Our Faculty and Staff
Kerry Eady
Grade 1 & 2 Teacher
Faculty Chair
Pedagogical Chair
Faculty Board Member
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Kerry Eady is a native of Ontario but kindred to Nova Scotia where she has, in her nurturing way, held time at bay for growing minds trusted to her care within the folds of Waldorf Communities.
Forged of iron, fueled by creativity, and shrouded in silk, Kerry has the fortitude to stand for equanimity, the wisdom to resolve differences with grace, and the spark to keep life fun. Kerry is dedicated to expanding her knowledge base and is continuously engaged in learning opportunities which are relevantly and progressively applicable to the education process.
Concurrently, she will be challenging her peers to expand and engage themselves in such a way that they feel safely shrouded in her pure intent.
Outwardly, expect to behold Kerry riding the waves off of Nova Scotia’s spectacular beaches where she is said to reunite with her Selkies!
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Ben Gallagher
Grade 3 & 4 Teacher
Music
Ben Gallagher returned to Nova Scotia with his wife and children in 2020, pulled by the power of the oceanic coastline along the South Shore. As they settled into a house at the mouth of the
LaHave River, they also began connecting to the vibrant families and community of the South Shore Waldorf School.
Ben brings his passion for poetry and creative writing to the
school and classroom. His first book of poems was published in 2022, as he neared completion of his PhD in Curriculum, Teaching & Learning with a focus on critical literacy and practitioner inquiry.
At the Waldorf School, he has also found a home for his passionate interests in music, sailing, woodwork, and food preservation through ancient foodways.
When he is not in the classroom, you can find Ben at local farmer's markets, cuddling chickens in his backyard, or biking the coastal highway with kids in tow during the summer months.
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Lasse Eriksen
Grade 5 & 6 Teacher
Middle School Mathematics
Lasse Bruun Eriksen arrived at the Atlantic coastline with little knowledge of its beauty. Drawn to this place by his haligonian wife and Canadian offspring, they decided to settle down in the town of Lunenburg to experience the wind beaten pines and the rolling fog of the Atlantic ocean.
Lasse is a Waldorf teacher from Denmark who primarily has been engaged in teaching youth and young adults in middle and high-school programs at Michaelskolen in Denmark. Before embarking on the journey to become a Waldorf teacher he taught and worked as an architect. With great love for the piano, and lots of hours spent singing, he is keen on exploring the folk music
of this place.
Lasse is new to the South Shore, and he is eager to grow into
his surroundings and excited to engage in further development of our school.
He's currently spending most of his time settling in with his family - taking afternoon dips at the local beach and buying bulk - An exotic north american activity which supports his baking of the traditional Danish rye bread.
We're looking forward to welcoming Lasse to our faculty as soon as his pending application for permanent residency
goes through.
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Camille Wilkins
Elementary French Teacher
Middle School Art
Faculty Board Member
Radiating grounded warmth, joie-de-vivre, and a sense of playfulness, Camille creates a safe and nurturing space in which each individual thrives and blossoms. Her love of connection and the world around her is as infectious as her smile. Her artist’s eye gleans the beauty in each moment, each being, each small wonder, and brings it forward for others to witness.
From the wee sprites of the kindergarten to the seasoned wisdom of the centenarian, surpassing boundaries of language and culture, and helping heal damaged hearts, Camille has held space for them all, opening the door to the shared human experience of creating art.
As our grade 6/7 class teacher she is reverential of the souls in her care. She crafts her lessons to meet the children where they are while presenting appropriate levels of challenge and room to grow. She revels in their individuality and potential, and constantly invests in her own growth and development so as to be able to be the teacher and guide they need in this moment to become the wonderful adults they have yet to grow into.
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Courtney Anderson
Grade 7 & 8 Teacher
Movement Teacher
Horse Block Leader
A perpetual and passionate learner, Courtney is adept at creating a safe and welcoming environment in which people feel supported to share their gifts and continue to grow. Her roots are in farming, which has instilled in her a desire to see the job through, attention, to detail, and a reverence for the world around us and the interconnection that binds us all.
She is passionate about elevating others, taking great joy in seeing others put their gifts into action.
You can often find Wicket at her side, 60 lbs of furry love and energy.
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Monika Wildemann
Kindergarten Lead Teacher
ECE Chair
The Kindergarten children call her Miss Moni. Trained and certified as a Waldorf Early Childhood Educator at the Rudolf Steiner Centre In Toronto, Ontario. Monika Wildemann has been working full time as our kindergarten teacher since 2012. When asked why she chose to be a Waldorf kindergarten teacher she answered. "It is a job I feel I spent my whole life preparing for. I am a trained artist, a puppeteer, a storyteller, carpenter and seamstress. I believe in the importance of growing and eating organic food and I believe in the importance of creating a safe space where a child can be a child. I first came to this school as a parent and I saw how amazing the curriculum is and how my daughter blossomed and how much she loved going to school. This prompted me to do the teacher training and to continue summer after summer to do more training. I have felt very blessed these many years. I have been nourished by my work as a kindergarten teacher and the school community and I give thanks."
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Brittany Roberts
Handwork Teacher
Parent & Tot Leader
Brittany moved to the South Shore to complete her PHD, specializing in Vernacular Architecture. Brittany fell in love with our school the moment she walked through the forest while attending the Parent & Tot program. Since then Waldorf has captured her attention and piqued her curiosity.
Brittany completed her undergrad studies at NSCAD, where she specialized in Painting with a special focus on Textile & Fiber. Brittany took a break from her studies when she became a mother and loves the opportunities Waldorf offers for her to do what she enjoys while still spending quality time with her children.
She enjoys the outdoors and finds tending to her large garden very rewarding.
Brittany is pleased with her decision to put down roots in Nova Scotia.
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Nunik Lobato-Hernandez
Kindergarten Assistant
Nunik Lobato Hernández is a 22-year-old girl born in Puebla, México, who immigrated to Canada in January 2023. She was raised alongside two sisters in an environment that prioritizes empathy and respect for others. Growing up in a loving home, Nunik's basis in kindness and compassion was instilled by her paternal grandmother. This relationship not only shaped her character but also taught her essential life skills such as responsibility and organization as well as artistic tools such as calligraphy and design. Nunik is also an accomplished salsa dancer. She provides a strong foundation for child development and effective communication. Through relevant courses in México, where she studied at the Universidad Autónoma de Puebla; in teaching English and practical experience that she has gained at the South Shore Waldorf School actively participating in the daily lives of children, providing support in their social, emotional and cognitive development. She has perfected her ability to create engaging
and creative learning environments fostering positive relationships with both students and
parents. Nunik's cultural awareness and fluency in both English and Spanish further enhance her ability to connect with diverse students and families, ensuring an artistic, social, and multicultural educational experience.
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