Our Team

​I am the proud mother of two sons. After the birth of my first son, I discovered my passion for working with children, which led me to train as a childminder. Later, I also completed training as an Early Years Assistant.I worked in a children's group for almost five years and gained a lot of valuable experiences. Then it was time for something new! That is where the Kids United inspired me. Their values align with my belief in how children should be supported: with heart, patience, respect, and the joy of discovery.I look forward to all the new adventures with the children and accompanying them on their journey.

I am originally from Berline, Germany and have been living in Lower Austria for the past 15 years. I am a proud mother and have extensive experience in early childhood education.

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I am delighted to be part of Kids United, where I look forward to embracing an international environment and supporting children in their educational journey.

I am originally from the Philippines and earned my Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education with a major in Special Education. I have nine years of teaching experience and, prior to joining Kids United, worked with both children and adults with diverse needs in the Philippines and the United States. I am passionate about creating a caring and inclusive environment where every child feels supported, valued, and encouraged to grow.

I was born in Vienna and my roots are from Peru and India. I have lived my whole life in Vienna and my mother is the reason I’m in child care. She showed me the value of working with people and I found myself in early childhood education because of her. I love working with children because in my childhood I always looked up to my educator in kindergarten. Therefore, working at Kids United fulfills a long dream of mine and I look forward to work with your children in the future.

Xin chao! My name is Hoa Thi Le. I come from Vietnam. I have been living and working in Vienna for 14 years. I love working with children! I have over 10 years of experience working at bilingual kindergartens with children aged 1 - 6. I enjoy crafts, singing, and interacting with kids. I gain fullfilment from the development of cognitive and emotional knowledge strength in children. I thrive in an international kindergarten where I am exposed to different cultures. At Kids United the children are given opportunities to learn a spectrum of skills to improve individual growth and to prepare them for school entry.

My name is Michelle Preyer! I was born and raised in the Philippines and have been living in Vienna since 2008. I completed my Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration in Banking and Finance. After moving to Vienna, I followed an alternative career path and requalified as a kindergarten teaching assistant. I have over 13 years of experience and I have been at Kids United for 2 years. I found my “home” at Kids United. I strongly believe in the vision of Kids United, which aligns well with my own personal educational philosophy. Kids United is a happy place for both children and staff!
 

My name is Anastasia Rapti and I am originally from Greece. I completed my Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education in 2015 at the University of Athens, Greece. I came to Vienna as an intern with the Erasmus Plus programme. I have over 7 years of teaching experience. I joined Kids United in 2019. I am currently pursuing my Master’s Degree in Special Educational Needs. In my experience, working with children is a whole new world; full of wonder, innocence, and amazement! Kids United is a unique place to work, with a friendly environment, family-oriented atmosphere and diversity. Kids United is a wonderful place to grow as a child and a teacher.

My name is Nino Gumberidze and I come from Georgia. I studied social sciences and completed my training as an early years teacher at Bafep 10. I have 7 years of experience working at kindergartens and after-school care centres. My work caters to building sensitive relationships with children.

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"Children are like colours in a rainbow - their diversity makes our world colourful and their education teaches us to see the beauty in diversity."

Annyeonghaseyo! My name is Vanessa Kneider. I’m half Korean, half German. I was born and raised in Seoul and graduated highschool at the Seoul International German School. I moved to Germany in 2018 and after completing my studies in Game Art & Animation at the SAE Institute in Bochum with a Bachelor of Arts degree, I am now seeking a career shift toward becoming an educational support worker. Although my education has been primarily focused on video games, I have taken on numerous responsibilities throughout my personal life that closely align with those of a childcare provider. During my studies, I gained meaningful experiences in various child-centered roles, which I found both fulfilling and rewarding. I have always deeply valued and enjoyed working with children, a passion I discovered early on in my life. After I moved to Vienna in August of 2024, I am genuinely excited and grateful for the opportunity to make a positive impact on children’s lives. I look forward to guiding them with warmth, care and dedication, helping to shape their journeys in a loving and nurturing way.

My name is Michaela Tramontano Leuchtenmüller. I grew up in Upper Austria and moved to Vienna to study, where I have lived ever since. I hold a master’s degree in Biology and a diploma in Instrumental and Vocal Pedagogy (IGP), specialising in rock, pop and jazz singing. I am also the proud mother of a young boy.

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For the past two years, I have worked as a kindergarten assistant after discovering how much I enjoy working with children. I find it incredibly rewarding to accompany them on part of their journey as they learn and grow.

I am from the UK with a background in child development. I have always been driven to improve, develop new skills and gain experience in my career. I am drawn to early years education through my experience as a caregiver for people with additional needs.​ I am proud to be a part of the Kids United Team and embrace the core values of open-mindedness, multi-cultural environments and kindess. 

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My name is Lisa. I am Vietnamese and was born and raised in Linz. Although I am a qualified dental assistant, working with children has always been a passion of mine, inspired by my experience as an older sister.

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I enjoy travelling, discovering new places and trying new things. I particularly value the opportunity to learn about different cultures and perspectives.

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I am grateful to be part of Kids United and deeply appreciate its welcoming, family-oriented and multicultural atmosphere. I look forward to bringing warmth, curiosity and enthusiasm to my work, supporting the children as they learn and grow, while continuing to learn alongside them.

My name is Isolett da Conceicão, I am from Portugal and have been working at Kids United since January 2024. I enjoy working at Kids United, because I feel welcomed by both the staff and the children. Kids United embraces a warm working environment where we are all connected.

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​My name is Efthymia and I am from Greece. I studied art in the U.K. where I achieved my bachelor’s and master’s degrees. I also have 7 years experience working as a nursery teacher. I enjoy spending time with nature and I believe that art and music play a vital role in education for children.​

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My name is Nicole Heffels, and I am the music teacher at Kids United. I am originally from Germany. I have spent the past 8 years in Peru working with children of all ages on music and school projects including choirs, piano groups, and classroom bands. I love teaching music to children and creating a space where they can discover music freely and creatively. I am thrilled to be part of the Kids United Team! It's a wonderful atmosphere to work in, and I look forward to guiding the children in their musical development.

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I am originally from Hungary and have previous experience working in schools and general maintenance. I am pleased to be part of Kids United and look forward to contributing to a clean, safe and welcoming environment.

My name is Joana Saramago. I am originally from Portugal and have nearly ten years of experience in early childhood education, working with children from infancy onwards and supporting their learning, development and daily routines.

Since moving to Austria, I have worked as an English-speaking assistant in an international environment, helping children learn and grow.

I am passionate about creating a warm, caring and positive environment where children feel safe, happy and confident to explore. I am delighted to be part of Kids United and look forward to contributing my experience and enthusiasm to its welcoming, multicultural community.

I grew up in Lower Austria and now live in Vienna, where I completed my training as an early childhood educator. After completing my training, I gained valuable experience working with children in both kindergartens and after-school care.

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I am passionate about creating a warm and supportive environment where children feel comfortable, curious and encouraged to explore the world around them. Nature is one of my greatest personal interests, and I love sharing my enthusiasm for the outdoors with children. In my free time, I also enjoy travelling and discovering new places and cultures.

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I am very happy to be part of the Kids United team, as its values strongly align with my own. I believe that diversity is a valuable resource and an important part of creating an open, inclusive and enriching environment for children.

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