TOSS - LORD TENNYSON OUT-OF-SCHOOL CARE
OUR STAFF
Kathy Quinn - Program Coordinator
Kathy has been working at T.O.S.S. for more than 30 years! Kathy started as a daycare "helper" in 1990, quickly became the afterschool programmer and took over leadership of the program in 1997. Kathy completed a B.A. in Child and Youth Care in 1994. Kathy's favourite place to be is with the kids! Kathy strongly believes that children learn and grow through play and she strives to create a program that fosters their development. Kathy is very proud of our staff team.
Mary Pagnotta - Enrollment Coordinator
After receiving her Early Childhood Education Certificate in 1995, Mary began working at T.O.S.S. and hasn't looked back! She believes each child is a unique individual and is grateful she gets to watch them grow, learn and laugh. Mary celebrated 28 years at T.O.S.S. in 2023 and looks forward to many years to come!
Jillian Sharpe - Floor Supervisor
Call me Jill, or as the kids call me, Jilly Bean! I am excited and thrilled to be a part of the T.O.S.S. staff team. I have a great deal of experience working with children, usually in out of school care programs. I enjoy using my imagination, and try to incorporate my love for acting while interacting with the children. In my spare time I enjoy being outdoors, doing Zumba and working on some of my art, including pottery. I am looking forward to getting to know all of you!
Stephanie Levac - Afterschool Care Staff
Stephanie has been working in child care since 2013. Her introduction began as a nanny caring for an infant of 4 months old. From there she branched out, working with multiple families caring for children of various ages.
Having always been an advocate for constructive child development she felt she wanted to take her experiences and apply them in a learning and peer focused environment, which brought her to T.O.S.S.
Now in her sixth year at T.O.S.S. she feels she has been able to immensely improve upon her skills and really enjoys seeing and spending time with the kids each day.
Knowing that learning is constant, she is ever eager to expand herself at becoming a better mentor and looks forward to building upon the many connections and spectacular friends she has made at T.O.S.S. and Lord Tennyson. And she really enjoys colouring!
Jyo Stark- Afterschool Care Staff
Jyo is caring, creative and an energetic childcare professional with a passion for working with children and families. As a stay-at-home mom raising her 2 children, Jyo found a way to pursue her love of baking while remaining actively involved in their lives. Her passion grew into a handcrafted baking business. Building a small business while raising her family taught her to be resourceful, organized, patient, and adaptable-qualities that continue to shape the way she works with children and families today.
Since 2023 Jyo has also been working with the VSB, supporting and supervising students from Kindergarten to Grade 7. Through this experience she has developed a strong understanding of children's individual personalities, interests, and needs, while gaining valuable experience in safety, communication, conflict resolution, and fostering positive and respectful environments.
Jyo is excited to bring her experience, creativity, and enthusiasm to T.O.S.S. She enjoys creating warm and welcoming spaces where children can relax, play, explore and create, and build friendships. Whether organizing and engaging activity, helping children work through a disagreement or simply being someone they can count on, Jyo believes that every child deserves to feel safe, respected, supported and included.