There are 4 full-time early childhood educators (ECEs) at Boat Daycare, and a Manager, as well as several regular substitute ECEs who fill in for vacations and illness. The Manager is responsible for the administration as well as overseeing the whole program.
At Boat Daycare, the staff works together as a team, with each person having equal say in the program. Though each of the staff handles situations in their own personal way, all staff believe strongly in core philosophies that provide a continuity of care and experience for the children.
Boat Daycare is a unionized centre. Staff members and substitutes belong to the British Columbia General Employees’ Union (BCGEU). Staff members attend workshops and seminars, as well as network with other early childhood educators to advance their knowledge in the field of Early Childhood Education.
 | Yuliana – Senior Supervisor Yuliana has worked in early childhood education for more than 12 years with more than 5 years in the administrative role. She received her Master of Education from the University of British Columbia, specializing in Curriculum Studies and Educational Leadership. |
 | Tricia – Early Childhood Education, Special Education Teacher Tricia started working at Boat Daycare in 1992. She is qualified in Early Childhood Education and Special Needs. She has been one of the most valued members of the Boat Daycare staff and loved by children and their families. She is a wonderful storyteller whose stories always captivate the children as well as invoke their sense of wonder. |
 | Hyunji – Early Childhood Education Teacher Hyunji has a rich experience in early childhood education, working with children of various ages. She enjoys making art and craft with the children, as well as science experiments. |
 | Yoko – Early Childhood Education Teacher Yoko started working as a substitute at Boat Daycare for 9 years, before joining as a full time staff in 2019. She is an avid learner who constantly updates her knowledge and practices as an Early Childhood Education teacher. |
 | Romika – Early Childhood Education Teacher Romika has previously worked in a Montessori-inspired preschool before joining the Boat Daycare team. She is also a passionate early childhood educator who believes that play-based curriculum in early childhood education promotes more than just learning in young children. |