Administration
Head of School
Assistant Head of School
Assistant Head of School
James Farwell, jfarwell@msfortmyers.com
Mr. James grew up in Woodbury, MN attending several Montessori schools throughout childhood including Woodbury Montessori (3-4 years old), Nokomis Montessori School (Kindergarten), J.J. Hill Montessori (1st grade) and Valley Crossing Community School (5th – 6th grade). A lifelong learner and teache
James Farwell, jfarwell@msfortmyers.com
Mr. James grew up in Woodbury, MN attending several Montessori schools throughout childhood including Woodbury Montessori (3-4 years old), Nokomis Montessori School (Kindergarten), J.J. Hill Montessori (1st grade) and Valley Crossing Community School (5th – 6th grade). A lifelong learner and teacher, Mr. James has served for three years as a Sunday school teacher (1st - 3rd graders), six years as a snowboard instructor (11 – 13 year olds), one year as a teaching assistant at the University of Florida, has served as an occasional guest speaker at Florida International University several times from 2009-2013, and taught financial analysis courses. Mr. James enjoys finding ways to better serve our students, families, and staff. In his free time, he enjoys working on the school facility, playing soccer, weight lifting, growing fruit trees, reading, and discussing self improvement.
Credentials
- Head of School since 2013.
- Montessori Administrator Credential - September 2016. Seton Montessori Institute, an American Montessori Society (AMS) affiliated teacher education program.
- B.S.B.A. in Finance and minor in Spanish - University of Florida. Significant college coursework in early childhood education at Nova Southeast University.
- Florida Department of Children & Families - Staff Credential, Director Credential, Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) Director Endorsement, 40 hours of child care training, numerous continuing education courses
- Certified Instructor of 15 Hour Redirecting Children's Behavior Course
- Published contributor to Montessori Leadership magazine published by the Montessori Foundation.
- Infant and Child CPR and First-aid certified
Assistant Head of School
Assistant Head of School
Assistant Head of School
Terri Shippey, administrator@msfortmyers.com
A native of Houston, Texas, Ms. Terri began her career in Montessori right after high school. She worked in a small Montessori school as a summer job. This summer job lasted 10 years. During those 10 years, she obtained her Montessori Diploma. Ms. Terri was given the opportunity to become a Dir
Terri Shippey, administrator@msfortmyers.com
A native of Houston, Texas, Ms. Terri began her career in Montessori right after high school. She worked in a small Montessori school as a summer job. This summer job lasted 10 years. During those 10 years, she obtained her Montessori Diploma. Ms. Terri was given the opportunity to become a Director of a Montessori School in Amarillo, Texas. It was there that Terri gained experience managing a Montessori school. She moved to Fort Myers, Florida in 2008, where she and a few of her co-workers spent the next 8 years transforming a small childcare center in the Dunbar area into a beautiful Montessori school that offered quality education to lower income families. Ms. Terri loves the outdoors and spending time with her horse, Bexar and photography. She enjoys all sports. She loves the Houston Astros, Rockets and Texans.
Credentials
- 10+ Years school administration experience
- Spent a summer at the University of Texas
- Montessori Diploma – Texas Montessori Education Center
- Florida Department of Children & Families - Staff Credential, Director Credential, Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) Director Endorsement, 40 hours of child care training, numerous continuing education courses
- Certified Instructor of 15 Hour Redirecting Children's Behavior Course
- American Heart Association - Infant & Child CPR, AED, First Aid, and Blood Borne Pathogen training
- ALICE training
- A.S. in Early Childhood Education- Rasmussen College
- B.A. in Early Education- Rasmussen College
- Infant and Child CPR and First-aid certified
Office Manager
Director of Maintenance
Director of Maintenance
Clare Klitenic,
Ms. Clare was born and raised in England. She moved to the States 25 years ago. She worked and lived in Atlanta for 22 years where she taught preschool. She moved to Fort Myers in 2021 and started working with us in our Toddler West classroom. In her free time she enjoys walking her dog and wo
Clare Klitenic,
Ms. Clare was born and raised in England. She moved to the States 25 years ago. She worked and lived in Atlanta for 22 years where she taught preschool. She moved to Fort Myers in 2021 and started working with us in our Toddler West classroom. In her free time she enjoys walking her dog and working out.
