Infant/Toddler
Rita Brenner (1985) holds a BA in Spanish from Hunter College, NY, and holds an American Montessori Society credential in Infant/Toddler from MECA, IL (Seton Montessori Institute). She is active in the Ukraine Montessori project and hosts the Ukrainian teachers each year. She is an instructor and site consultant for the Princeton Center Teacher Education (PCTE), NJ. Rita’s many years of experience are shared with others as a speaker and lecturer for teachers and parents throughout the country. (Conference Teacher)
Delmy Barrera (1985) studied Montessori Philosophy and Child Development through Princeton Center Teacher Education. She shared her kind spirit, love of music and cooking in her everyday interactions with the children. She enjoys introducing the children to Spanish nomenclature through song and dance. ……………………………………………..
Kathy Chrzan (1988-2001 & 2009)holds a BA from the University of Scranton, PA with a concentration in Psychology. She holds an American Montessori Society Infant and Toddler credential through the Montessori Center Teacher Education, Scarsdale, NY. She was a former Toddler teacher at Princeton Montessori School, an elementary teacher at the Princeton Charter School and Stuart Country Day School.
Elizabeth Clarke (2009) holds a BA from St. Lawrence University, NY with a major in Fine Arts and Art History. She attended Columbia University, School of Continuing Education, NY for post baccalaureate coursework in Business. She also works part time as the school registrar. She is completing the internship requirements for her American Montessori Society Infant/Toddler credential through the Princeton Center Teacher. (Intern)
Evelia Cunha (2001) has teaching experience ranging from infants to teenagers, the most of it being with two to four year olds. She also has experience working with children with physical challenges and learning differences. ………………………………………………………………………………………
Julia Gibson (2012) holds a degree in Elementary Education from the University of Ottawa and a BA in Psychology from Carleton University in Canada. She has varied experience with all ages of children and has been a tutor, camp counselor, assistant softball coach and classroom teacher.
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Barbara Hart (1979) received a BA in Education from The College of New Jersey. She received her American Montessori Society credential in Early Childhood through the Midwest Montessori Teacher Training Center, IL and an American Montessori Society credential in Infant/Toddler through the Princeton Center Teacher Education (PCTE), NJ. Barbara was instrumental in the development of the Toddler program when she became Princeton Montessori School’s first toddler teacher. She is a site consultant to PCTE interns. (Conference Teacher)
Maria Johnson (1987) holds a BS in Speech Pathology from James Madison University, a MS in Speech Pathology from Ithaca College and holds an American Montessori Society credential in Infant/Toddler from MECA, IL (Seton Montessori Institute). She is a Parent-Child Specialist with over 20 years experience in the fields of education and parenting. She is the founder of the Princeton Montessori School Infant Center, a PCTE Consultant and Teacher Mentor. During her stewardship she has made a positive, lasting impact on the philosophy, awareness and interactions of many families. Maria has a deep interest and understanding of parents’ concerns and the challenges they face balancing their lives with the lives of young children.
Elena Kurnov (2000) holds an MS and a BS in Chemistry and an MA in Teacher Education from Byelorussian State University, Russia. Elena is a translator for Ukrainian teachers when they come to the Princeton Center Teacher Education (PCTE), NJ to study. She earned an American Montessori Society credential in Infant/Toddler through Princeton Center Teacher Education (PCTE), NJ. (Conference Teacher)
Leslie Magliaro (1989) holds an American Montessori Society Associate credential in Infant/ Toddler from the Princeton Center Teacher Education (PCTE), NJ. She has extensive experience in both Infant and Toddler Montessori programs. (Conference Teacher)
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Becky Mathers (2011) holds a BS in Earth Sciences from Pennsylvania State University and a MS in Ecological Teaching and Learning from Lesley University. She has worked with students of all ages, sharing her knowledge and experience in conservation and knowledge of the environment. She has an American Montessori Society credential in Infant/Toddler through Princeton Center Teacher Education (PCTE), NJ……………
Lisa Meisenbacher (2008) holds a BA in Italian Literature from Rutgers University, NJ and an Infant and Toddler American Montessori Society credential through the Princeton Center Teacher Education (PCTE). She has had extensive experience working with costume design for a dance company. She is fluent in Italian. (Conference Teacher)
Vandana Monteiro (2006) holds an MBA with specialization in Human Resources and a BS in Environmental Science from St. Joseph’s College of Business Administration, India. She holds an American Montessori Society credential in Infant/Toddler through the Princeton Center Teacher Education (PCTE). Vandana’s philanthropic generosity and educational expertise has led her to begin the process of opening a school in India for Street Children. (Conference Teacher)
Mary Ellen O’Boyle (2005 & 2010) holds a BS in Business Administration and English Literature from Rosemont College, PA and a Montessori Early Childhood credential from Montessori St. Nicholas Centre.
