Meet Our Team
A team built on heart, expertise, and a love for helping children grow
Kinnu Malhi
Founder & CEO
Kinnu is a dedicated educator with a strong passion for supporting children with autism and diverse learning needs. She brings 11+ years of experience and 8 years as an Education Assistant in the Burnaby School District, where she has supported students in communication, emotional regulation, behaviour strategies, social development, and inclusive classroom learning.
She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of British Columbia and has completed her Orton-Gillingham literacy training, and ECE certification, equipping her with a strong foundation in child development, early learning, and evidence-informed teaching practices.
Throughout her years in the school district and the community, Kinnu has gained extensive hands-on experience working closely with children, families, and multidisciplinary teams. Her work has been grounded in compassion, collaboration, and a belief in every child’s potential.
Her vision for VanCity Social Learners Academy is to create a space where children with autism can learn, build confidence, develop lifelong skills, and feel safe and supported every step of the way.
Equally important to her is supporting parents through their journey and building a warm, trusting, inclusive community where families feel understood, empowered, and connected.
Cell: 250-689-0057
Sabrina Barn
Founder & CEO
Sabrina brings over 12 years of experience working with children of all abilities, including those with autism, ADHD, and physical challenges.
Throughout her career, she has worked in a wide range of settings, clinical, home-based, and school environments, giving her a deep understanding of how to support children with diverse learning needs.
Her background includes roles as a Behaviour Interventionist, Respite Worker, Art Instructor, and Education Assistant. She has experience running children’s art camps through Young Rembrandts and currently works as an Education Assistant in the Burnaby School District, while also supporting families privately as a Behaviour Interventionist and Respite Worker.
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Sabrina holds a BSc in Sociology and Criminology, along with certifications in Life Coaching, Basic Counselling, and Orton-Gillingham literacy training. These qualifications allow her to support children through a blend of compassion, structure, and evidence-informed strategies.
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She feels incredibly fortunate to love the work she does every day and is passionate about creating a safe, supportive, and empowering learning environment for every child who joins VanCity Social Learners Academy.
Cell: 778-889-4780
Kinnu is a dedicated educator with a strong passion for supporting children with autism and diverse learning needs. She brings eight years of experience as an Education Assistant in the Burnaby School District, where she has supported students in communication, emotional regulation, behavior strategies, social development, and inclusive classroom learning.
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She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of British Columbia and has completed her ECE certification, equipping her with a strong foundation in child development, early learning, and evidence-informed teaching practices.
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Throughout her years in the school district and the community, Kinnu has gained extensive hands-on experience working closely with children, families, and multidisciplinary teams. Her work has been grounded in compassion, collaboration, and a belief in every child’s potential.
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Her vision for VanCity Social Learners Academy is to create a space where children with autism can learn, build confidence, develop lifelong skills, and feel safe and supported every step of the way.
Equally important to her is supporting parents through their journey and building a warm, trusting, inclusive community where families feel understood, empowered, and connected.
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