The MakerKids Team

Welcome to MakerKids, where innovation meets education through the expertise of our skilled STEM educators. Our amazing team is at the heart of our mission to empower youth with hands-on learning experiences that spark creativity and curiosity. Comprising passionate professionals with diverse backgrounds in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, our educators bring a wealth of knowledge to every session. At MakerKids, we believe in the transformative power of mentorship, and our dedicated team is committed to nurturing the next generation of innovators and problem solvers. Join us on a journey of discovery, where the MakerKids team paves the way for a future fueled by imagination and technical prowess.

Introducing Ariel, our STEM and childhood education expert! With a background spanning the YMCA, day camps, and diverse learning spaces, Ariel holds degrees in Early Childhood Education and Education with the highest distinction. Passionate about teaching children with unique abilities, she brings optimism and a love for learning to our team.

Meet Brandon, a STEM enthusiast and creative maestro, with a lifelong passion for making. With several years of hands-on experience as a STEM educator, formal training in photography and fine arts, and a diverse technical skillset, Brandon brings a unique blend of technical and artistic flair to our dynamic team.

Kayli is a computing enthusiast with 4 years of STEM education experience, specializing in arts and computing. She has a passion for creative STEM education and wants to spread that passion to everyone.

Meet Brendan: A Dalhousie grad with a passion for sports analytics and journalism. With experience in summer camps, he brings teamwork and tech skills to the table.

Athena has loved STEM ever since the coding summer camps she was enrolled in as a kid. She has been working as an educator for 2 years. Athena is currently enrolled in university, studying English and theatre.

Meet Donato: a creative innovator with a interest in crafting purposeful designs. With a background in STEM and game design, Donato brings innovation and artistry to our team.

Lina, an inspiring Data Science and Analytics student and research assistant, brings her passion for AI and education to our STEM after-school program, fostering innovation among students.

Meet Hesam, a computer science student with over 5 years of math tutoring and 3 years of coding experience. Passionate about problem-solving and spreading joy in learning. Enjoys gaming and nature adventures.

Julia has been involved in STEM since high school, with a particular interest in science and mathematics. Outside of Makerkids, Julia is a speech and language pathologist.

Hawi has been involved in STEM since 2014 in grade 9. Upon graduating from a 4-year biomedical sciences degree, she joined our team at MakerKids.