Credentials
- Bachelors degree in Sports Science
- 15+ years experience in Early Childhood Education
- 15 Hour Redirecting Children's Behavior Certificate
- Credentials for Florida Department of Children & Families
- American Heart Association - Infant & Child CPR, AED, First Aid, and Blood Borne Pathogen training
- Fire Extinguisher Trained
Director of Maintenance
Director of Maintenance
Director of Maintenance
Jerry Nowak,
Jerry was born and raised in Wisconsin. He is a retired 29+ year U.S. Army veteran who has always had a passion for carpentry and the building trades in general. He is a part time building construction technology instructor for a community technical college, and moved to the Fort Myers area with hi
Jerry Nowak,
Jerry was born and raised in Wisconsin. He is a retired 29+ year U.S. Army veteran who has always had a passion for carpentry and the building trades in general. He is a part time building construction technology instructor for a community technical college, and moved to the Fort Myers area with his wife, Jill, 3 years ago. Jerry loves spending time with his three daughters' families, and has seven grandkids. He is an avid golfer and loves to go boating and fishing as well.
Primary age Level (3-6 Years Old- Primary Pine
Primary Department Head and Primary Pine Lead Teacher
Primary Department Head and Primary Pine Lead Teacher
Primary Department Head and Primary Pine Lead Teacher
Ms. Madison
Ms. Madison is from Lebanon, New Jersey but moved to Bonita Springs three years ago with her family. She has been working in the field of early childhood education for 6 years. She has worked with all ages from three months to eight years old. She also attended a summer camp for ten years where she worked with children from th
Ms. Madison
Ms. Madison is from Lebanon, New Jersey but moved to Bonita Springs three years ago with her family. She has been working in the field of early childhood education for 6 years. She has worked with all ages from three months to eight years old. She also attended a summer camp for ten years where she worked with children from the ages of six to sixteen. In her free time, she likes to spend time with family and friends, go on adventures, and hang out with her cat.
Credentials
- Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education and Administration
- American Montessori Society (AMS) Primary Credential - Summit Montessori Teaching Training Institute (expected June 2022)
- Florida Department of Children and Families - 45 hours Child Care Training
- 15 Hour Redirecting Children's Behavior Course Certificate
- Infant and Child CPR and First-aid certified
Primary Pine Lead Teacher
Primary Department Head and Primary Pine Lead Teacher
Primary Department Head and Primary Pine Lead Teacher
Ms. Ana
One of our most experienced staff members, Ms. Ana completed her Early Childhood (3-6 years) Montessori Teacher Training in 1984 and taught for several years at Alexander Montessori School in Miami, FL. She then opened her own school, Christian Montessori Children's House in Miami, FL, for 3-6 year old children which she ran for
Ms. Ana
One of our most experienced staff members, Ms. Ana completed her Early Childhood (3-6 years) Montessori Teacher Training in 1984 and taught for several years at Alexander Montessori School in Miami, FL. She then opened her own school, Christian Montessori Children's House in Miami, FL, for 3-6 year old children which she ran for 10 years. She moved to Cape Coral and soon began work as a lower elementary school lead teacher (grades 1-3) from 1996-2001 at Michigan Montessori Elementary School, the first public Montessori school in Fort Myers, FL. After Michigan Montessori Elementary School shut down, Ms. Ana worked as an elementary school teacher at James Stephens Intentional Academy, an international baccalaureate school, before joining Renaissance Montessori school in 2010 where she was an elementary lead teacher until 2015. After a short retirement, Ms. Ana rejoined the Montessori community at our school.
