Staff – Brooks Preschool

Meet Our Staff

Our Teachers:

Are licensed and qualified early childhood educators with certification granted by Alberta Child and Family Services.
Are certified in FLIGHT Alberta’s Early Learning and Care Curriculum Framework
Have ASQ-3 and ASQ SE Ages and Stages Developmental Screening available to your preschool child online
Are trained in the Get Set for School Program – Learning Without Tears
Support high-quality programming for all children. We do this by creating a comfortable, safe, and stimulating classroom environment which will encourage young children’s individual learning and development in all levels: cognitive, social, emotional, and physical.
Continually stay current of new developments in the Early Childhood Education field by attending Early Learning and Child Care Conferences, Preschool Conventions, as well as workshops and seminars throughout the year.
Ensure the safety of your child. Teachers and Assistants are requested to submit a Criminal Record Check and Child Social Services Check. Each teacher also possesses a valid and current First Aid Certificate.

Anita Bruce

Teacher/Administrator

My name is Anita Bruce, and I been employed by the Brooks Preschool as a Teacher/Administrator for the past 28 years. I received my certificate in Early Learning and Child Care training through Bow Valley College, and a certificate in Life Skills Training from the Alberta Vocational College.

I am involved in leadership, policy development, promoting early learning, and programming and professional development provision. For the past 30 years, I've dedicated my life to working with children from Preschool to Junior High age.

I'm a mother of 4 children and have 7 grandchildren. And my community involvement includes Adult and Children’s Ministries in my local church BEFC. I enjoy daily walks with my husband and camping with family and friends.

I strongly believe that in order for children to grow and develop to their full potential, they need opportunities in all areas of development; social, physical, intellectual, cognitive, and emotional. It is my ongoing desire to provide an enriching, safe and fun learning environment where each child is valued.

I'm passionate about early childhood education, and I firmly believe that we are touching the future when we invest in our children.

Karen Bolt

Teacher

Hello, I am Karen Bolt and I have been employed with the Brooks Preschool for the past 6 years.

I have a Level 3 in Early Childhood Education as well as experience in daycares, a day home and with the SPEC Association.

I am married with 2 adult children and have a dog named Pippin. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, kayaking, and snowshoeing.

I look forward to building relationships with each child and their families, as well as seeing them grow as mighty learners in our school environment.

Kolbi Pfiefer

Early Childhood Educator Level 1

Hello! I’m Kolbi Pfeifer and I am one of the Education Assistants here at the Brooks Preschool. I decided to get into Early Childhood Education because it brings me joy to watch the children play, learn, and grow.

I was raised on a farm just outside of Brooks. I am married to Brent and together we have two sons and a daughter.

When I’m not working at the preschool, I’m usually with friends and family, or going on fun adventures with my kids. I enjoy family time, hunting, and going to the gym. A lot of my extra time is either spent at the hockey rink watching my children play hockey or at my parent’s farm where my mom and I raise chickens, turkeys, and bottle calves. I also enjoy helping my dad with whatever he needs help with, whether it be farming or working with cattle.

Julie Eddison

Teacher

Hello! This will be my third year teaching at the Brooks Preschool.

I was born and raised here in Brooks and hope to inspire all our new mighty learners!

I have my Level 3 in Early Childhood Education.

In my spare time, I enjoy walking my dog and being with my family while also babysitting whenever I get the chance.

Being an educator is a very rewarding role and having the ability to watch each child grow is truly a gift! I can't wait to see what the future holds for me at Brooks Preschool.

Crystal Schuett

Early Childhood Educator Level 1

Hello, I am Crystal Schuett, a proud wife, and a mother of three beautiful children. I grew up in Brooks and I am very honoured to be working for the Brooks Preschool as a Level 1 Early Childhood Educator. I enjoyed volunteering as a parent helper for my children, which then led to having the opportunity to work as a substitute and now going into my third year.

am very passionate about the overall development of your child and can’t wait to start learning through play!

In my spare time I love to read, swim, go camping, and spend quality time with friends and family.