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Rashmi Patel (1994) holds a BS degree from Maharajo Saoji Roa University, India. She attended the Princeton Center Teacher Education (PCTE) Infant & Toddler Teacher Training Program. …………………….
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Alona Procaccini (1989) received her American Montessori Society Associate credential in Infant/Toddler through Princeton Center Teacher Education (PCTE), NJ. She has extensive experience teaching toddlers in full day settings. Alona is a parent education workshop presenter for parents on the topic of Preparing a Montessori Home Environment for the Young Child. (Conference Teacher)
Souad (Sue) Saad (2008) holds a BS in Business Administration from Alexandria University, El-Shatby, Egypt and completed her American Montessori Society training in Infant and Toddlers through the Princeton Center Teacher Education (PCTE). Prior to her work with Toddlers and Infants she was teachers aide for special needs children. (Conference Teacher)………………………………………………………..………………………………………………….
Kim Smith (1993) studied at Christine University in Jakarta, Indonesia. She has many years of experience with children in other cultures of the world. She founded and directed a school in Indonesia, which is still in operation under the direction of her sister. …..
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Olga Soto (2000) holds a BA in Special Education from the Universidad los Libertadores in Colombia, South America. She was a teacher at Seres Institute for Special Education in Colombia, SA. She received her American Montessori Society credential in Infant/Toddler through the Princeton Center Teacher Education (PCTE), NJ. She has previous experience with special needs children. (Conference Teacher)
Suchithra Vikram (2006) earned a BA in Commerce from the University of Madras in India. She received an American Montessori Society credential in Infant/Toddler through the Princeton Center Teacher Education (PCTE), NJ. (Conference Teacher) …
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Primary
Susan (Missy) Bowman-Leonard (1999) received a BA in Health Education and Athletic Training from Marshall University, WV. She received an American Montessori Early Childhood credential through the Princeton Center Teacher Education (PCTE), NJ. She is a site consultant for PCTE. (Conference Teacher) . …………
Ursula Connors (2001) holds a BFA in Illustration from the Parsons School of Design, NY and studied at the American University in Paris. She attended the Princeton Center Teacher Education (PCTE) for Early Childhood Teacher Training Program. Ursula is a certified Yoga teacher through Yoga Alliance. ………………………
Amy Gerstacker (2006) earned a BA in Psychology from Rutgers University, NJ. She received an American Montessori Early Childhood credential through the Princeton Center Teacher Education (PCTE), NJ. (Conference Teacher) ………………………………………….. ……………………………………………………………………………………….
Kelly Glenfield (2007) earned an Associate degree in Applied Science from Mercer County Community College. More recently she completed Montessori philosophy and child development coursework with Princeton Center Teacher Education. ..……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
Teresa Hartmann (2008) holds a BA in Psychology and Communications from Rutgers University, New Brunswick, NJ, a MA in Psychology from the New School for Social Research, New York, NY and an American Montessori Society Early Childhood credential through Princeton Center Teacher Education. She has a vast experience in the corporate and medical field. (Conference Teacher)
Maribel Jimenez (2009) holds a BA from Rutgers University in Women’s’ Studies and Spanish and an American Montessori Society Early Childhood credential through the Princeton Center Teacher Education(PCTE), NJ. (Conference Teacher) ………………………………… ……………………………………………………………
Anjum Khan (2012) holds a MBA from the University of Michigan and a BCom from the University of Bombay. She is an intern for the primary program through Princeton Center Teacher Education (PCTE)
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Kristy Moulton (2008) graduated cum laude with a MS in Computer Science from Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD and also graduated cum laude with a BA in Computer Science from Anderson University in Anderson, IN. She holds an American Montessori Society Early Childhood credential through the Princeton Center Teacher Education (PCTE), NJ. …………………………….
Stephanie Petrelis (2011) holds a BA in Art History from the University of Mary Washington and has an Early Childhood Credential through the Princeton Center Teacher Education (PCTE). She is currently a swim coach at the Cedar Hill Swim Club in Somerset and has several years of experience as a tutor.
