Meet our Teachers

Bronwen McRae

I was born and raised in Moose Jaw and moved to Saskatoon to take my Early Childhood Education training. My entire career has been in the service of children and their families. I’ve enjoyed being an Early Childhood Educator, a Centre Director, an Early Learning Consultant and a Mentor.

I have been married to my husband Darryl for twenty-nine years. We have a son Brendan, a daughter Marin and a son-in-law Kaleb. Darryl and I enjoy cheering on the Riders, volunteering together as well as taking in a good movie whenever we can. In my spare time I enjoy serving in the Nursery here at Circle, puttering in my yard, being part of a poetry group and playing bass clarinet in the Saskatoon Community Band.

I believe children are capable and competent learners who flourish in an environment that gives them an opportunity to play and explore. I love being part of that process! I’m looking forward to my fourth year here at Circle Drive Preschool!

Shanna Friesen

Born and raised in Saskatoon, I’m proud to call this beautiful city my home! I’ve always had a passion for working with children and am looking forward to my third year teaching at Circle Drive Preschool. I’m currently working towards Early Childhood Education Level 1 certification and have enjoyed learning about the development of preschoolers. Previous to joining our preschool, I worked with the children’s ministry department here at Circle as an Early Years Program Director and have been a leader in our preschool-age kid’s ministry program for the past 8 years.

My husband Patrick and I are celebrating fourteen years of marriage and we have two daughters ages 8 and 9, along with a spoiled pup named Milo:)

We enjoy going to the lake in the summer, spending time with our families and serving at Circle. In my spare time I enjoy working in our yard, taking our girls on ‘adventures’ and all things fashion and beauty!

I think of preschoolers as little seedlings that will flourish in a safe and loving environment, so it’s an honour to help nurture them as they learn and grow in our preschool!

Meet our Teacher Assistant

Claudia Araujo

I was born and raised in Brazil and have been working with children since I was a teenager. Brazil is also where I took my Early Childhood training. I have been a part of the children’s ministry here at Circle for 2 years and I love it!

I have three teenagers. I love to be a mom and spend my time with them. I enjoy music and used to play in an orchestra. My other hobbies include dance, gymnastics and swimming.

I’m so excited to start my work at the preschool! To teach, play, encourage, and have fun with the children.

Plan to Protect screening program

All of our Teachers, Teacher Assistants , and Subs are screened and trained through Circle Drive Alliance Church’s Plan to Protect program.  This screening includes a Criminal Record Check with a Vulnerable Sector search to ensure children are cared for in a safe and secure environment.