Kat
Nominated Supervisor/Director
I Have a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree from UNSW College of Fine Arts & am currently studying my Diploma in Childrens Services. I spent over 6 years travelling abroad exploring diverse cultures through 35 different countries in 5 separate continents. I lived & worked in a remote village in Costa Rica as a Volunteer building an aqueduct with the community & teaching English in the local school. I have worked in OOSH in Sydney for over ten years as a Director & Assistant Director. I am also a qualified Hairdresser, a devoted photographer & am currently working on my first novel.
Brooke
Assistant Director/Responsible Person
I have worked with children for over 7 years, it has been a passion of mine for as long as I can remember. I have worked as a nanny, in long day care and in Out of School Hours services. I have a Certificate 3 and Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care and I am working towards a Bachelor of Primary Teaching.
I love to travel and feel children should learn about the world around them in fun ways. I also believe in embedding respect and inclusion in everything I do. I know AUSLAN (Australian Sign Language) and enjoy sharing this with children too.
Lily
Educational Leader/Responsible Person
I am a kind, free spirited person who loves living a green lifestyle. I have a passion for design and creativity which I incorporate when working with children. I hold a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care am big on engaging children in meaningful experience which connect them to the community and develops children in a holistic manner.. I am currently travelling in Europe!
Michael
Educator/Responsible Person
My passion for snowboarding dominated my world for the last 3 years as I carved up the Canadian slopes and lived life to the fullest. This time abroad gave me extraordinary life experience where I evolved and became self-aware of my place on earth. This in turn made me realise I wanted to return to Australia to study Arts & Law. I joined the COOSC team in 2012 and love partaking in the various experiences with children of all ages.
Ruby
Educator/Responsible Person
I have recently finished my psychology undergraduate degree, which has led me to my passion for people and helping others. I am a bubbly and sociable person and I love to share my own interests such as my dog and my love for food with the children.
Claudia
Educator/Responsible Person
I have been working at COOSC since 2016, while completing my undergrad studies in Communications. After graduating, I completed an internship in this field and from this, realised my passion lies in Primary Education. Since then, I am currently completing my Masters in Primary Education. During my time at COOSC I have been able reflect on and develop my skills within the education setting. I cherish my bond that I have with Clovelly kids and I have been fortunate enough to complete my first practicum at Clovelly Public School.
Artemi
Educator
I am currently completing a Bachelor of Communications at UTS. I enjoy building positive relationships with the children and learning about their unique and quirky personalities. I joined the COOSC team in 2017 and have loved the fun and enthusiastic environment. When I’m not at COOSC or at uni I’m down at the beach enjoying a frappe!
Zoe
Educator
I am currently studying a Bachelor of Health Science as I am super passionate about health and well being. I have always enjoyed looking after children and have so much fun creating interactive ways of playing out doors with them! I also studied occupational therapy for a period of time and enjoy seeing kids develop their skills through play and creativity. The COOSC environment is a positive and caring environment which I was lucky enough to join this year.
Bella
Educator
I am currently studying a Fine Arts/Arts degree at UNSW, and love incorporating my creativeness into activities and seeing the kids imagination. I have experience working with kids through nannying and babysitting, and always find it interesting interacting with new kids and learning about them. I joined the COOSC team this year and love the caring, friendly environment they have created for the kids.
Dylan
Educator
I am currently undertaken a Bachelor of arts and education (secondary) at USYD. I am currently a leader in a youth organisation where I volunteer on weekends, in 2018 with the organisation I learnt about leadership and education abroad for the year. Since joining COOSC in 2019 my passion for teaching and education has grown even further. I enjoy the COOSC environment and the positive relationship all the educators have with the kids!
CJ
Educator
I joined the COOSC team in 2017 and have thoroughly enjoyed and continue to enjoy working here with amazing children and fellow educators. I am passionate about exploring the outdoors, traveling the world and experiencing alternative ways of living. Another passion of mine is sport (football in particular) which I am often incorporating into the children’s experiences. Next year I will be starting my paramedicine degree which reflects my love for working and interacting with people, young and old.
Alicia
Educator
I have recently completed a Masters in Primary Teaching. My first teaching placement was at Clovelly Public, and I loved it here so much I had to stay and work at COOSC! When I’m not working in museums giving tours to school groups, travelling to every corner of the globe or at home looking after my dog and budgie, I’m here at COOSC enjoying lively discussions in Book Club, running craft activities to connect kids to the world around them or playing a highly competitive game of Scattegories.
Bianca
Educator
Tom
Educator
I am currently completing the final year of Bachelor of Business and International Studies where I major in Finance, Economics and Spanish. I joined the Coosc team in 2019 and really enjoy participating in all kinds of various experiences with the children. I enjoy practicing my Spanish and especially enjoy being teased about my accent by many of the children with a spanish background who attend Coosc.
Ella
Educator
Brooke
Educator
After joining COOSC in 2018, I have thoroughly enjoyed working the in the creative and lively environment! I maintain a keen interest in education and working with children, and am currently completing my Bachelor in Primary Education at Sydney University. I love being outdoors (particularly in the ocean), music and travelling. I’m looking forward to future experiences at COOSC and continuing to learn and build relationships with the children.
Lili Skye
Educator
I am currently studying a Bachelor of Health Science as I am very passionate about health and fitness. I also love learning about different cultures around the world and love to travel. Another passion of mine is art, I particularly love drawing and painting with the children as I am able to teach them new techniques in order to develop their art making skills. I joined the COOSC team in 2017 and love how the environment is always positive, happy and safe.
Matt
Educator
Arabella
Educator
I am currently studying a Bachelor of commercial Interior Design at Billy Blue design College. For the past two years that i have been out of school, I have travelled throughout Europe and worked part time in coaching swimming, surfing and working at COOSC. I am a bubbly, sporty and enthusiastic character who has a passion for incorporating all aspects of leadership and fun into my work place.
Jordan
Educator
Hi. I’m Jordan, I’ve been working with COOSC since 2012! I have completed my training in becoming a Primary Teacher, but love this job too much to leave. I frequently take long trips to Germany and other places in Europe to spend time with friends and family. I’m in a doozy band with my friends and really enjoy making music, art and doing other drama related stuff here at COOSC.
Nathan
Educator
Hi, I’m Nathan, I joined the COOSC team in term 4 2018 and have felt right at home from day one. My passion for sports and learning about different cultures has really driven my love for this job. I recently got back from a three month trip around Europe and I am currently completing a Bachelor of Business at UTS, majoring in marketing and finance. I enjoy the active, fun and positive environment at COOSC and look forward to learning and developing strong relationships with the children and their families.