Our team

At Te Awamutu Community Toy Library, our team is comprised of passionate individuals dedicated to providing a joyful and enriching experience for our community.

Interested in becoming a part of our dynamic team? Whether you're passionate about early childhood education, community engagement, or simply love spreading joy through play, we welcome individuals who share our commitment to making a positive impact.

Tovah

President and Toy Library Assistant

Hi, I am Tovah, and I am the President and Toy Library Assistant here at the Te Awamutu Community Toy Library. I am a mother and teacher who enjoys baking and running my own tutoring business.
I am very proud of our Te Awamutu Community Toy Library and love seeing the kids relax and enjoy exploring the toys on offer. Play is a very important part of child development, and I have pride knowing our team creates opportunities for children to learn, grow, and imagine on an ongoing basis. Look forward to seeing you and your little one(s) at the Te Awamutu Community Toy Library.

Ammanda

Librarian

Hi, my name is Ammanda and I'm the librarian here a TACTL and I absolutely love working for the Toy Library and being a safe place for children and parents to relax and play.
I love being able to talk to all of members and building relationships with them, I have made some lifelong friends through the Toy Library. I have a 13 year old and a 7-year-old, most of the time you will see my daughter Aurora-Lilly with me, she loves it when the little ones come in and play. In my spare time I like to travel and explore new places.

Polina

Treasurer

Hi, I'm Polina, and I'm the Treasurer for our wonderful Toy Library.

I first discovered the joy of the Toy Library when my son was 1.5 years old. As a working parent, I found it challenging to keep up with my little one's ever-evolving interests. That's when I became a member, realizing it was a fantastic way to provide him with a variety of toys without cluttering our home.

Being a member quickly evolved into a passion for contributing to the Toy Library's growth. Now, as the Treasurer, I am dedicated to ensuring the financial well-being of our community treasure. Working full time has its demands, but my love for the Toy Library fuels my commitment to its success. I find immense joy in helping this vibrant community thrive.

Michelle

Secretary

Hi, I'm Michelle, I am the Secretary at TACTL. I am a mum to 3 busy boys. I really value having a Toy Library service in our community. I've found it a great way to provide a fresh selection of interesting toys for my kids, as well as saving money and waste. It''s neat to hear how other families find it useful too. I enjoying being part of the volunteer committee  to help it continue into the future.