Mary Robinson (2007 & 2009) is pursuing a degree in Fine Arts. Ms. Robinson has experience working with children from toddler through six. She is currently completing her Internship in Early Childhood through Princeton Center Teacher Education (PCTE).. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
Ayla Sen (1991) received a BS in Philosophy and Pedagogy from the University of Ankara, Turkey. She holds an American Montessori Society Early Childhood credential through Princeton Center Teacher Education (PCTE), NJ. Ayla is an instructor in several PCTE courses, a teacher training field consultant, and a Public Relations representative for PCTE. (Conference Teacher) …..
Shazah Sabuhi (2012) holds a BA in Psychology from Syracuse University. She has experience working with students in enrichment courses concentrating on computer-based problem solving skills. She is an intern for the primary program through Princeton Center Teacher Education (PCTE).
Elementary
Director of Elementary Programs
Gwen Shangle (1992) earned a M.Ed. in Reading from the College of New Jersey and a BA in Psychology and Elementary Education from Georgian Court College, NJ. She is certified by the State of New Jersey as a Reading Specialist for Kindergarten-Eighth grade. She holds an American Montessori Society credential in Elementary I through Seacoast Teacher Education, MA, and in Elementary II through the Princeton Center Teacher Education (PCTE), NJ. Gwen is an instructor, field consultant for PCTE and a frequent presenter for parents and experienced teachers.
Elementary Program Teachers
Carrie Hotchkiss (2008) earned a BA from Smith College, Northampton, MA in American Studies and a MA in Teaching from Belhaven College, Jackson, MS. She has experience substitute teaching here in NJ and teaching at a high school level in MS. She holds an American Montessori Society Elementary I credential through the Princeton Center Teacher Education and is completing her Elementary II training. (Conference Teacher)…………………….. …………………. …………………. …………………. ………………….
Huma Kazmi (2005) received a BS degree in Chemistry with honors from the University of London, England. Prior to education, she worked in Business Development and Marketing. She earned an American Montessori Society credential in Elementary I and an Elementary Level II training program through the Princeton Center Teacher Education (PCTE), NJ. (Conference Teacher) …………
Sally Luke (1990) holds a BA in History and English from Rutgers University, NJ. She received her American Montessori Society credentials in Early Childhood and Elementary I through the Princeton Center Teacher Education (PCTE), NJ. She is certified by the State of New Jersey in Elementary Education and English as a Second Language. (Conference Teacher)
Bridget Manley (2005) holds an MS in School Counseling from Sage Graduate School, NY and a BA in Social Work from Siena College, NY. Her experience includes counseling middle school and high school students. She is certified in Elementary I and Elementary II from the American Montessori Society through the Princeton Center Teacher Education, (PCTE), NJ. (Conference Teacher)
Franziska Quaiser (2011) is a graduate of University of Koblenz (Germany) where she received her 1st State Certificate for Elementary School Education and Department of Education NRW (Germany) where she received her 2nd State Certificate for Elementary School Education. She worked at an Elementary School in Bornheim, Germany for three years before coming to the United States where she taught German at the Berlitz Language School in Princeton for two years. Franziska holds an American Montessori Society Elementary I credential through the Princeton Center Teacher Education (PCTE), NJ. (Conference Teacher)
Kathleen Sellers (1998) holds a graduate level teacher’s certification and a BA in English Literature from Rider University, NJ. She holds a NJ certificate in Elementary Education as well as an American Montessori Society credential in Elementary I and Elementary II through the Princeton Center Teacher Education (PCTE), NJ. (Conference Teacher)
Middle School
Director of Middle School Programs
Michelle Morrison (1990) holds an MA in Elementary Education from The College of New Jersey and a BS in Business Administration from the University of Northern Colorado. She holds an American Montessori Society credential in Elementary I and II through the Seacoast Teacher Education Center, MA and completed her Secondary I training at the Washington Montessori Training Center, CT. She earned an Outdoor Education Certification from Outward Bound for Educators in 1994, incorporating many of the experiential learning practices into the middle school program. She directs the program and teaches history and other classes. She has published articles on middle school education in Montessori Life magazine and spoken at several AMS annual conventions. Michelle is the founding teacher of Princeton Montessori’s Middle School Program. She enjoys international traveling and outdoor sports and works actively for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.