Credentials
- AMS Early Childhood (3-6 years old) Montessori Teacher credential, Montessori Teacher Training Institute (MTTI), Miami, FL
- AMS Lower Elementary Teacher credential, Barry University, North Miami, FL
- Master of Science Degree in Montessori Education, Barry University
- Bachelor Degree in Human Resources and Management, Trinity University, Miami, FL
- Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education, Miami-Dade Community College, Miami, FL
- Primary Teacher (PreK-grade 3) Certification, University of South Florida
- Florida Department of Children and Families- 45 hours Child Care Training
- Infant and Child CPR and First-aid certified
- 15 Hours Redirecting Children's Behavior Course certificate
Primary Age Level (3-6 Years Old)- Primary Magnolia
Primary Magnolia Lead Teacher
Primary Magnolia Assistant Teacher
Primary Magnolia Lead Teacher
Ms. Briana
Ms. Briana was raised in the Chicago area. Prior to joining our school, she volunteered at a child care center in Northfield, IL. She is an Early Childhood Education major at Rasmussen. In her free time, you'll find her either adventuring on her stand up paddle board or spending time with her pup, Ares.
Credentials
- American Mon
Ms. Briana
Ms. Briana was raised in the Chicago area. Prior to joining our school, she volunteered at a child care center in Northfield, IL. She is an Early Childhood Education major at Rasmussen. In her free time, you'll find her either adventuring on her stand up paddle board or spending time with her pup, Ares.
Credentials
- American Montessori Society (AMS) Infant/Toddler Credential (0-3 years old) - Summit Montessori Teaching Training Institute
- American Montessori Society (AMS) Primary Credential (3-6 years old) - Summit Montessori Teaching Training Institute
- Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education (In progress)
- Florida Department of Children and Families- 45 hours Child Care Training
- Infant and Child First Aid, AED, and CPR certified
- Certified Instructor of 15 Hour Redirecting Children's Behavior Course
- A.S. in Early Childhood Education- Rasmussen College
Primary Magnolia Lead Teacher
Primary Magnolia Assistant Teacher
Primary Magnolia Lead Teacher
Ms. Magda
Ms. Magda was born and raised in Poland. At the age of 15yrs she moved to Melbourne Australia with her mom. After 2yrs they moved to Chicago Illinois to be closer to family. While there she graduated high school and continued her education earning a Associates Degree in Early Childhood and Development. She has worked in education
Ms. Magda
Ms. Magda was born and raised in Poland. At the age of 15yrs she moved to Melbourne Australia with her mom. After 2yrs they moved to Chicago Illinois to be closer to family. While there she graduated high school and continued her education earning a Associates Degree in Early Childhood and Development. She has worked in education for over 20yrs. In 2022 Ms. Magda and her husband decided to move to Fort Myers to enjoy the sunshine and the FL beaches. In her free time Ms. Magda likes to walk on the beach, do yoga, read, listen to music and spending time with her family.
Credentials
- Associates Degree in Early Childhood and Development.
- Florida Department of Children and Families- 45 hours Child Care Training
- Fire Extinguisher Trained
- Infant and Child CPR and First-aid certified
- Working towards her American Montessori Society (AMS) Primary Credential (3-6 years old) - Summit Montessori Teaching Training Institute
Primary Magnolia Assistant Teacher
Primary Magnolia Assistant Teacher
Primary Magnolia Assistant Teacher
Ms. Petra
Ms. Petra moved to Fort Myers 24 years ago, before that she lived in Germany and the Czech Republic, where she was born. Her whole life she has dreamed to be a preschool teacher and has experienced many preschools throughout her journey but she knew when she walked into our school this was where she wanted to be. Ms. Petra has a
Ms. Petra
Ms. Petra moved to Fort Myers 24 years ago, before that she lived in Germany and the Czech Republic, where she was born. Her whole life she has dreamed to be a preschool teacher and has experienced many preschools throughout her journey but she knew when she walked into our school this was where she wanted to be. Ms. Petra has a 9yr old daughter Ema.
