspreet joined the team as a relief staff. She loves working with children and believes seeing them learn and grow is very rewarding. She has lots of fun animating crafts and fun activities to inspire childrens imaginations and growth.

Linda is a natural teacher, who excels at explaining complex concepts in a way that's easy to understand. With patience, empathy, and a dedication to her students' success, she goes above and beyond to help them reach their full potential. In addition to her teaching skills, Linda is also a talented handworker with a creative flair and with her green thumb, she is a great help with the YWCA garden project.

Erminia has a natural talent for connecting with people, and she relishes the opportunity to learn about their backgrounds. Her compassionate, empathetic, and supportive approach helps her clients feel at ease in her presence. She is dedicated and committed to empowering and advocating for her clients as they navigate the complexities of the family law system.