Month: October 2021

Bachelor of Arts, Child and Youth Studies and Psychology

Justine is a professionally trained behavioural clinician with a degree in Child and Youth Studies & Psychology. Justine has over 10 years of experience working in pedagogy and with children with exceptionalities. As the previous manager of a childcare facility, Justine understands early childhood education and has experience implementing accommodations to set children up for success early on in their lives. Prior to her role within the daycare setting, Justine was working with the Peel Catholic School Board, providing one on one services for children with special needs. Justine enjoys working with children, knowing that she can be a part of their development and successes in life, by teaching new skills and helping them understand complex concepts all in a fun and motivating way.

Bachelor of Arts, Psychology
Diploma of Therapeutic Recreation

Carolyn graduated from York University with her B.A. in Psychology and has a diploma in Therapeutic Recreation. Carolyn is a professionally trained behavioural clinician. Over the course of her studies Carolyn has worked and volunteered in many different settings such as Southside Learning Centre in Sydney, N.S. as a tutor/mentor for children with emotional, social and behavioural challenges, Cape Breton Regional Hospital as a recreation program assistant on a transitional care unit, and a Child Development Centre as a support staff. Carolyn’s passion and desire to continue to positively impact children with different abilities led her to work providing in-home ABA therapy to children with Autism and is happy to find a position at the Joy of Learning Centre where she can pursue her passion. Carolyn truly enjoys working with children and youth with all abilities and feels she can best utilize her skills, talent and compassion to teach as well as learn from children with Autism.