Ms. Petra is a certified yoga teacher and in a free time she loves to cook and bake cakes for special occasions. She also loves to create jewelry, refurbish furniture and she's also wrote a children's book for VPK students. Ms. Petra has two kittens named Gizmo Mitzi.
Credentials
- Florida Department of Children and Families- 45 hours Child Care Training
Primary Aftercare Assistant
Primary Aftercare Assistant
Primary Magnolia Assistant Teacher
Mr. Nate
Mr. Nate was born in Atlanta, GA and lived there for the first part of is life. He move to Fort Myers with his family in 2021. He is interest in pursuing a career in early childhood education and training to become a Montessori Primary teacher.
In his free time he enjoys working out and spending time with his family.
Credentials
- Dep
Mr. Nate
Mr. Nate was born in Atlanta, GA and lived there for the first part of is life. He move to Fort Myers with his family in 2021. He is interest in pursuing a career in early childhood education and training to become a Montessori Primary teacher.
In his free time he enjoys working out and spending time with his family.
Credentials
- Department of Children and Families- 45 hours Child Care Training.
- Fire Extinguisher Trained
- 15 Hours Redirecting Children's Behavior Course certificate
- American Heart Association – Infant & Child CPR, AED, First -Aid, and Blood Borne Pathogen training
Primary Aftercare Assistant
Primary Aftercare Assistant
Primary Aftercare Assistant
Ms. Denise
Ms. Denise was born in Gainesville, Florida. After spending many years living in Michigan, Alabama and South Carolina her family moved to Central Florida.
Ms. Denise has worked in the healthcare field, primarily with children, for over 10 years. In 2018, Ms. Denise and her husband relocated to Fort Myers. Their family was extend
Ms. Denise
Ms. Denise was born in Gainesville, Florida. After spending many years living in Michigan, Alabama and South Carolina her family moved to Central Florida.
Ms. Denise has worked in the healthcare field, primarily with children, for over 10 years. In 2018, Ms. Denise and her husband relocated to Fort Myers. Their family was extended with the birth of twin girls in April 2022. She enjoys spending time with family, the beach, traveling, arts and crafts, and listening to music in her spare time.
Credentials
- Florida Department of Children and Families- 45 hours Child Care Training.
- Fire Extinguisher Trained
- 15 Hours Redirecting Children's Behavior Course certificate
- American Heart Association – Infant & Child CPR, AED, First -Aid, and Blood Borne Pathogen training
Primary Aftercare Assistant
Primary Aftercare Assistant
Primary Aftercare Assistant
Ms. Shay
Ms. Shay was born and raised in Fort Lauderdale, FL and is currently in college to continue her teaching career. She found love in teaching while working with students with disabilities. In her free time she loves indulging in a good book or going to the beach.
Credentials
- Florida Department of Children and Famlies-45 hours Child
Ms. Shay
Ms. Shay was born and raised in Fort Lauderdale, FL and is currently in college to continue her teaching career. She found love in teaching while working with students with disabilities. In her free time she loves indulging in a good book or going to the beach.
Credentials
- Florida Department of Children and Famlies-45 hours Child Care training.
- Fire Extinguisher Trained
- 15 Hours Redirecting Children's Behavior Course certificate
Toddler Cypress
Toddler Cypress Lead Teacher
Toddler Cypress Lead Teacher
Toddler Cypress Lead Teacher
Ms. Leigha
Ms. Leigha was born and raised in Cape Coral. She attended Ave Maria University. She is currently pursuing a degree in Elementary Education at Florida Southwestern College. In her free time she enjoys playing volleyball.
Credentials
- Fire Extinguisher trained
- Florida Department of Children and Families- 45 hours Child Care Training
Ms. Leigha
Ms. Leigha was born and raised in Cape Coral. She attended Ave Maria University. She is currently pursuing a degree in Elementary Education at Florida Southwestern College. In her free time she enjoys playing volleyball.
