MEET THE TEAM

Jodi McFarlane
Consultant/Founder
I completed my Diploma of Early Childhood Education in 1995 and have enjoyed working in many different child care environments available to children in NZ, including centre based and home-based. Being a current home-based educator, I can relate to the challenges and rewards that other educators are faced with.
I wholeheartedly believe that home-based care can provide these opportunities, and so, EDEN Home-Based Childcare was developed.Â

Andrea Evans
Visiting Teacher
Hi, my name is Andrea and I really enjoy being a Visiting Teacher and being a part of the EDEN team!
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I am a fully qualified and registered ECE teacher with 26yrs experience in a variety of roles, both centre and Homebased. I love Homebased Childcare, as I feel children are able to grow/play/learn/explore in a more calm, nurturing home environment. I love visiting the Educators and children, and getting together for regular outings – bringing us together and building such precious relationships.

Anna Prior
Visiting Teacher
Kia Ora, My name is Anna, I am a Wife and a Mum to three Children.
Since I can remember I have always loved working with children, I have devoted my years to making a difference in children’s lives. I am a Qualified/Registered ECE Teacher and I am one of the Visiting Teachers for Eden Homebased Childcare.
I am excited to be part of the Eden family and I am looking forward to helping you in the future

Lisa Brunell
Visiting Teacher
Kia ora. My name is Lisa Brunel and I love being a part of EDEN as a Visiting Teacher.
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I am a fully qualified ECE teacher and have been involved in the early childhood profession (through various roles) for 18 years. I recently transitioned to Home Based Childcare because I am a firm believer that when children are nurtured in safe and relaxed environments, wonderful things happen.

Ross McFarlane
Admin | Accounts
I work behind the scenes to support Jodi and the team. I’m also the one who looks after the invoicing and payments on behalf of the Educators.Â
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I’ve been with Jodi for about twenty years which has been full of adventure. We’ve owned a few businesses, lived in Taupo, Queenstown and Auckland, travelled, and been on many, many family adventures.