Staff & Students

Who We Are

Growing and Learning Together, Every Day at Our Learning Centre

Only the BEst

We Know How to Make Learning Fun For Kids

Our team of dedicated staff create a nurturing and stimulating environment that promotes curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking in children. We believe that when children are having fun, they are more motivated to learn and grow.

Our Staff

Our Top-Notch Team

Meet our passionate team

Michelle DiCarlo

Michelle DiCarlo

RECE Executive Director

About Michelle DiCarlo

I am the Executive Director of Creative Child Learning Centre. I have been in this role for 25 years.

I have been an Early Childhood Educator for 28 years. As the Executive Director I take great pride knowing that our centres strive for excellence in all we do. We have an amazing team of 30 truly dedicated educators to complement our programs. I truly love my job and feel accomplished each day knowing that I have made a difference in so many children and families lives over the course of my career.

In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my husband and my 2 adult children.

“Your work is going to fill a large part of your life, and the only way to be truly satisfied is to do what you believe is great work, the only way to do great work is to love what you do.” – Steve Jobs

Lisa Mariuz

Lisa Mariuz

RECE Supervisor Stella location

About Lisa Mariuz

I’m the Supervisor at our Stella Maris location and a Registered Early Childhood Educator. I have been employed with Creative Child Learning Centre for 13 years and an educator for the last 20 years. 

I have a Bachelor of Arts Degree with a Major in Child Psychology, that I obtained from the University of Windsor. I hold a Diploma in Early Childhood Education from St.Clair College.  As well, I have completed the Hanen Program “Learning Language and Loving It” course and “Circle of Security”. I am certified in CPR and First Aid. 

I have worked in all classrooms throughout my 20 years from Infant to school age. 

I believe children learn best through hands-on experiences and play. Providing endless opportunities for them to explore during their play allows children to build connections, and gives them a better understanding of the world around them.  I feel planning activities that foster a child’s ability and creativity is so important when capturing their interests. I love watching a child’s face light up when they have discovered something new or accomplished a difficult task. 

I feel I am empathetic and nurturing,  both as a person and as an educator.  I am also enthusiastic and love planning special days,  creating and decorating to further the experience.

I enjoy spending time with my family and my two children.  Together,  we love to travel on various vacations,  explore new places and share new adventures.  I also,  love going for walks and planning gatherings for my family and friends.

Jodi Taylor

Jodi Taylor

RECE Supervisor Murray location

About Jodi Taylor

Currently I am the Supervisor of the Murray Street location. I have been with Creative Child Learning Centre for more than 10 years. I entered the field because I am very passionate and committed to working with children. Watching them grow day in and day out is very rewarding.

I first took Early Childhood Education 1992-1994 at St Clair College in Windsor. I graduated from the program with honours and received the Student Leadership Award. I have been in the field for more than 25 years and I continue to learn from the children every single day.

I have been in the field long enough to see a variety of changes in the approach we use for the program. One thing that doesn’t change is the uniqueness that each and every child brings to their classroom and the centre. When we view the world through their eyes, the rest is easy.

I believe that I bring a great deal of compassion, patience and energy to work with me. Although my own children are now young adults, I still feel like I treat each child as though they are my own, offering physical comfort and emotional support.

As I mentioned, I am the mom of two grown children. My oldest son is an automotive mechanic and along with his long time girlfriend, they have made me the proud GJ of an incredible grandson. My youngest son is in his 5th year of college in Texas where he is playing baseball for his school and pursuing his education in Sports Injury. My favourite time is spent with family.

Kristie Motruk

Kristie Motruk

RECE Supervisor Stella Latch Key

About Kristie Motruk

I am the Supervisor at our Stella Maris location for our Latchkey program. As well as an Registered Early Childhood Educator. I have been employed at Creative Child Learning Centre for 24 years.  

I graduated from the Early Childhood Education program at St.ClairCollege in 1999. I have attended many workshops throughout the years to further my knowledge and understanding of children and their needs. I have completed the “Circle of Security ” workshop.  I also am First Aid and CPR certified.

I believe each child is unique and learns best through hands-on experiences and play.  We can best support their development by following their lead and engaging in their play.  I enjoy building strong connections with the children and their guardians.

I am a kind, and dedicated individual who is passionate about my career.  I am empathetic, and understanding to all and their needs.

I reside in Amherstburg with my husband and two children. I enjoy watching my children perform their extracurricular activities and working out at the local gym.

