At Dragonfly’s, our educators harness their unique talents to engage, include and inspire children.
Through the mantra of ‘education through play’ and active supervision, our educators provide the
building blocks that are essential for our children’s lifelong learning, whilst fostering conducive,
positive partnerships with their families and the wider community.
Ingrid Jobson
Centre Director and Nominated Supervisor
Welcome to Dragonflys Early Leaning my name is Ingrid.
I am a passionate advocate for Early Childhood Education with 25 years of knowledge and experience in the sector across various positions; Educator, Trainer and Assessor and Nominated Supervisor.
I grew up in the Coolum community and while the town has grown and evolved it has always kept its humble charm.
My professional philosophy is based on the theories of Emmi Pickler, respectful care and education for all children with the strong foundation of “the relationship is all”.
At Dragonflys Early Learning we understand importance of embedding indigenous perspectives within everyday practice and honour the traditional owners of the land. As I progressed in my career my focus extended to leading a team to create a safe, secure and nurturing place for families of all cultures.
My passion is facilitating resilience and confidence in children. My priority is building relationships with children and families to support emotional growth which in turn fosters all developmental areas, giving children the best opportunity to succeed throughout their formative school years.
“The relationship is all. It is a matter of life to the child.” Dr Emmi Pikler
Yasmine
Educational Leader and 2IC
Hi. My name is Yasmine. I am a Diploma qualified early years teacher of 15 years. I completed my qualifications in the UK before moving to Australia in 2006 with my husband and at the time, 3 boys.
I look at children as individuals with their own unique personalities and therefore have their own strengths, interests, abilities and needs, which is why I strive to take the time to get to know each child very well, allowing me to give them the unique understanding, love and support needed, giving them the best start in life. I believe children learn and grow best through play, feeling safe and loved. This is key to their learning and development and so this is how I work with my children in my care; play, love and nurturing, giving children a sense of security and belonging, feeling loved and cared for as an individual little person.
Some theorists that I take my practices in my early years teaching from:
Albert Bandura: Children learn by modelling. Since children learn by modelling, parents and caregivers must provide good examples. Play contributes to children’s abilities in problem solving, behaviour options and logical reasoning.
Piaget: Educator’s nurturance (comfort, teaching and play) for the individual child’s stage of thinking.
Maria Montessori: Children learn best by using their senses and pursuing their interests, rather than forcing them to learn what is expected. Children have innate skills and talents.
Erick Erickson: Tune into children’s interests and skill levels and offer just enough help to support them in doing things themselves. Provide a variety of play experiences so children can explore and choose what they want to do.
Miss Lily
Early Childhood Teacher
Philosophy
I am a NZ trained Early Childhood teacher and believe and implement a relationship-based curriculum in my kindergarten room.
I am a passionate and nurturing teacher who loves to learn and to teach, the profession drives me to keep studying, researching, comparing, and continuing to be a reflective practitioner.
My teaching experience started in Chile as a Science and Physics teacher at a
Secondary School. I had the opportunity to implement and develop a Science.
program in a Primary School as part of a Chilean’s Ministry of Education program
which inspired me to work and grow my understanding of younger children. Eighteen
years ago, I moved with my family to New Zealand, with the great desire to continue.
my passion as a teacher, expanding into Early Childhood Teaching.
In 2021 I have had the great opportunity to move to Australia, I have continued my early learning Teaching Journey.
Join us at Dragonfly's
Early Learning Coolum Beach and become a part of our close, loving community!
I couldn't speak more highly of a childcare centre. They tick all the boxes a parent would hope for. My children love it here and come home more wealthy with knowledge and behavioural skills everyday they attend. Amazing, amazing, amazing!!!
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The teachers really care about the kids, and they do such a variety of fun stuff - our 3yo is always disappointed on non-daycare-days
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All three of our girls have attended this childcare centre and we have always been super impressed with the care and development of our kids and the wonderful staff they have working there
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We wanted to take the time to thank you all for your tireless work helping our girls to learn and grow. You have always been so helpful and accommodating and we have felt so comfortable leaving the girls in your care. Blake has continued to thrive and has created such a special bond with Bella, that will be very missed. Thank you again for all your hard work and everything you have done for us.
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To the Dragonfly's Team, thank you so much for caring and looking after me over the last two and a half years, we truly appreciate you all!
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To the wonderful educators and carers that have helped care for us. We will miss you and want to say thank you for helping us learn and grow during our time at Dragonfly's Early Learning
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We have LOVED Dragonfly's and can’t fault the care the team has given Emerson. Cannot thank you enough for being such a happy team and taking such good care of our girl!
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I just wanted to say thank you all for your amazing work and help while Eddie was in your care. You all made our move to QLD that much easier knowing she was in safe hands. I know Eddie really took to you all, especially Yasmine! And it was so lovely to know she felt safe with all of you. Thank you again for all your help, guidance and care for Eddie. It's been so lovely to watch her grow and learn.
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It was so much fun! Thanks so much for going the extra mile and putting on events like this. It’s a truly wonderful centre and you’re all amazing!
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Always so grateful for you guys - We love Dragonfly's!
