Our Teaching Team

Hi, my name is Leonie. I have worked at Waterfall Gully Pre-School since 2004 as a teacher. I’ve also had experience teaching at other pre-schools and primary schools. I grew up on the Mornington Peninsula and enjoy living down here close to family and friends. My husband Kieron and I enjoy travelling and seeing new places, when the opportunity arises.

Hi, I’m Jess and I have been part of the Waterfall Gully Pre School teaching team since 2018. I am the Educator in the Boronia group.

I have grown up on the Mornington Peninsula, attending Waterfall Gully Pre School as a child. I am a mum of 2 beautiful children who attended this preschool and are now at local schools in the area.

On the weekends and school holidays I enjoy going away camping and being outdoors with my children.

Hi, my name is Claire. I have worked as a teacher at Waterfall Gully Preschool since 2010. I have a long history in the field of early childhood and maintain an enthusiasm and dedication for teaching in the early years. In 2017 I completed my Masters of Education, specialising in Early Childhood.

My husband, Angelo, and I love to spend time in the outdoors, walking, exploring, gardening and traveling.

Hi, my name is Jess and I am the Educator in the Banksia Group!

I have completed my Diploma in Early Childhood and Education and have lived on the Mornington Peninsula my whole life.

I love all things craft and spending time with my family.

I am a mother of 2 beautiful children who have awakened my passion to assist children in achieving their best possible start in life!

Hi, my name is Crystal. I have worked as a teacher at Waterfall Gully Preschool since 2011. I am the four year old Wattle Group Teacher. Before starting at Waterfall Gully Preschool I also had experience in working in long day care as a room leader.

As a Teacher I value the opportunities I have in extending children’s learning and skills in providing inviting and enriching play spaces.

When not at kinder, I enjoy spending time with my 2 beautiful sons Ryder and Hudson and partner Andrew. Our weekends are very busy with sporting activities and when we have the chance we love going on mini holidays or exploring the beautiful Mornington Peninsula.

Hi, my name is Amber. I have worked in the Early childhood industry for many years. I am the Educator in the Wattle Group.

I moved to the Mornington Peninsula in 2002 and have three beautiful children with my lovely husband Iain. We enjoy making the most of what the Peninsula offers as well as camping, road trips and entertaining. I look forward to getting to know you all throughout the year.

Hi, my name is Lisa and I have taught the Waratah group at Waterfall Gully Preschool since 2014. Before that I worked across Melbourne for many years as a preschool teacher and, after moving to the Peninsula in 2014 along with my husband Daniel and 2 children, have grown to love everything about living down here – walks on the beach, music, cooking and the local community.

I am passionate about working with preschool aged children, and feel so fortunate to have the best job in the world. I am really excited about the new adventures that await us in the coming year.

Hi, my name is Lisa. Ever since I can remember I have adored the company of children and admired their imaginations and capabilities. This is what drove me to complete my Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care in July of 2015.

I attended Waterfall Gully Pre School as a child in 1998 and have always held the fondest memories! I have been an educator here since 2016 and am part of the teaching team in the Waratah Group.

I am very family orientated and love to spend time with friends, my partner Liam, our children Rory and Poppy, and our dog Charlie. Travelling, camping and spending time at the beach are a huge part of my life.

My name is Rochelle. I live with my husband Ben and our 2 sons. I have been an Early Childhood Teacher since 2004, with a long history in the Early Childhood field since 1993.

I have worked at Waterfall Gully Preschool as the three year old kinder teacher since January 2016, but have been associated with the preschool the year before as a parent when my youngest son attended 3 and 4 year old kinder here.

I am passionate about play based learning in early childhood and watching each child reach their full potential in a nurturing, high quality, educational environment.

I love my job, but when I am not teaching I co-manage my husband’s gardening company. I enjoy spending time with extended family and friends, which includes a lot of travelling interstate. I also love reading and enjoying all that the Peninsula has to offer, especially the beaches.

Jessica Cleine

Hi, My name is Jess and I am very excited to be part the Waterfall Gully team as the Educator in the Lorikeets and Bilbies Groups.

I have lived on the Mornington Peninsula my whole life. My husband and I have 3 children who have all attended Waterfall Gully Pre-school and now go to  local schools.

We love camping, fishing, cooking and enjoying all the Peninsula has to offer. I look forward to getting to know all of you throughout the year.

I love Waterfall Gully Pre School and have been associated with the kinder since 2009, when my first child attended. All three of my children have attended Waterfall Gully Pre School and now attend local schools.

I am the 3 year old Possums Group teacher. I am passionate about early childhood education and believe our dedicated team of teachers at Waterfall Gully Pre School will provide an excellent education for all the children who attend.

I have lived on the Mornington Peninsula with my family since 2008 and love the beautiful beaches and National Parks.

Hi, I’m Nat and I am very excited to be the educator in the Possums group.

I have been living on the Mornington Peninsula since 2017 with my husband Matt and 3 children Trae, Ruby and Bonnie.

I’ve worked in early childhood since 2002 and have a keen interest in the pre school years.

I can speak Spanish, I love all things crafty and I love chocolate!