Our team:
Joanne (Jo) Lucas
Director / Teacher
Bachelor Qualified
Crystal Hearn
Teacher
Bachelor Qualified
Hi my name is Jo.
10 years ago I was very lucky to be employed with Rutherglen Kinder as it was always my dream to work in a stand-alone Kinder, I have enjoyed getting to know the community, families and the children and I like running into past children I have taught. I love dress-up days and the expressions on children's faces when they realise they can accomplish something they didn't think they could.
I live in Wangaratta with my husband. I enjoy playing tennis, going away with my family and baking for my family and friends. Another thing you need to know about me is I LOVE the colour blue.
Hi my name is Crystal.
For the past 15years I have worked in a variety of Early Childhood Education and School settings. I have also had the amazing opportunity to live and teach in Singapore. During my time in Singapore, I worked with a range of teachers from around the world and taught many different students from different nationalities. Through this incredible experience I deleloped the love of travel and learning more about the world we live in. I hope to share this knowledge and experience with the students I teach in the future.
Rebecca (Bec) Jones
Early Childhood Educator
Diploma Qualified
Irene Moloney
Early Childhood Educator
Certificate 3 Qualified
(almost Diploma qualified)
My name is Rebecca Jones.
I have worked in early childhood for 21 years and been at Rutherglen Kinder for 7 years.
I have a husband and 2 children. We like spending time camping and fishing. I especially love to go on long walks with my border collie Maggie.
My favourite colour is red and I love the song called Wiggle woo.
Hi my name is Irene.
I have been in the Early Education sector for 11 years. For the past 8 years I have been supporting children with additional needs.
I am a mother of 4. My favourite colour is purple and I love going for long walks and catching up with friends.
Caroline Barber
Early Childhood Educator
Certificate 3 Qualified
Hi my name is Caroline.
I have been working in the education sector for eight years in a variety of settings. I love working with children and watching them learn and grow. My favourite colour is blue and I love barracking for the Melbourne Demon's and watching them play at the MCG. I have four children and love spending time with my family and going on holidays to the beach.
Sandra Lowe
Early Childhood Educator
Diploma Qualified
Hello Everyone, my name is Sandra and I have been very lucky to have been working in the early education industry for over 20 years! I have 2 children and 2 Grandchildren. My favourite pastimes are spending time with my family, horse riding and reading.
Tanya Backhouse
Administration
Hi I am Tanya.
I am new to Kinder administration but I have worked in various administration roles for 30+ years. I have three adult children (who grew up too fast). I love hearing your kids play and sing.