Credentials
- Fire Extinguisher trained
- Florida Department of Children and Families- 45 hours Child Care Training
- American Heart Association – Infant & Child CPR, AED, First -Aid, and Blood Borne Pathogen training
- Working towards an American Montessori Society (AMS) Infant/Toddler Credential (0-3 years old) - Summit Montessori Teaching Training Institutes Behavior Course certificate
All Day Assistant Teacher
Toddler Cypress Lead Teacher
Toddler Cypress Lead Teacher
Ms. Pam
A life-long Montessori teacher, Ms. Pam began teaching at Florence Foster Montessori School in Chicago, IL in 1986 where she taught until 1989 when she moved to Fort Myers. Ms. Pam has taught at Montessori School of Fort Myers since 1990 as an assistant teacher and is a strong presence in the classroom. She loves working with our
Ms. Pam
A life-long Montessori teacher, Ms. Pam began teaching at Florence Foster Montessori School in Chicago, IL in 1986 where she taught until 1989 when she moved to Fort Myers. Ms. Pam has taught at Montessori School of Fort Myers since 1990 as an assistant teacher and is a strong presence in the classroom. She loves working with our children and is very skilled in keeping her classroom running in good order.
Credentials
- Florida Department of Children and Families – 45 hours Child Care Training
- 25+ years of in-service training courses in a variety of early childhood education topics
- American Heart Association – Infant & Child CPR, AED, First -Aid, and Blood Borne Pathogen training
- 15 Hour Redirecting Children’s Behavior Course certificate
Toddler Aftercare Assistant
Toddler Cypress Lead Teacher
Toddler Aftercare Assistant
Ms. Persilla
Ms. Persilla grew up in Michigan and moved to Fort Myers when she was 18 years old to go to Florida Southwestern University where she is majoring in education. In her free time she enjoys reading, crocheting and spending time with her cat Jax.
Credentials
- Fire Extinguisher trained
- Working towards her Florida Department of Childr
Ms. Persilla
Ms. Persilla grew up in Michigan and moved to Fort Myers when she was 18 years old to go to Florida Southwestern University where she is majoring in education. In her free time she enjoys reading, crocheting and spending time with her cat Jax.
Credentials
- Fire Extinguisher trained
- Working towards her Florida Department of Children and Families – Staff Credential, 45 hours Child Care Training.
- 15 Hour Redirecting Children’s Behavior Course certificate
Toddler Maple
Toddler Department Head & Toddler Maple Lead Teacher
Toddler Department Head & Toddler Maple Lead Teacher
Toddler Department Head & Toddler Maple Lead Teacher
Ms. Melanie
Ms. Melanie is originally from Michigan and relocated to Cape Coral, Florida in 2018. She has previous experience working with infants and children of all ages in Michigan starting at a young age. Ms. Melanie is the Redirecting Children's Behavior instructor for both staff and families. She enjoys spending her free time with h
Ms. Melanie
Ms. Melanie is originally from Michigan and relocated to Cape Coral, Florida in 2018. She has previous experience working with infants and children of all ages in Michigan starting at a young age. Ms. Melanie is the Redirecting Children's Behavior instructor for both staff and families. She enjoys spending her free time with her husband, three grown children, and two dogs.
Credentials
- American Montessori Society (AMS) Infant/Toddler Credential (0-3 years old) - Summit Montessori Teaching Training Institute.
- Florida Department of Children and Families- 45 hours Child Care Training
- Fire Extinguisher Trained
- Infant and Child CPR and First-aid certified
- 15 Hours Redirecting Children's Behavior Course certificate
- Redirecting Children's Behavior Certified Instructor
Toddler Maple Morning Assistant
Toddler Department Head & Toddler Maple Lead Teacher
Toddler Department Head & Toddler Maple Lead Teacher
Ms. Rebecca
Ms. Rebecca was born and raised in Union, SC. She moved to Lehigh Acres about a year ago. She is excited to work with us and pursue a long career in early childhood education. In her free time she enjoys spending time with her partner and her Great Dane, Scooby.
