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Meet our staff

Warm hearts. Experienced hands.

Meet the people who create a warm, inclusive and engaging place for every child to feel known, valued and supported.

Our people

Get to know our caring team.

Our educators bring experience, warmth and diverse perspectives to every child’s day.

Jenny Nguyen, STEAM ELA team

Director and Founder

Meet Jenny Nguyen

Hello families! My name is Jenny, and I am the Director and Founder of STEAM Early Learning Academy.

As a mum of four, STEAM ELA was born from a very personal vision: to create the kind of place I would have wanted for my own children when I could not be there with them.

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I want every child who walks through our doors to feel safe, deeply loved, noticed, understood and genuinely cherished. I want them to know that the adults around them are emotionally available — ready to comfort them, listen to them, celebrate them and help them grow in confidence.

Before moving into early childhood education, I trained and worked as a pharmacist. My university and pharmacy background taught me the value of evidence, careful planning, strong systems and attention to detail. I have carried those principles into STEAM ELA because I believe high-quality care does not happen by chance. It comes from being intentional in the way we plan, teach, communicate and care for every child.

My goal is for every child to leave STEAM ELA ready for far more than just the academic demands of school. I want them to be academically ready, socially confident and emotionally prepared for kindergarten and the journey ahead.

A great deal of research and thought has gone into our learning program. We have explored approaches across literacy, mathematics, science, language and social-emotional learning to build a program that supports the whole child. We want children to become curious thinkers, confident communicators, resilient problem-solvers, kind friends and enthusiastic learners.

I am equally passionate about the people caring for our children. I believe children thrive when the adults around them feel valued, respected and supported. My responsibility as a leader is to build a strong team culture where educators feel proud of their work, support one another, continue to grow and share the same commitment to providing exceptional care.

For me, STEAM ELA is not simply a childcare centre. It is the place I have dreamed of creating — a place where children are loved as individuals, challenged to reach their potential, and given the emotional security and strong foundations they need to thrive.

That is the standard I would want for my own children, and it is the standard I want to give every family who trusts us with theirs.

Jooyoung Lim, STEAM ELA team

Lead educator

Meet Jooyoung Lim

Hello, my name is Jooyoung!

I am a qualified Early Childhood Teacher with a Bachelor of Education (Birth to Five) and over 8 years of experience working with young children.

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I am passionate about creating a warm, safe and nurturing environment where every child feels valued, supported and confident to learn and grow.

I believe in building strong relationships with children and families and making learning meaningful, engaging and fun.

I speak both English and Korean and look forward to getting to know all our wonderful STEAM ELA families!

Ellin (Gyuri) Han, STEAM ELA team

Early Childhood Teacher

Meet Ellin (Gyuri) Han

Hi, I am Ellin (Gyuri) Han!

I’m a qualified Early Childhood Teacher with a Master of Teaching (Birth to 5 Years) from Macquarie University and two years of experience at an Exceeding-rated early learning centre.

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Having lived and studied in England, Kazakhstan, Poland and South Korea, I bring a rich appreciation of different cultures and perspectives. My passion for early childhood education began while teaching English to young children in Korea for three years.

Fluent in English and Korean, I love building meaningful relationships with children and families and creating a warm, inclusive environment where every child feels valued and supported to thrive.

Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my cat, cooking and baking!

Qui Tran, STEAM ELA team

Lead educator

Meet Qui Tran

Hello families! My name is Qui. I hold a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care, have eight years of experience, and speak English and Vietnamese. My background includes Montessori education, Room Leader and Second-in-Charge roles, and training and supporting new educators in the Montessori method.

I love creating a warm, nurturing environment where every child feels safe, valued and heard. Through play and everyday connections, I support children to develop confidence, independence, curiosity and kindness. Watching their friendships blossom and celebrating their achievements are the highlights of my day.

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Outside work, I enjoy scenic walks, cooking, exploring different cuisines and learning the piano. A fun fact: I grew up on an island, but I cannot swim!

I look forward to getting to know your family and sharing in your child’s learning journey.

Amy Ha My Dang, STEAM ELA team

Team member

Meet Amy Ha My Dang

Hello families! My name is Amy, and I am so excited to be part of the STEAM ELA family.

I am a mum of two, and being a mother has shaped so much of who I am. It has taught me patience, empathy and the importance of making children feel safe, understood and genuinely cared for.

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I am a warm, bubbly and honest person who loves music, laughter and bringing positive energy to the people around me. I really value kindness, respect and being someone others can rely on.

I love being around children and seeing their personalities shine through. I look forward to building genuine relationships with our children and families and being a caring, familiar part of their day at STEAM ELA.

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