Waves Early Learning Educators

The educators at Waves Early Learning Service are responsive to all children’s strengths, abilities and interests. We will value and build on the child’s strengths, skills and knowledge to ensure their motivation and engagement in learning through the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF).

We recognise the staff as our service’s most precious resource and aim to provide them with a satisfying and safe working environment here at Waves. Further, we also appreciate the experiences and skills of all staff/educators. We value their dedication as an integral element of the success of our service. Waves Early Learning Service is currently overstaffed for the quality and care of our children.

All staff hold current Working with Children Check and Senior First Aid Certificates.

Our Acheivments 

The team at Waves pride themselves on their ability to engage in reflective practices and further their knowledge in areas of interest. Here are some of our achievements that we have been proud to take part in and role model for the children. 

  • Adopting sea creatures to support ocean conservation 
  • Housing our native stingless bees to demonstrate sustainable practices 
  • Foam fest charity fun run for the Make a Wish foundation
  • Red Nose Day
  • Footy colours day
  • Crazy hair day

  • Nikki Director

    As Director of Waves, Nikki brings over a decade of experience in early childhood education and is currently advancing her professional journey by studying towards her Early Childhood Teaching degree. With a strong background in preschool education, Nikki thoughtfully designs and leads a preschool program that supports each child’s readiness for school and life beyond. Her leadership is grounded in genuine relationships with both children and educators and a commitment to creating a nurturing, play-based environment where every child feels seen, heard, and valued.

  • Maddy Gawura Room Leader

    Maddy’s journey with Waves began as a trainee, and through her passion and dedication, she has grown into a confident and inspiring Room Leader in the Gawura Room. Deeply committed to building trusting relationships with every child, Maddy brings a vibrant energy to the room and is particularly passionate about project-based learning. Her pedagogy is grounded in children’s voices and interests, and she continuously seeks innovative ways to make learning meaningful, relevant, and filled with joy.

  • Abbey Gunaagaan Room Leader

    Abbey is an experienced and deeply empathetic early childhood educator who leads our Gunaagaan Room with warmth and intention. She has a natural gift for connecting with young children and is attuned to their emotional needs, creating a safe and inspiring environment where they can thrive. Abbey is especially inspired by children’s wonder and curiosity, and she thoughtfully embeds their ideas and interests into rich, long-term projects that celebrate their thinking and growth.

  • Diaz Educator

    Currently studying her Certificate III, Diaz is a confident and passionate educator who shines in the outdoor environment, where she supports children’s explorations with genuine enthusiasm. Diaz’s connection to Waves runs deep she first came here as a child herself, and now brings that same sense of belonging and joy to the children in her care. She is deeply committed to forming strong, respectful relationships and encouraging children’s curiosity, agency, and love of learning. Her positive energy and growing knowledge of early childhood pedagogy make her a valued and inspiring part of the Waves team.