Middle School Conference and Subject Teachers
Christine Soper (2002) holds an MA in French Language and Literature from Wayne State University, MI, a BA in French and Art History from Kalamazoo College, MI, a Diplome Superieur d’Etudes Francaises from the University of Strasbourg, a K-12 certification for public school teaching in the state of Michigan, and completed her Secondary I training at the Washington Montessori Training Center, CT. Her teaching experience includes French and core subjects at the elementary, middle school and university levels. She teaches math, history, and geography and other program classes. Christine has lived and studied extensively abroad in Poland, France, Germany and Japan, bringing a broad cultural perspective to the classroom. (Conference Teacher)
Lisa Stolzer (1992) hold a BA/BS in Elementary Education and English from The College of New Jersey, NJ. She has experience at the Toddler, Primary, and Elementary levels. Her creative talents in the arts and writing lend a special value to the school. She is also known for bringing the art of cooking and nutritional experiences to the Elementary students. During the summer, she leads a group of elementary students to many fun filled discoveries and experiences. Lisa has traveled extensively in Europe, Asia, and Africa. (Conference Teacher)
Middle School Subject Teachers
Joseph Stencel (1998) holds a Ph.D. in Civil and Environmental Engineering from Princeton University, NJ, a M.A. in Health Physics from Vanderbilt University, TN and a B.A. in Physics from St. Johns University, MN. He is a visiting lecturer at Princeton University and was a research professor at Rutgers University. He is a member of the Academy of Certified Hazardous Materials Managers, the American Nuclear Society, the American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE), Health Physics Society. He has been a Fellow in the Health Physics Society since 2001. He has served as a member of the Montgomery Health Board and of the Governor’s Board on Low-Level Waste. He teachers math in the Middle School program.
Specials Teachers
Pilar Daly (2008) is a graduate of Universidad Femenina del Sagrado Corazón (Peru) and Cambridge University (UK). She has over 20 years of experience teaching Spanish, ESL and reading strategies. She taught literature and Spanish in Boca Raton Florida before moved to Pennington NJ at the beginning of 2007. She is committed to helping students achieve their goals.
Carole Golcher (1989) studied at Kean College, NJ and has been instrumental in developing and advancing the Art program for many years. She teaches Art using a variety of media including cross-cultural, international and historical. ..
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Eliza Hammer (2012) holds a BA in Anthropology and Architecture from Hampshire College in Amherst, MA. In addition to working in the classroom, she has experience teaching children yoga, tai chi and karate. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
Toyoko Kitade (2003) earned an MA from the New England Conservatory of Music, Boston and a BA from the Sakuyo College of Music, Japan. She has 30 years of international experience as a Suzuki violin instructor, and was the Assistant Director of the Suzuki Institute of Boston. She completed her Suzuki instructor training with Mieko Moriya, Japan, and Donald Becker, Boston. She is also trained in the Kodály method of music instruction. Her professional performance experience has included a position as Principal 2nd Violin for the Fukuoka City Philharmonic, Japan, as well as serving as a violinist for the New Symphony Orchestra, Tokyo, and the New Philharmonic Orchestra, Boston.
Derry Light Wills (1995) holds a BA in Literature and Performing Arts from Sarah Lawrence College, NY, and completed graduate work in Zoology and Ecology at Rutgers University, NJ, and Princeton University, NJ. Derry holds Orff-Schulwerk certification for Levels I, II, and III from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst. As a professional performer, Derry worked and toured with a New York-based theater company for several years, and taught voice and improvisation. Currently she continues to work in theater, cabaret, and voice-overs.
Sue Miller (2007) holds a BA in Music Education from Susquehanna University and has since taken Graduate Level (Continuing Education) courses from Westminster Choir College in Piano Pedagogy. Most recently she studied advanced classical technique with Dr. Stanley Yerlow (www.yerlow.com) who teaches and performs in the NYC area and is a professor at Fordham University. Her current studies with David Kenney with a focus to jazz improvisation, theory and arranging. Ms. Miller has performed in many different venues over the years, as a solo artist, accompanist and most currently as a band leader.
Alex Mitnick (2000) graduated with honors with a BA in Jazz Guitar from The University of the Arts in Philadelphia, PA. He has created numerous original school musicals with the Elementary and Middle School students. Each year Alex writes and composes a song in keeping with the School theme. His music focuses on self-awareness and an appreciation of the world around us. He has produced four CD’s with his Kaleidoscope Band. He belongs to a variety of musical groups that perform for audiences in NJ, NY, and PA. He presents to schools and teachers, and is an instructor for the Princeton Teacher Education (PCTE), NJ.