Credentials
- Florida Department of Children and Famlies-45 hours Chil
Ms. Rebecca
Ms. Rebecca was born and raised in Union, SC. She moved to Lehigh Acres about a year ago. She is excited to work with us and pursue a long career in early childhood education. In her free time she enjoys spending time with her partner and her Great Dane, Scooby.
Credentials
- Florida Department of Children and Famlies-45 hours Child Care training.
- Fire Extinguisher Trained
- 15 Hours Redirecting Children's Behavior Course certificate
- Infant and Child CPR and First-aid certified.
Toddler Afternoon Assistant
Toddler Afternoon Assistant
Toddler Afternoon Assistant
Ms. Flabia
Ms. Flabia was born in Cuba and came to United States at the young age of three for better opportunities. Ms. Flabia has been working with young children since high school since her mother had an in home daycare.
Seeing a need for healthy learning environments Ms. Flabia has made her goal to do everything she can to provide a sa
Ms. Flabia
Ms. Flabia was born in Cuba and came to United States at the young age of three for better opportunities. Ms. Flabia has been working with young children since high school since her mother had an in home daycare.
Seeing a need for healthy learning environments Ms. Flabia has made her goal to do everything she can to provide a safe and engaging environment for children of all ages. Her main goal is to be a license therapist so that she can help those who don’t have a good support system.
Flabia enjoys being at home with her animals as well as seeing family and friends.
Credentials
- Bachelors in applied psychology
- Working on her masters degree in clinical and mental health with an emphasis in trauma.
- Florida Department of Children and Famlies-45 hours Child Care training.
- Fire Extinguisher Trained
- 15 Hours Redirecting Children's Behavior Course certificate
- Infant and Child CPR and First-aid certified.
Toddler Afternoon Assistant
Toddler Afternoon Assistant
Toddler Afternoon Assistant
Ms. KeKe
Ms. Keke was born and raised in Fort Myers FL. Ms. Keke graduated Cypress Lake High School. She loves working with children and would to make her career in childcare. In her free time she enjoys singing, scrapbooking and shopping.
Credentials
- Working towards her Florida Department of Children and Famlies-45 hours Child Care training
Ms. KeKe
Ms. Keke was born and raised in Fort Myers FL. Ms. Keke graduated Cypress Lake High School. She loves working with children and would to make her career in childcare. In her free time she enjoys singing, scrapbooking and shopping.
Credentials
- Working towards her Florida Department of Children and Famlies-45 hours Child Care training.
- Fire Extinguisher Trained
- Infant and Child CPR and First-aid certified.
Toddler Dogwood
Toddler Dogwood Lead Teacher
Toddler Dogwood Morning Assistant
Toddler Dogwood Morning Assistant
Ms. Cira
Ms. Cira is originally from Maryland. She has completed her Associate's Degree and is currently obtaining her Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education from FSW. She has always had a love for children and genuinely enjoys working with them. In her spare time she loves going to the beach with her family and playing fetch with
Ms. Cira
Ms. Cira is originally from Maryland. She has completed her Associate's Degree and is currently obtaining her Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education from FSW. She has always had a love for children and genuinely enjoys working with them. In her spare time she loves going to the beach with her family and playing fetch with her puppies.
Credentials
- American Montessori Society (AMS) Infant/Toddler Credential (0-3 years old) - Summit Montessori Teaching Training Institute
- Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education
- Currently completing her Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education
- 15 Hour Redirecting Children's Behavior Course Certificate
- Infant and Child CPR and First-aid certified
Toddler Dogwood Morning Assistant
Toddler Dogwood Morning Assistant
Toddler Dogwood Morning Assistant
Ms. Christine
Ms. Christine grew up in Medford Massachusetts, she moved to Fort Myers in 2024. Ms. Christine has worked in childcare for over 24 years and has earned her Florida staff credential (CDA). In her free time she enjoys walks on the beach with her husband and playing with her Jack Russel Otis.
