Lisette Dale: Founder, Principal, and Director of Curriculum
Lisette Dale: Founder, Principal, and Director of Curriculum
Lisette Dale: Founder, Principal, and Director of Curriculum
Lisette is a passionate educator with over two decades of experience in teaching and child development. She skillfully merges pedagogies such as Reggio Emilia, Waldorf, and Montessori, dedicated to Inquiry, Emergent, Experiential, and Play-Based learning. Her path has been shaped by diplomas in Developmental Service Work and Montessori (3
Lisette is a passionate educator with over two decades of experience in teaching and child development. She skillfully merges pedagogies such as Reggio Emilia, Waldorf, and Montessori, dedicated to Inquiry, Emergent, Experiential, and Play-Based learning. Her path has been shaped by diplomas in Developmental Service Work and Montessori (3-6 and 6-12) and an Honours Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Studies. Lisette is also a Canadian Lifesaving Society National Lifeguard and Swim Instructor.
She enjoys connecting with nature and animals, cherishing moments with family while engaging in activities such as board games, hockey, triathlons, skiing, softball, camping, dirt biking, baking, and quality time spent with friends. Having taught hundreds of children throughout her career, she finds immense joy in granting children the freedom to learn and progress at their rhythm, guiding them toward holistic growth.
Janis Koenders, Director of Administration
Lisette Dale: Founder, Principal, and Director of Curriculum
Lisette Dale: Founder, Principal, and Director of Curriculum
Janis has worked in education since 2005 as a teacher, administrator, vice principal and principal. She is well-equipped, with her ECE diploma, Montessori diplomas (infant and toddler), and School Administrator’s certificate. Janis is known for being nurturing, organized, and attentive to detail. She profoundly respects children and their
Janis has worked in education since 2005 as a teacher, administrator, vice principal and principal. She is well-equipped, with her ECE diploma, Montessori diplomas (infant and toddler), and School Administrator’s certificate. Janis is known for being nurturing, organized, and attentive to detail. She profoundly respects children and their capabilities and values individualized education that celebrates each child’s strengths. Janis ensures Wilder Learning North Durham operates at its best, nurturing each child's potential and holistic growth.
Judy Jacques, Teacher
Judy Jacques, Teacher
Judy Jacques, Teacher
Judy is a certified forest and nature school practitioner who has worked with children in various capacities for many years. She is currently working on her M.S. of Ed. and completing her OCT (Ontario certified teacher) and has an undergraduate degree in political science and women’s studies. Judy is passionate about teaching and learning
Judy is a certified forest and nature school practitioner who has worked with children in various capacities for many years. She is currently working on her M.S. of Ed. and completing her OCT (Ontario certified teacher) and has an undergraduate degree in political science and women’s studies. Judy is passionate about teaching and learning alongside children. She believes that inquiry-based, child-led, hands-on and play-based learning is integral in fostering meaningful educational experiences for children. After guiding her two children for over a decade of homeschooling, Judy is excited to continue nurturing young people along their learning path.
Emily Ayres, Teacher
Judy Jacques, Teacher
Judy Jacques, Teacher
With seven years of expertise in child care and alternative education, Emily is deeply committed to fostering young minds. An advocate for outdoor education, she sees nature as a transformative classroom that ignites curiosity and growth. Currently pursuing Early Childhood Education at St. Lawrence College, Emily embraces collaborative le
With seven years of expertise in child care and alternative education, Emily is deeply committed to fostering young minds. An advocate for outdoor education, she sees nature as a transformative classroom that ignites curiosity and growth. Currently pursuing Early Childhood Education at St. Lawrence College, Emily embraces collaborative learning, sharing knowledge and discoveries with children, and cultivating mutual growth. Emily enjoys mountain biking, fishing, hiking, reading and spending time with family. Rooted in a passion for learning and nature, Emily aspires to craft an inspiring educational path for future generations.