Rimma Skvortsova (1999) received an MA in Music Pedagogy from Moscow State University of Pedagogy and BA with Honors in Piano Pedagogy and Choir Conducting from the Glinka College of Music, Dnepropetrovsk, Ukraine. She has more than thirty years of experience teaching piano including classical, folk, and modern music in music schools in Russia and United States. Mrs. Skvortsova is skilled in preparing childrens’ recitals and performances. She has been the faculty of Westminster Choir College Faculty since 2000. Her students participated and became winners in domestic and international competitions over the years taking first, second, and third places.
Kelsey Swanson (2008) holds a BS in Sociology from Manchester College, Indiana. She spent one semester in Northern Ireland studying peace and conflict resolutions. Her previous work experience includes working as a manager at TerraCycle in Trenton, NJ, and as an admissions counselor at Manchester College, IN.
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Jonathan Thompson (2007) is a singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist whose talents as a saxophonist, guitarist, and vocalist have been a contribution to the Philadelphia music scene for over ten years. He currently collaborates through writing, performance and / or studio work with Philadelphia and New York area artists including the Machine, Matt Davis’s Aerial Photograph, Oud Blues, Ellipsis, Chris Harford, Sinking Ship and Jason Fraticelli and the Dreams. Jon attended the University of the Arts in Philadelphia and graduated with a B.A. in music from Temple University. He formed the alt-country band Lazlo, which released two full-length albums (“Lazlo” and “Old Steel Company”) and opened for national acts such as Lyle Lovett. He returned to Philadelphia in 2006 and began working as a multi-instrumentalist with local and national artists. Jon is a faculty member at the Lawrenceville School, the Princeton Montessori School and the Pennington School, where he teaches guitar and woodwinds.
Substitutes
Marina Pocino (2012) holds a Bachelors of Social Science from Dublin College and AMI certification in Early Childhood. ……………………………………………………………………..
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Selma Sebastiani (2011) holds a degree in Psychology from Maria Inmaculada in Sao Paulo, Brazil. Her most recent experience was as an assistant teacher in a Montessori School in Arizona.
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Shannon Tuorto (2005) holds a BA in English from the State University of New York at Oswego, NY. She holds an American Montessori Society credential in Elementary II from CMTE in New Rochelle, NY. Her teaching experience includes elementary and middle school levels. She is a talented photographer who has often shared her expertise with the students and faculty. She and her husband have volunteered services to Heal the Children for many years and are foster parents to a Save the Children recipient.
Administrative Team
Director of Princeton Center Teacher Education
Ann Wilson (2006) earned a BA in Geography and Sociology from the University of North Alabama, AL. She holds an American Montessori Society credential at the Elementary I level through the Houston Montessori Training Center, TX, and Elementary II level through the Institute for Advanced Montessori Studies, MD. Ann also holds a Level I credential in Montessori Applied to Children At Risk for Learning Differences (MACAR) through the Shelton School in Dallas, TX. She brings many years of experience from both private and public schools as a teacher, Head of School, Principal of a Charter School and Montessori instructor. Ann is actively involved in the partnership between the Princeton Montessori Society and the Ukrainian Department of Education. She oversees Parent Education and Staff Development.
Business Administrator
Bethanne Byrne (1998) graduated cum laude with a BS in Business Administration and Finance from Rider University, NJ. Her business experience includes both accounting and managing positions at the Kelsey Group, Princeton Day School, and Banana Republic. She is a Notary Public. Bethanne is a Sustainer for the Junior League of Greater Princeton.
Director of School Services
Anita Canzano (1989) studied Early Childhood Development at Rider University, NJ. Her role includes educating and mentoring families, facilitating conflict resolution and problem solving social and developmental issues with parents and teachers. Her experience as a parent, faculty member and Director of School Services provides her a depth of skills in parent education and school networking. She teaches interpersonal skills to the faculty, PCTE and Middle School students. Anita was honored by the YWCA for her contributions to the community through the advancement of her career and received the Tribute to Women Award in 2002.
