Montessori educators are often referred to as guides rather than teachers, reflecting the distinctive philosophy of the Montessori approach. This term emphasizes their role in facilitating a child's learning journey rather than instructing in a traditional sense. Guides in the Montessori setting prioritize fostering independence, self-directed learning, and a sense of discovery within each child. They serve as mentors, observers, and facilitators, aiming to inspire a lifelong love for learning and exploration. This shift in terminology underscores the focus on empowering students to take an active role in their education, guiding them toward their individualized path of development and growth.
Young Children’s Community Faculty
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Julia Hook
Lead AMI Guide
Bluebird YCC
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Cathy McGovern
Assistant Guide
Bluebird YCC
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Patricia Speth
Lead AMI Guide
Chickadee YCC
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Olivia Dengah
Assistant Guide
Chickadee YCC
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Marisa Peterson
Lead Guide, Bilingual
Hummingbird YCC
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Kailynn Renfo
Assistant Guide, Bilingual
Hummingbird YCC
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Mariela Lopez
Aftercare & Support Assistant
Young Children’s Community
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Julia Sanchez
Aftercare & Support Assistant
Young Children’s Community
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Megan Sutton
YCC Guide
Young Children’s Community
Primary Faculty
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Koral Walters
Lead AMI Guide
Red Fox Primary
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Ella Lee
Assistant Guide, Bilingual
Red Fox Primary
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![Smiling woman with glasses and brown hair wearing a black shirt, standing in front of green foliage.]()
Lauren Gallegos
Lead AMI Guide, Bilingual
Golden Eagle Primary
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![Smiling person with long hair and a blazer standing in front of green foliage.]()
Ellie Taylor
Assistant Guide, Bilingual
Golden Eagle Primary
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Ajedrea Silvestre
Primary & Elementary Aftercare
Bilingual Support Assistant
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Diana Roque
Support Assistant
All Levels
Elementary Faculty
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Madhavi Patki
Lead AMI Guide, Bilingual
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Kyle Phibbs
Assistant Guide, Bilingual
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![A smiling woman wearing a brown hat, teal scarf, and hoop earrings stands outdoors in a snowy mountain landscape.]()
Angelarose Maeding
Assistant Guide
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![Woman with glasses smiling indoors, wearing a colorful scarf and blue top, in a room with wooden window frames and chairs in the background.]()
Jo McMahan
Reading Specialist
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Joni Perry
AMI Pedagogical Consultant
Administration & Leadership
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Ariana Brents
Office Administrator
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Maddie Stephens
Marketing & After-School Administrator
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James Evig
Facilities Management
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Marlene Evans
School Nurse
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Mike Rosol
Community Bee Mentor
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Jeffrey Friedman
Assistant Head of School
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Lauren Franchek
Head of School
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Camilla Modesitt
Leadership Consultant
