Whispering Hills Day Care Society
Executive Director, Kristy Sliwkanich
Program Director, Shelby Hodge
Whispering Hills Day Care Society
2 University Drive
Athabasca, AB T9S 0A3
Phone: 780-675-7946
Hours of Operation
Monday through Friday 7:30 am - 6:00 pm
Closed all Statutory Holidays & 3 business days between Christmas and New Years
Office hours: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Management Team
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Our executive director is a qualified and committed early childhood educator with 10 years of early learning and child care experience. She has worked on many levels of early childhood education completing placements in various child care environments, running a preschool room with a focus on learning through play and has been managing our Society since 2014.Kristy Sliwkanich, Executive Director
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The Director of Programs has a diploma in Early Learning and Child Care from Okanagan College and specializes in working with children with diverse needs. She has experience in inclusive programming and program planning for children 0-12 years of age. She began her journey with us in 2015 working as an Inclusive Child Care Worker and has since accepted the position of Program Director.Shelby Hodge, Program Director
Our Educators
Early Learning and Child Care is provided by educators with Early Childhood Development Certificates and/or who are enrolled in Early Learning and Child Care courses. The staff routinely attend conferences and workshops to enhance their professional development.
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MelanyEarly Childhood Educator
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TresilaChild Care Support Staff
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MarinaEarly Childhood Educator
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AngelaOut of School Care Supervisor
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MikhailaEarly Childhood Educator
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ShaelynnChild Care Support Staff
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AmberInclusive Child Care Worker
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JanellChild Care Support Staff
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CaraOut of School Care Worker
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BarbCook/Child Care Support Staff
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JamieChild Care Support Staff
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KaitlynnChild Care Support Staff
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AdamChild Care Support Staff
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BaileyOut of School Care Worker
Career and Work Placement Opportunities
Join our Team!
If you are a qualified early educator looking for a supportive and nurturing professional environment we would love to meet with you!
Apply Now
We are always looking for caring and supportive individuals with an interest in Early Learning and Child Care (ELCC).
We provide access to a basic child care course giving new staff members a foundation to build upon their ELCC knowledge. Completing this training awards staff with their Child Development Assistant Certificate and is eligible for credits at the at the high school level!
If you are enrolled in post secondary courses and are looking for a fun and engaging environment to complete a field placement contact us today! We are always open to having students in our programs enhancing their education and experience and enriching our programs.
Contact our office for further information about field placement opportunities.
Board of Directors
The Back Bone of our Society
We have a strong and dedicated Board of Directors made up of parents, guardians and community members with a vested interest in our Society's Mission. Our board members have over 20 years of experience with Whispering Hills Day Care Society between them and work in tandum with our Executive Director to continuously assess and improve our services.
Board Members
President, Kathleen Doerkson
Vice President, Sherri Byrtus
Treasurer, Jody McGarry-Liddell
Casino Director, Sarah Froese
Secretary, Chandra Clarke
“Families, children, and educators create places of vitality together—strong, active, and energetic communities, fostered by educators engaged in a practice of relationships.”
PLAY, PARTICIPATION, AND POSSIBILITIES:
AN EARLY LEARNING AND CHILD CARE CURRICULUM FRAMEWORK FOR ALBERTA (2014 Makovichuk, Hewes, Lirette, and Thomas)
AN EARLY LEARNING AND CHILD CARE CURRICULUM FRAMEWORK FOR ALBERTA (2014 Makovichuk, Hewes, Lirette, and Thomas)
BE A MEMBER!
We are always looking for supportive and committed individuals to join our Board of Directors.
If you have a vested interest in quality early learning and child care and a passion for community building contact us to see how you can be involved today!
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