S.P.L.A.S.H. Child Care Inc. Educators

Aileen holds a Bachelor’s degree in Secondary Education and is a licensed teacher in the Philippines. Her early career included over six years as an Early Childhood Educator in Singapore before she immigrated to Canada. In Canada, she initially worked as a Quality Analyst for more than three years, while simultaneously earning a Diploma in Office Assistant from CDI College with honors. Her career then shifted to academia, where she served as a teaching assistant and later a college instructor for over three years. After maternity leave, Aileen returned to her passion, now working as an Early Childhood Educator II in training.

Aileen expresses deep enjoyment in working with young children, admiring their “innocent way of how they look at our world.” She finds it incredibly fulfilling to “light the children’s flame of curiosity,” believing that educators play a “most crucial role” as “first teachers.” She is a strong advocate for providing children with a robust foundation during their formative years for future success, a mission she actively embraces. Aileen also highlights the long-term impact of early care, stating it “will help shape how they treat others for the rest of their lives,” and recognizes the importance of collaboration with families.

Gagandeep Singh is a proud member of the team at Splash Child Care. In his role, he supports children’s growth and development through a variety of indoor and outdoor activities that encourage learning, creativity, and fun. He is passionate about creating a safe, nurturing, and positive environment where every child feels valued and supported. Gagandeep also ensures that children’s safety, hygiene, and well-being are always a top priority.

Hazel is a Child Care Assistant at SPLASH Child Care Centre. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology with further studies in Management and brings a caring, patient, and positive approach to working with children. She has a genuine interest in understanding children, supporting their individual needs, and helping create an environment where they feel safe, valued, and encouraged to grow.

Hazel believes that every child has their own personality, strengths, and way of learning. She enjoys getting to know each child, building meaningful connections, and being part of their everyday moments of learning, discovery, and play. She brings a warm and positive presence to the classroom and loves seeing children become more confident as they learn and explore.

Outside of work, Hazel enjoys listening to music, taking pictures, hiking, and going for walks. She loves visiting new places, trying new things, and exploring different foods and flavours. She is also a big cat lover.

With over two decades of experience in early childhood education, I have been dedicated to supporting children’s growth and development since 2001. I became a certified Early Childhood Educator (ECE II) in 2012, and since joining Splash in 2014, I’ve embraced a variety of dynamic roles—including Nursery School Educator, Community Garden Lead, and facilitator in both Forest and Urban Forest School programs during summer sessions.

My passion lies in outdoor education and connecting children to nature. I recently completed the Forest School Practitioner course through the Child and Nature Alliance of Canada, deepening my commitment to experiential, nature-based learning. I find great joy in gardening, being outdoors, and sharing these meaningful experiences with children, their families, and the wider community.

I am a lifelong learner, continuously evolving my practice to inspire curiosity, resilience, and a love of learning in every child I work with.