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Working with children brings Radha enjoyment. She is known for her patience, calmness, and for making children feel safe.
When not working, Radha’s life is centered around her family, with whom she enjoys playing outdoor activities like tennis and badminton. She also enjoys reading and cooking.
Rahda holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing and received a certification in Basic Life Support (BLS).
Yoana is originally from Colombia, South America. She has more than 10 years of experience as a teacher in Colombia, and most recently as an online educator.
In her free time, she enjoys cooking and spending time with her family.
She holds a Bachelor's degree in Basic Education with an emphasis on Spanish language and Humanities from Magdalena University, Colombia. She obtained her Master's degree in Education and virtual learning environments from the Cuahuhtemoc University, Mexico. She is currently a Ph.D. candidate in Education Sciences from Magdalena University, Colombia.
As a former Princeton Montessori School student, Cecilia understand the value of a Montessori education. She has always been passionate about helping children of all ages.
Outside of the classroom, she loves spending time with family and friends, reading, traveling, and learning new languages.
Cecilia is currently in school working towards a degree in education at The College of New Jersey.
Karen loves working with a variety of ages. She is very passionate about baking, art, and music and brings those passions into the classroom.
In her free time she enjoys hiking, baking, going to the beach, creating artwork, and spending time with family and friends.
She graduated from Seton Hall University with a degree in Social Work and minor in Psychology.
Carla is passionate about early childhood education. She is a Mother of two and enjoys spending time with her family, traveling and discovering new cultures.
She holds an AMI Montessori Diploma(3-6yrs) from the institute de formation Maria Montessori in Geneva, Switzerland.
Siri strives to create a learning environment that is joyful and fun.
In her free time she enjoys gardening, cooking, reading books and knitting. Siri worked as a volunteer teacher at the non-profit organization Satya Sai Spiritual Educare which imparts human values to kids starting from 4 years to 17 years. She knits hats for new born babies and distributes them at hospitals through this organization.
Siri earned a Masters in Business administration in London.
Raphaelle finds immense joy in the Montessori setting, viewing it as an extended family where education aligns closely with her values. She nurtures a respectful environment that celebrates each child's uniqueness, guiding them toward independence and holistic development. Her interests in nature, literature, and French cuisine enrich the children's experiences.
Outside of work, Raphaelle indulges in nature photography and enjoys exploring different cultures through travel. Having lived in France, Burkina Faso, the Netherlands, Canada, and now the USA, she values meeting new people and cherishes gatherings with loved ones.
Raphaelle holds teaching diplomas for elementary and primary education from France, with experience mainly in ages 3 to 8. She also possesses an AMI diploma for ages 3 to 6 from the Montessori Training Centre of British Columbia in Vancouver and is currently undergoing her AMS internship to become a certified infant/toddler teacher.
Gery was the Ecology teacher at Princeton Montessori School for many years. Originally from N Ireland, Gery served as a British diplomat, mainly in Africa and Brazil, before coming to NJ with his family 10 years ago. Since arriving here, he has been a biofuels consultant, environmental radio show host, led and co-hosted a series of environmental discussions at the D&R Greenway Land Trust, worked as a farm manager and substitute teacher, taught history and environmental subjects as a volunteer tutor and been a Board Member of the Sourland Conservancy and the United Front Against Riverblindness.
Gery has a BA and MA in Modern History from Trinity College, Dublin.
Priya was a Montessori student so the philosophy is second nature to her. She believes in bringing out the best in a child through compassion, care and freedom within limits, which makes the child independent and confident in their learning.
In her free time Priya practices yoga and meditation. She loves to spend time outdoors with her family and four legged fur baby/ Leo. Priya has a passion for music and is trained in Hindustani classical music.
Priya holds a Bachelor’s in Accounting and Marketing and is pursuing a Masters in Mass Media Communication. She also holds a degree in travel management from Middlesex county college. Priya earned an Early childhood Montessori certification from NAMC, as well as her AMS Early Childhood certification from PCTE.
Pearlina has worked as a Teacher for over 10 years and has experience working in a Montessori environment in Singapore. She also has experience working in the business industry for several years and has worked as a translator.
Pearlina enjoys spending quality time with her family. She enjoys arts and crafts and speaks fluent Cantonese.
Pearlina strives to create a caring and engaging learning environment for all children. She loves teaching and enjoys helping others. She has a diverse understanding of different cultures which increases her people skills.
Ki loves to nurture each child’s academic, social, and emotional growth. She is known for her calm temperament and as a thoughtful, attentive listener who responds carefully to others. She enjoys building positive relationships with both children and adults and supports creativity and self-expression in her work and personal life.
In her free time, she enjoys quilting, walking, and practicing Tai Chi, activities that help her stay grounded and balanced.
Ki holds a Master’s Degree in Education from Chaminade University of Honolulu, Hawaii, a Master’s Degree in Arts from New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts, and a Bachelor’s Degree in Arts from Sejong University in Seoul, Korea. She also brings extensive AMS experience, including Early Childhood Credentials, an Instructor Academy Certificate, a Coaching Academy Certificate, and an Early Childhood Language Certificate. Ki has served as an On-site Verifier for MACTE and AMS since May 2007 and has held leadership roles as a Director for Teacher Education programs and schools.
Anne Marie is a graduate of our own Montessori teacher training program, PCTE. In addition to her Montessori classroom experience, Anne Marie has been an education consultant and math tutor in Princeton, providing mathematics instructional support for students in grades 6-11 in subjects ranging from Pre-Algebra to Geometry through Pre-Calculus. A true math specialist, she is adept at facilitating joy and engagement in the learning process through use of manipulatives, games, and tailor-made lessons.
A former Johnson & Johnson executive and life sciences consultant, Anne Marie also brings her passion for healthcare and biotech to her teaching, with real world applications of math and science a major component of her teaching strategy.
Anne Marie holds an AMS Montessori certification at the Elementary I and II levels. She earned her B.A. in Mathematics from Vanderbilt University (Nashville, TN) and holds an M.B.A. from the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. She is proficient in Portugese and French.
Suchithra worked in the Toddler Program for many years. She admires their innate drive to explore, discover new facts, gain independence and learn how to communicate.
Having lived in many cities around the world, Suchithra loves traveling, exploring new countries and learning about their cultures. She loves cooking and baking and likes to experiment, trying out new recipes from all around the world. Suchithra is an avid gardener and enjoys watching plants and flowers bloom year after year. When not gardening, she keeps busy crocheting afghans and doilies.
Suchithra received a BA in Commerce from the University of Madras, India and holds an American Montessori Society credential in Infant/Toddler through the Princeton Center Teacher Education (PCTE), NJ. She has worked as a field consultant and an Infant/Toddler instructor for PCTE.
