Montessori

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MEET THE TEACHERS

At A Child's Garden, each classroom is guided by at least one certified Montessori teacher and one or two assistants. Each teacher brings a unique talent set, including Spanish, American Sign Language, computer science, health, physical education and fine arts. Guest speakers and events are frequently integrated into the day, further expanding the knowledge and experience of A Child's Garden children.

The teacher's goal is to stimulate the child's spirit and imagination, support the child's self-esteem and natural desire for autonomy, foster the development of ethical characteristics including kindness, respect, and self-discipline, and guide the child to learn how to observe, question, and explore ideas independently

EVE ALBRIGHT, TODDLER (ages 18 months – 2)
TERESA LANDRETH , BEGINNER (ages 2-3)
SHABANA KAISER, PRE-PRIMARY (ages 3 – 6)
BERTA OVIEDO, PRE-PRIMARY (ages 3-6)
PHYLLIS ADAMS, PRE-PRIMARY (ages 3-6)

Ms. Teresa Landreth
Beginner Teacher

My Goal as Beginner Teacher:
To lead the children toward independence. It is such a joy to see the excitement on their little faces when they accomplish even the smallest tasks, such as putting on their jacket or pouring their juice for snack without spilling. When given freedom and encouragement, it is amazing what these little ones can do.

Why Montessori?
"Montessori helps the child learn in the one way of thinking. It helps their self-esteem, as each child develops their individual learning styles."

Why did you choose A Child's Garden?
"A Child's Garden has a great record with the community and great Montessori teachers that are dedicated to the needs of each child. I also appreciate the flexibility the school extends to families."

What is your favorite quote or saying?
I have held many things in my hands, and I have lost them all; but whatever I have placed in God's hands, I still possess.
Martin Luther King, Jr.

Favorite Movie?
The Princess Bride

Hobby?
I enjoy gardening, reading and crafts.

Learn more about being a part of the Beginners classroom

Ms. Berta
Pre-Primary Teacher

Montessori involvement?
Ms. Berta has been a Montessori teacher for almost 18. She started as a bi-lingual teaching assistant, soon falling in love with the principles and methodologies. She

Why did you start teaching?
"I've found teaching to be the most rewarding job I've ever had. To have a positive impact on the life of a child is incredible. The Montessori method offers children so many opportunities to excel."

Why Montessori?
"Before I started working here, I did not know anything about Montessori and its methods. Now I know it is best thing ever created for teaching children. Montessori children are extremely creative and self-disciplined. Seeing children achieve their goals is really satisfying."

Describe your teaching style…
"I am a very calm and patient teacher. Each child is an individual. We respect each other."

What is your favorite quote or saying?
"Life has its rewards."

Favorite food?
Definitely pasta.

Hobby? Movie?
Working out. Ghost

Learn more about being a part of the Pre-Primary classroom

Ms. Phyllis
Pre-Primary Teacher

Montessori involvement and education…
Ms. Phyllis began teaching Montessori twelve years ago, in part to have a schedule similar to her children. Ms. Phyllis has earned her MEPI and AMI certification, as well as her bachelors in marketing and management.

Why Montessori?
"Because I believe in teaching children individually, according to their needs and abilities. Montessori focuses on the individual child. A Child's Garden offers a warm, loving atmosphere. We're one big family."

Describe your teaching style…
"I show every child that they are important and will be respected. Everyone deserves to be respected for who they are. Children can then hold themselves in high esteem as they develop into their own unique, talented beings."