Technology Specialist
Ginger Christie-Cook (2000) received her BA in Communications and Journalism from The College of New Jersey. In 1998, she joined the Princeton Montessori School community as a parent. Two years later she was able to become more involved and join the administrative staff working with the school’s technology and application development. …………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
School Student Services Coordinator and Teacher Education Business Manager
Banu Eser (1998) Her interest in others and curiosity to learn about the cultures and interest of the School families and PCTE students is a highlight of her work. She is is a native of Ankara,Turkey and her son Mete graduated from the School in 2010. . ………………………
Director of Admissions
Mary Beth Evans (1986) holds a BA in Liberal Arts from Rider University, NJ. She received an American Montessori Society credential in Infant/Toddler through The Center for Montessori Education, NY. She brings many years of experience with parents of young children to her work in Admissions.
Patricia Farmer (2012) holds a BA in Journalism and Public Relations from Temple University and has a vast experience working in banks and other administrative support to corporations.
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Director of Community Affairs and Director of Summer Program
Joanne Hartnack (1996) holds an MPA in Public Administration from New York University and a BS in Nursing from College Misericordia, PA. Before joining Princeton Montessori School she worked in the field of pharmaceutical research. In addition to coordinating special events, volunteers, and consultations with parents, Joanne teaches Health in the Middle School program.
Director of Advancement
Kathryn Marmion (1988/2008) holds a BA from Thomas Edison, NJ and an American Montessori Society Elementary I and II credential . She studied at the Froebel Institute at the University of London. She is responsible for alumni affairs, community outreach, stewardship, student recruitment and overall institutional advancement.
Director of Public Relations and Events
Andrea O’Brian (2006) holds a BFA in Graphic Design from The College of New Jersey, NJ. Before joining Princeton Montessori School, she maintained a successful Graphic Design business for ten years. Prior to that, Andrea worked as a Publishing Specialist and Product Development Coordinator for an international management consultancy.
Director of Technology
Zsuzsanna Ratkay (1990) received her BA degree in Elementary Education and Fine Arts from Kaposvar University, Hungary. She holds a credential in Infant/Toddler from the American Montessori Society through Princeton Center Teacher Education. She was a teacher in Hungary and at the Princeton Montessori School prior to leading the technology department. She specializes in developing and maintaining the Filemaker Pro databases for the School and PCTE.
Publication Specialist
Mary Reuter-May (1990) earned a BA in Communications Design from Kutztown University, PA. Mary produces many of the school’s public relations documents, communication flyers and brochures for the School and PCTE. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
Director of Human Resources
Clara Soto (1995) has certification in Bilingual Secretarial Services and Business Administration from Colombia, S.A. Clara has previous experience as Human Resources Administrator in Colombia, S.A. Clara manages the Human Resources for the faculty and staff.
PCTE Coordinator
Joyce Tatsch (1983) earned a BA in Elementary Education from the College of New Jersey. She received an American Montessori Society credential in Early Childhood through CMTE in New Rochelle, NY. She was an Early Childhood teacher at the Princeton Montessori School for 26 years. Joyce is the Princeton Center Teacher Education (PCTE) Educational Coordinator, Field Consultant Coordinator and serves as a Field Consultant and PCTE Instructor for Practical Life and Classroom Leadership.
Facilities and Operations Manager
Peggy Thompson (1986) has an Executive Secretarial degree from Grace Ball College and studied Business Management at Grossmont College, CA. She is responsible for the supervision and management of the facility and is the school liaison to businesses, contractors, and vendors. She is a Notary Public. ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
Consultants
Director Emeritus PCTE
Ginny Cusack (1990) holds an MA from the New Brunswick Theological Seminary, NJ, a BS in Education from Alverno College, WI, an early childhood Association Montessori Internationale (AMI) credential, and a leadership coaching certificate from Georgetown University, Washington, DC. Ginny is an experienced Montessori teacher, administrator, founder and director of a Montessori School, director emeritus of PCTE, lecturer and parent educator in both public and independent schools. Ginny presently works as a consultant and leadership coach to new and experienced heads of Montessori schools, directors of Montessori teacher-training centers, and those aspiring to become Montessori leaders. Her website is www.ginnycusack.com
Facilities
Maintenance Facility Assistant
Bert Robinson (1998) assists with the daily operations of the facility as well as general maintenance projects. Bert retired from the Goodyear Corporation after thirty years with the company. He volunteers at S.A.V.E., and he is a foster parent for homeless dogs.
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Housekeeping Manager
Teresa Soto (1997) is responsible for the housekeeping duties and maintenance of the building. She is acknowledged as the person who puts the “special touches” throughout the building, school functions, and events.
