About Us

Head Teacher
	Directress and Founder of Montessori for Toddlers since 1989 Child Development Site Supervisor Permit, California State Commission on Teacher Credentialing Certified Positive Discipline Trainer, Positive Discipline Association Infant and Child CPR and First Aid Certificate 29 years experience in Child Development, 22 years Teaching Montessori Education Bachelor of Arts, Child Development, San Francisco State University Montessori Training, Pacific Coast Montessori School
Assistant Teacher
	Co-teacher Montessori for Toddlers classroom since 2006 Bachelor of Arts, Communications Studies, UC Santa Barbara Certified Parent Educator, Positive Discipline Association 15 years volunteer experience in local school, church and youth athletic programs. Infant and Child CPR and First Aid Certificate

Our Philosophy

Montessori for Toddlers strives to:
- Provide a beautifully prepared environment, both inside the classroom and out in the garden that is safe, orderly, nurturing and inviting.
- Teach students through hands-on, individualized experiences.
- Instill in our students a love of learning
- Work closely with parents to support a healthy separation experience.
- Provide open communication that includes parent conferences and educational evenings
- Support the child’s desire to be independent. “I did it myself, Terese!” is often spoken with such joy that there is no doubt about the pride that is felt by the child.
- Recognize and appreciate the unique personality and temperament of each child.