Our Leadership Team – Little Wise Owls Outdoor Learning

Hi, I’m Mandy Liable, owner of Little Wise Owls Outdoor Learning. I’m a dedicated Early Childhood Educator with 12+ years of experience and over 3.5 years specializing in outdoor, nature-based education. I’m passionate about forest-school learning, hands-on exploration, and helping children build meaningful connections with the natural world.

When I’m not teaching, I love kayaking, walking with my dog Kody, crafting, reading, and spotting my favourite animal—cottontail rabbits.

I’m excited to continue growing Little Wise Owls and inspiring curiosity, confidence, and a lifelong love of learning in our students and families.

—Ms. Mandy

Hi, I’m Tatiana (Tanya), a child psychologist and Early Childhood Educator Assistant with 17+ years of experience. Originally from Ukraine, I hold a Master’s in Biology and Chemistry and have been working with children in Canada for the past three years.

I’m passionate about nature-based learning and believe outdoor play fosters curiosity, growth, and confidence in children. Outside of teaching, I enjoy hiking, kayaking, swimming, and exploring the outdoors with my 9-year-old daughter.

I’m dedicated to supporting children’s development in a calm, nurturing, and engaging environment.

—Ms. Tanya

Hey! I’m Mr. George, and I’m excited to be joining the Little Wise Owls crew as a teacher! I love spending time in nature, camping, and sharing laughs with my wife and friends. I’m thrilled to bring my energy and enthusiasm to this community.

When I’m not teaching, you can find me planning our next camping trip or watching movies—I consider myself a bit of a movie buff. I’m also a huge fan of grizzly bears—they’re my favorite nature animal!

I’m looking forward to making new memories in my first year with Little Wise Owls Outdoor Learning.

—Mr. George

With over 30 years of experience in the field of early childhood development and support, I bring a wealth of knowledge, compassion, and dedication to my work. I’m a certified Behaviour Interventionist (BI), Educational Assistant (EA).

I’m passionate about meeting each child where they are and providing nurturing, individualized support in both structured and nature-based environments. I specialize in providing 1:1 support for children who require additional guidance and care, for our Friday programs, where I work closely to ensure all children feel safe, heard, and empowered. My calm, grounded presence and deep understanding of diverse learning needs help me connect meaningfully with the children.

In my free time, I love being among the trees, paddling, and hiking—deepening my own connection with nature.

-Ms. Denise