REBECCA CHINN: OWNER/OPERATOR
Rebecca previously taught in preschool and art studios before merging the two to create Green House Studio; a beautiful, creative, homely daycare environment for young children to learn through art/ play.
Having moved from Scotland to Canada, after graduating with a B.A Honor’s degree in Fine Art, she went on to study at University of Victoria, obtaining her Master of Education Degree with a specialty in Art Education. Additionally she is a certified Early Childhood Educator (ECE).
Now with three young children of her own, she values being a part of their early educational experience and loves watching them learn, play and explore alongside their friends, in the environment she has created. She finds much joy in the opportunity to create and engage with the world, alongside children in their most formative years.
Her other pursuits include climbing, kite-boarding & skiing.
CARA ARGO: ECE
Cara was born in Hamilton, Ontario. She moved to BC in her early twenties, and continues to be inspired by the beauty of this province. She finds joy in exploring our majestic backyard. Cara is passionate about providing children with an opportunity to feel capable, confident and curious in their lives and hopes to help foster a sense of wonder and respect for our natural environment. Cara believes that nature is our best teacher and that children deserve ample time to play and learn from the outdoors.
Cara has a B.A. in English and Cultural Studies from McMaster University and completed the Early Childhood Care and Education program at Vancouver Community College. She has worked in forest schools, preschools and in private child care. In her spare time, Cara enjoys adventuring with family and friends and discovering as much of BC as she can.
CARIE TURNER: ecEA
Carie was born and raised in Canada but has also lived in Mexico, USA, and Australia. She has a passion for teaching, the arts, nature, and environmental sustainability. After a decade in administration, Carie decided to follow her desire to work with children and completed her Early Childhood Educator Assistant certification in 2019. She has since been enjoying her journey as an educator, inspired by the limitless creativity of children.
Anastasia Sofia Munson Rodriguez: eCE
Anastasia has worked with children in several capacities for the last decade. She has worked in multiple outdoor based, early learning programs across Victoria with children as young as infancy to elementary ages. Additionally, she has worked at international levels with children across the world during cultural exchange programs. Anastasia is a strong advocate for child-led, outdoor play. She believes the outdoor classroom is the ideal learning space for children. It is in the natural world where children reveal their strength and power. Anastasia feels very fortunate to support children everyday in forming a relationship and meaningful connection to the natural environment. One of Anastasia's upcoming goals is to become an instructor for parents and families for a course on the high value of forest play. Anastasia is also a strong advocate for creating multi-dimensional, enriching, and artistic experiences for young children. She believes that these experiences foster their self-awareness, self-expression, and self-regulation abilities. Anastasia asserts that, art, for a young child, plays an essential part in their healthy, optimal development.
ELIZA LUTEK: ECEA
Eliza was born and raised in and around Vancouver BC. After living and adventuring in Toronto, Eliza found herself in Victoria, feeling grateful to be immersed in the wonder of the Pacific Northwest yet again. Eliza has been working with children for multiple years, endlessly inspired by the ability to nurture their growth and creativity.
Eliza enjoys working in a play-based learning environment and particularly a program which focuses on the exploration of nearby beaches and parks. A creative from day one, Eliza strongly values spaces where children’s imaginations can take full form. Having recently completed her ECE-A certificate from Pacific Rim, Eliza looks forward to supporting and growing with the Green House team.
In her free time, Eliza enjoys cycling, film photography and design. She is passionate about contributing to an environmentally sustainable world and cherishing the beauty of the everyday.