Born and raised in China, I relocated to New Zealand when I was 16. I earned a Bachelor of Hospitality Management from AUT in 2010. After several years in the hospitality sector, I found my passion lies in working with children. This realisation prompted me to obtain a Graduate Diploma in ECE Teaching from New Zealand Tertiary College in 2013. Over the last eleven years, I have immensely enjoyed my time, embracing the Montessori philosophy with its focus on self-directed learning, hands-on experiences, and collaborative play. In addition, I am blessed with a delightful two-year-old daughter who fills each day with happiness.