Ann Primeau

Ann Primeau

RECE Preschool One

Ann Primeau: RECE

Amie St. Louis

Amie St. Louis

RECE

Amie St. Louis: RECE

Dayna Taylor

Dayna Taylor

RECE

Dayna Taylor: RECE

Carlie Duffy

Carlie Duffy

RECE Assistant

Carlie Duffy: RECE Assistant

Phera- Lynn Court

Phera- Lynn Court

RECE Assistant

Phera-Lynn Court: RECE Assistant

Sara Petruzzi-Avila

Sara Petruzzi-Avila

Chef

Sara Petruzzi-Avila: Chef

Rachel Beetham

Rachel Beetham

RECE Assistant

Rachel Beetham: RECE Assistant

Jenna Lacey

Jenna Lacey

RECE Assistant

Jenna Lacey: RECE Assistant

Jessica Herdman

Jessica Herdman

RECE Assistant

Jessica Herdman: RECE Assistant

Paige Desramaux

Paige Desramaux

RECE Assistant

Paige Desramaux: RECE Assistant

Ciera Bridgen

Ciera Bridgen

RECE Assistant

Ciera Bridgen: RECE Assistant

Allison Dufour

Allison Dufour

RECE

Allison Dufour: RECE

Samantha Horn

Samantha Horn

RECE

Samantha Horn: RECE

Morgan Blythe

Morgan Blythe

RECE Assistant

Morgan Blythe: RECE Assistant

Alexis DiCarlo

Alexis DiCarlo

RECE Assistant

Alexis DiCarlo: RECE Assistant

Hannah Morgan

Hannah Morgan

RECE Assistant

Hannah Morgan: RECE Assistant

Callie Buller

Callie Buller

RECE

Callie Buller: RECE

Stephanie Rebidoux

Stephanie Rebidoux

RECE

Stephanie Rebidoux: RECE

Rylee Charron

Rylee Charron

RECE

Rylee Charron: RECE

Megan Casey

Megan Casey

RECE Assistant

Megan Casey: RECE Assistant

Jo Bebbington

Jo Bebbington

RECE

Jo Bebbington: RECE

Laurie Ouellette

Laurie Ouellette

RECE

Laurie Ouellette: RECE

Chloe Dupuis

Chloe Dupuis

RECE Assistant

Chloe Dupuis: RECE Assistant

Carolyn Grace

Carolyn Grace

RECE

Carolyn Grace: RECE

Lisa Roehler

Lisa Roehler

RECE Assistant

Lisa Roehler: RECE Assistant

Meghan Needham

Meghan Needham

RECE Assistant

Meghan Needman: RECE Assistant

Payton Grant

Payton Grant

RECE Assistant

    Payton Grant

    Payton Grant

    RECE Assistant

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Peyton Grant: RECE Assistant

Zoey Mathieson

Zoey Mathieson

RECE Assistant

Zoey Mathieson: RECE Assistant

Alex Broderick

Alex Broderick

RECE Assistant

Alex Broderick: RECE Assistant

Tina Leblanc

Tina Leblanc

RECE Assistant

Tina Leblanc: RECE Assistant

Carrie Pidutti

Carrie Pidutti

RECE

Carrie Pidutti: RECE

LeeAnn Rossi

LeeAnn Rossi

RECE

LeeAnn Rossi: RECE

Jennifer Ferrari

Jennifer Ferrari

RECE

Jennifer Ferrari: RECE

Lauren Bratt

Lauren Bratt

RECE Assistant

Lauren Bratt: RECE Assistant

Cassidy Wakeham

Cassidy Wakeham

RECE Assistant

Cassidy Wakeham: RECE Assistant

Atur Hanna

Atur Hanna

RECE

Atur Hanna: RECE

Abby Dunn

Abby Dunn

RECE Assistant

Abby Dunn: RECE Assistant

Cassidy Skov

Cassidy Skov

RECE Assistant

Cassidy Skov: RECE Assistant

Marija Milinac

Marija Milinac

RECE Assistant

Marija Milinac: RECE Assistant

Michael Cleminson

Michael Cleminson

RECE Assistant

Michael Cleminson: RECE Assistant

Ben Pillon

Ben Pillon

RECE Assistant

Ben Pillon: RECE Assistant

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Telephone (Murray St.): 519-736-8400

Telephone (Stella Maris): 519-736-8200

Email: michelle@creativechild.ca

Hours: 6:15 am – 5:30pm Mon-Fri & 6:15am - 3pm Saturday