Executive Director
Maria - Level 3
Maria - Level 3
Children have always been my passion even when I didn't know it. Once I entered the childcare frield in 2009, I knew I found my place. I have worked many years in a classroom as an educator, program supervisor, and have opened and operated two daycare centers. I am glad to be with the Cabin 4 Kids team! I'm excited for what we will accomplish together!
Favourites
Children's Book: Mr. Peabody's Apples by Madonna
Author:
Color: Blue
Sport: Volleyball
Scent: Apple
Music: A little bit of everything
Food: East Indian Cuisine
Season: Fall
Holiday: Thanksgiving
My name is Lauren Bratton , I am level 1 early childhood educator. I was born and raised in a small southern town called Fort Macleod where many films were made . I enjoy helping children go through all their milestones and teaching them new things to help them learn and grow in fun and interesting ways!. I have been currently working on in my little spare time learning my native language Blackfoot . I have two kids 12 and 15 . My favorite season is summer as I get to enjoy the outdoors by going truck tenting and going for motorcycle rides .
Favorite book: the jungle book
Favorite colors : lime green , purple , electric blue
Favorite sports: volleyball,
Favorite holiday : Halloween
Favorite foods : chicken wings, steak, sushi , bbq chicken and anything smoked , roasted veggies and potatoes
Emily - Level 3
My Name is Emily! I grew up in Vermilion, AB & took ECE at Lakeland College in Vermilion. I am expecting my first baby in March & as excited as I am to be entering motherhood I will miss working at The Cabin! I enjoy quadding, being outdoors & spending time with family!
Favourites:
Children's Book: Oh, The Places You'll Go
Color: Rose Gold
Sport: Hockey
Season: Fall
Holiday: Christmas
Food: BBQ
Team Leads
Anissa - Level 3
Hi, my name is Anissa! My favourite food is pizza, and in my free time I love staying active. I enjoy playing volleyball, snowboarding in the winter, and going on hikes with my dog.
I graduated from Lakeland College in 2024 and was excited to join the Kitscoty Team shortly after. I enjoy working with children and feel grateful to learn and grow alongside them.
Favourite holiday: Christmas
Favourite color: blue
Favourite book: -Smelly socks by Robert munsch
Yan - Level 3
My name is Yan, and I am a certified Level 3 Early Childhood Educator. I was raised in China, where I developed a deep passion for nurturing young minds. I bring over 2 years of experience working in daycares in China, and have been joyfully working with children here in Canada for 1 year. I am dedicated to creating a supportive and engaging environment where every child can thrive through exploration and discovery.
Favorites
Book: Guess How Much I Love You
Author: Sam McBratney
Color: Green
Sport: Badminton
Scent: Jasmine
Music: Blues
Hobby: Baking
Food: Dumplings
Season: Spring
Holiday: Chinese New Year
Amandeep - Level 3
Hi! My name is Amandeep, and you can call me Aman. I am originally from India, and I speak English, Punjabi, and Hindi. I am a Level 3 Early Childhood Educator, and I truly enjoy working with children. I believe every child is unique and deserves a safe, loving, and supportive environment to learn and grow.
I enjoy planning fun and creative activities that help children develop socially, emotionally, and academically. Building strong relationships with children and families is very important to me.
Outside of work, I love summer in Canada and Christmas break because it is a special time to relax and celebrate with family. My favorite color is pink, and I enjoy playing cricket and eating vegetarian Indian food
Kimberley - Level 1
Favourites:
Book: Anything by Dr. Seuss
Color: Pink & Blue
Season: Fall
Holiday: Christmas
Food: Pasta
Sport: Hockey
Pankaj - Level 3
My name is Pankaj, and I am a dedicated child care educator working in a daycare. I am passionate about creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where children can learn, grow, and feel valued. I enjoy supporting each child’s development and building positive relationships with families.
Favourite book- Kindness makes me stronger
Sports- Cricket
Holiday- Christmas break
Season- Summer
Food- Indian authentic food
Colour- Black
Educators & Float Team
Pratham - Level 2
My name is Pratham Patel and I have Level 2 in Early Childhood Education certificate. I cleared my certificate from Lakeland College from Vermilion campus and I am so positive in my work or in my study.
Favorites:
📚 Favourite children’s book: The Very Hungry Caterpillar
🎨 Favourite color: Blue
⚽ Favourite sport: Cricket
🎉 Favourite holiday: Diwali
🍂 Favourite season: Fall
🍲 Favourite food: Pav Bhaji
Lynsey - Level 1
I am a mom of 2 children and 1 cat. Been in childcare for about 15 years, in my free time I enjoy gardening, creating projects with my Cricut, going camping, cooking and going to concerts.
Favourites:
Book: Mortimer by Robert Munsch
Color: Green
Sport: Football
Season: Summer
Holiday: Christmas
Food: Burgers
Autumn - Level 2
My name is Autumn, I am 22 years old and I am currently working towards my level 3 Early Childhood Educator Diploma at Lakeland College in Vermilion. I was raised in Paradise Valley, AB and have lived there my whole life. I love to bake, draw, do crafts and play with my friends children.
Favorites
Book: Shiver
Author: Maggie Stiefvater
Color: Orange
Sport: Volleyball
Scent: Peppermint
Music: Country music
Hobby: Photography, Drawing
Food: Mid-rare Steak, Chinese food, BBQ food
Season: Summer
Holiday: Christmas, Thanksgiving
Heena - Level 2
Victoria - Level 1
Hi! I'm Victoria. I was born and raised in BC, but moved to Vermilion to attend school. I fell in love with the area and am proud to call it home now. I really enjoy making a difference in children lives every day and watching them learn new skills! When Im not at the Cabin, I am making memories with my 2 daughters.
Favorite kids book: Love you forever by Robert Munsch
Favorite color: Lime green
Favorite holiday: Christmas
Favorite season : Fall
Favorite food: Spaghetti
Jo - Level 1