Credentials
- Department of Children and
Ms. Christine
Ms. Christine grew up in Medford Massachusetts, she moved to Fort Myers in 2024. Ms. Christine has worked in childcare for over 24 years and has earned her Florida staff credential (CDA). In her free time she enjoys walks on the beach with her husband and playing with her Jack Russel Otis.
Credentials
- Department of Children and Families- 45 hours Child Care Training.
- Florida Staff Credential (CDA)
- Fire Extinguisher Trained
- Infant and Child CPR and First-aid certified
- 15 Hour Redirecting Children’s Behavior Course certificate
Toddler Aftercare Assistant
Toddler Aftercare Assistant
Toddler Aftercare Assistant
Ms. Emma
Ms. Emma was born in Springfield Illinois but moved down to Cape Coral Florida with her family in 2006. She graduated from North Fort Myers High School. Has always wanted to peruse a career in Education and is currently working towards getting a degree in childhood education at Florida South Western. In her free time loves to read
Ms. Emma
Ms. Emma was born in Springfield Illinois but moved down to Cape Coral Florida with her family in 2006. She graduated from North Fort Myers High School. Has always wanted to peruse a career in Education and is currently working towards getting a degree in childhood education at Florida South Western. In her free time loves to read and spend time with friends and family.
Credentials
- Working towards Florida Department of Children and Families- 45 hours Child Care Training.
- Fire Extinguisher Trained
- 15 Hours Redirecting Children's Behavior Course certificate.
Toddler Aftercare Assistant
Toddler Aftercare Assistant
Toddler Aftercare Assistant
Ms. Ashleigh
Ms. Ashleigh was born and raised in Fort Myers, she is currently living with her 2 dogs and plethora of cats. She spent 3 years in her high schools early childhood development class where she learned to love teaching. Ms. Ashleigh plans on becoming a tattoo artist in the near future and being a teacher along side that work.
Ms. Ashleigh
Ms. Ashleigh was born and raised in Fort Myers, she is currently living with her 2 dogs and plethora of cats. She spent 3 years in her high schools early childhood development class where she learned to love teaching. Ms. Ashleigh plans on becoming a tattoo artist in the near future and being a teacher along side that work. In her free time she likes to go to the beach and sit on the couch watching Netflix and spending quality time with her close friends.
Credentials
- Florida Department of Children and Families – Staff Credential, 45 hours Child Care Training.
- Fire Extinguisher trained
- 15 Hour Redirecting Children’s Behavior Course certificate
Infant Willow
Infant Willow Lead Teacher
Infant Willow Aftercare Assistant
Infant Willow Lead Teacher
Ms. Joyce
Ms. Joyce was born and raised in Sao Paulo, Brazil where she studied Bio medicine. Soon after moving to Florida she found her love of teaching at a small Montessori school in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. She joined our school in 2013. Her nurturing spirit and love of young children makes her a wonderful addition to our Infant progr
Ms. Joyce
Ms. Joyce was born and raised in Sao Paulo, Brazil where she studied Bio medicine. Soon after moving to Florida she found her love of teaching at a small Montessori school in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. She joined our school in 2013. Her nurturing spirit and love of young children makes her a wonderful addition to our Infant program. In her free time Joyce enjoys spending time with her family and friends.
Credentials
- Infant/Toddler Credential (0-3 years old), Summit Montessori Teaching Training Institute. SMTTI is accredited by Montessori Accreditation Council for Teacher Education (MACTE) and affiliated with the American Montessori Society (AMS).
- Bachelors Degree in Bio medicine from Centro Universitario de Maringa in Sao Paulo, Brazil
- Florida Department of Children and Families – Staff Credential, 45 hours Child Care Training
- 15 Hours Redirecting Children's Behavior Course certificate
- American Heart Association – Infant & Child CPR, AED, First -Aid, and Blood Borne Pathogen training
Infant Willow Lead Teacher
Infant Willow Aftercare Assistant
Infant Willow Lead Teacher
Ms. Gianna
Ms. Gianna grew up right here in Fort Myers. She is currently a senior at Fort Myers High School and wants to pursue a career in teaching preschool. In her free time she likes to read and draw. She loves spending time with her dog Karma and volunteering whenever she can.
