John
John King
John has enjoyed being a professional musician and teacher for many years. He began teaching young children in a private English school and day care in Japan. During his 5 years in Japan he worked with and taught kids as young as 6 months old. John is proud to say that he can change diapers in more than one language.
As manager of this school, John had the opportunity to not only teach Japanese children, but to become a part of their lives by working with their parents and caregivers to develop a child centered approach to music education.
In studying Education at the graduate level, John has learned theory behind child development and education and puts his own spin on these ideas while teaching young kids to develop an appreciation for music.
Since returning from Japan, John has accumulated years of experience teaching music to young people ranging in age from 5 years old to as young as 5 weeks old! He has developed a style all his own in an effort to appeal to both the children and their caregivers with the goal of making and sharing music together.
Sheryl
Sheryl King
Sheryl has been working with and teaching young kids for the last 6 years. Like John, Sheryl began teaching kids while working overseas as Head Teacher and Assistant Director in a private school.
Her passion for working with monkeys began while she was observing chimpanzees as she pursued her Masters Degree in Cognitive Evolution*.
Upon returning from Asia, Sheryl completed her second Masters degree in Child Development and Education leading to certification with the Ontario College of Teachers. By applying what she has learned through study and practice, Sheryl continues to teach in a way that allows kids to feel safe and happy in their learning environment.
*Sheryl is confident that she knows the difference between monkeys and children.
