Belén Martin - Bobcat Program Supervisor, ECE & Infant Toddler Diploma
Hola everyone! My name is Belén, but most of you know me as Bee. I started my practicum at the School House last year, but since this summer I’m officially part of the staff! A little bit about myself: I was born and raised in the beautiful town of Linares, Southern Spain. My passion for children has always been present, since I come from a family with many cousins (more than 20!) and I was able to spend my childhood with them. Due to the economic crisis that we are suffering, me and me partner decided to move to Canada 3 years ago. In Spain I studied graphic design, but after doing my practicum I realized that it was not my thing. I was also part of a ballet school, but after so many years dancing my body asked me for a break. Since I came to Canada, I’ve done so many things! I was a cherry and apple picker during 5 months, I lived in my van and I could travel a little bit through Canada. I met so many people from different countries and I was able to learn and appreciate cultural diversity. Later, I settled in Nelson where I worked as a cleaner, nanny and waitress until my partner and I decided to stay longer and I started my studies in ECCE/IT. I love spending time outdoors, snowboarding in the winter and enjoying the lake in the summer. I also love to share my culture and my language with the little ones, so be ready for your children to learn some Spanish! Hope to meet you all!
Hola everyone! My name is Belén, but most of you know me as Bee. I started my practicum at the School House last year, but since this summer I’m officially part of the staff! A little bit about myself: I was born and raised in the beautiful town of Linares, Southern Spain. My passion for children has always been present, since I come from a family with many cousins (more than 20!) and I was able to spend my childhood with them. Due to the economic crisis that we are suffering, me and me partner decided to move to Canada 3 years ago. In Spain I studied graphic design, but after doing my practicum I realized that it was not my thing. I was also part of a ballet school, but after so many years dancing my body asked me for a break. Since I came to Canada, I’ve done so many things! I was a cherry and apple picker during 5 months, I lived in my van and I could travel a little bit through Canada. I met so many people from different countries and I was able to learn and appreciate cultural diversity. Later, I settled in Nelson where I worked as a cleaner, nanny and waitress until my partner and I decided to stay longer and I started my studies in ECCE/IT. I love spending time outdoors, snowboarding in the winter and enjoying the lake in the summer. I also love to share my culture and my language with the little ones, so be ready for your children to learn some Spanish! Hope to meet you all!