Credentials
- Florida Department of Children and Families –
Ms. Gianna
Ms. Gianna grew up right here in Fort Myers. She is currently a senior at Fort Myers High School and wants to pursue a career in teaching preschool. In her free time she likes to read and draw. She loves spending time with her dog Karma and volunteering whenever she can.
Credentials
- Florida Department of Children and Families – Staff Credential, 45 hours Child Care Training.
- Infant and Child CPR and First-aid certified
- Fire Extinguisher trained
- 15 Hours Redirecting Children's Behavior Course certificate
Infant Willow Aftercare Assistant
Infant Willow Aftercare Assistant
Infant Willow Aftercare Assistant
Ms. Cathy
Ms. Cathy grew up in Pennsylvania but moved to Florida in 1997 with her husband where she raised 3 children.
Ms. Cathy has spent over 13 years in child care and is so excited to join the Montessori School of Fort Myers family. In her free time she enjoys reading, watching movies, traveling and spending time with her family.
Creden
Ms. Cathy
Ms. Cathy grew up in Pennsylvania but moved to Florida in 1997 with her husband where she raised 3 children.
Ms. Cathy has spent over 13 years in child care and is so excited to join the Montessori School of Fort Myers family. In her free time she enjoys reading, watching movies, traveling and spending time with her family.
Credentials
- Bachelor's of Arts in Political Science, Allegheny College in Meadville, PA
- Florida Department of Children and Families – Staff Credential, 45 hours Child Care Training.
- Fire Extinguisher trained
- American Heart Association – Infant & Child CPR, AED, First -Aid, and Blood Borne Pathogen training
- 15 Hour Redirecting Children’s Behavior Course certificate
Infant Aftercare Assistant
Infant Aftercare Assistant & Substitute Assistant Teacher
Infant Willow Aftercare Assistant
Ms. Julia
Ms. Julia was born and raised in Michigan and moved to SWFL in 2017. She graduated from Oasis High School in Cape Coral. She has recently earned her Associate in Arts degree from Florida Southwestern State College, where she is currently working towards her Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education. In her spare time, she enjoy
Ms. Julia
Ms. Julia was born and raised in Michigan and moved to SWFL in 2017. She graduated from Oasis High School in Cape Coral. She has recently earned her Associate in Arts degree from Florida Southwestern State College, where she is currently working towards her Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education. In her spare time, she enjoys traveling, playing video games, reading, going to the gym and taking care of the family yorkie, India.
Credentials
- Associates of Arts from Florida State University.
- Fire Extinguisher trained
- Working towards her Florida Department of Children and Families- 45 hours Child Care Training
- 15 Hour Redirecting Children’s Behavior Course certificate
Infant Aftercare Assistant & Substitute Assistant Teacher
Infant Aftercare Assistant & Substitute Assistant Teacher
Infant Aftercare Assistant & Substitute Assistant Teacher
Ms. Madelyn
Ms. Madelyn grew up in a small town named Medina Ohio, she lived there until she was 10 when her family made the move to Cape Coral Florida. She is currently in college at FSW to become a teacher, her goal is to become a second grade teacher and help change students lives. Ms. Madelyn's goal is to be done with school hopefully
Ms. Madelyn
Ms. Madelyn grew up in a small town named Medina Ohio, she lived there until she was 10 when her family made the move to Cape Coral Florida. She is currently in college at FSW to become a teacher, her goal is to become a second grade teacher and help change students lives. Ms. Madelyn's goal is to be done with school hopefully by next year. In her free time she enjoys going to the beach, paddle boarding, baking, and hanging out with friends.
Credentials
- Working towards her Florida Department of Children and Families- 45 hours Child Care Training
- 15 Hour Redirecting Children’s Behavior Course certificate
- Fire Extinguisher trained