ROHINI DAVID - SITE DIRECTOR & ADMINISTRATOR

Los Angles needed getting used to when I first arrived here in 1999 despite having lived and worked in places as diverse as Hong Kong and Zimbabwe for many years.

With a degree in Business from the Hong Kong Polytechnic University, majoring in Human Resources and a wealth of management and corporate experience, I found myself in the entirely different field of early childhood education. Different people; different pace; different needs and wants. Luckily, UCLA allowed me the opportunity to change career and qualify in early childhood education from which I have gained much. I have been successful in getting the school associated with two prestigious Montessori organizations i.e. Montessori Institute of America and International Montessori Society and also I am a member of PACE (Professional Association for Childhood Education)

I continue to attend classes and workshops to stay abreast of changes and new ideas. However, by far the best education, the best knowledge and insight, has come from the day to day lessons I have learnt from our wonderful young children and their families. No two days are ever alike at the center and each day is a new experience and a challenge. Challenges I increasingly enjoy.

I have been a Director of the Flintridge Montessori School since its inception in 2000. I obtained my Montessori Diploma in Sri Lanka and followed it up with a Diploma in Pre-School Education from the Open University of Sri Lanka. In addition, I have obtained 25 units of Early Childhood Education from Pasadena City College.
 
Having worked as a Kindergarten teacher, a Pre- School teacher and more recently a Montessori teacher, I have a wealth of experience in the different methods of teaching young children. I take pride in providing a loving and nurturing environment; turning everyday events into fun learning experiences. I have enjoyed implementing a successful reading program during the last few years. Feedback from past students currently attending Public Schools indicate that they have benefited from my program and are reading well above their grade level.

MARIA HYZEL TAMPUS

Ms. Hyzel is a Head Teacher in the Pre-K Program (Rm 2). Her educational approach is to assist the child in developing their inner potential and a lifelong love for learning through their positive experiences in the Montessori environment. She holds an American Montessori Society (AMS) Credential in Early Childhood Education and a B.S. in Accountancy. She is currently working on completing her Masters in Early Childhood and advanced studies in Supervision and Childcare Administration.

SHIRANI BERNADETTE SILVA

Ms. Berni is a Co-teacher in the Pre-K Program (Rm 2). Her approach to education includes displaying infinite patience, love, and understanding while showing a deep respect for young children. She also believes in the tactile approach and demonstrating a high degree of tolerance. She has an Early Childhood Montessori Diploma from Victory Montessori Training Institute, a Bachelor’s degree in Science from India, and a Diploma in Pianoforte Music from London.

JOYCE YOUNG

Ms. Joyce is a Co-teacher in the Pre-K Program (Rm 2). In addition to her enthusiasm towards the learning process, her educational approach also includes modeling appropriate behaviors for children to emulate. She holds an Association Montessori International (AMI) Credential in Early Childhood Education and graduated from Shin Chan College in Taiwan as a Preschool Teacher. She continues to seek professional development in the field.

JETZY ROSILES

Ms. Jetzy is the Head Teacher in the Toddler Program (Rm 3). Additionally, she is the Spanish teacher in both our Pre-K and Kindergarten Classes. She believes in paying close attention to each Child’s individual needs and caring for them in a loving environment. In her 12 years of teaching, she has dedicated 10 years to FMS. In addition to her Early Childhood Education studies at L.A. Mission College and UCLA Extension, she also holds a B.A. in Physical Education.

HILDA ZAGARIAN

Ms. Hilda is an Assistant Teacher in the Pre-K Program (Rm 3). Using a positive approach to teaching young children, she believes in modeling the behaviors that parents would like to see increased in their children. Together with behavioral modeling, she strives to create a comfortable, safe environment that aids in the nourishment of their socio-cultural skills; and emotional, cognitive, and physical development.

LILIANA RODRIGUEZ

Ms. Lily is a Co-teacher in the Pre-K Program (Rm 1). She also teaches the Spanish class for this group. Her educational approach is encouraging the children to feel unique and special by understanding their individual needs. She has an Early Childhood Montessori Certificate from Victory Montessori Training Institute.

YASMIN BHADHA

Ms. Yasmin is the Head Teacher in our Kindergarten Class. Our Kindergarten Program has greatly benefited from over 30 years of her teaching experience. Her educational approach includes a total commitment to the full development of a child as well as helping the child’s personality to unfold. She holds an American Montessori Society (AMS) Primary Teacher Credential, an AMS Elementary Credential, and two Bachelor’s of Science Degrees in Education, Chemistry and Physics from Bombay University, India

Ms. Mago is an Assistant Teacher in the Kindergarten.. She considers mutual respect between the child and teacher to be the most important factor in the process of teaching and guiding young children to cope in the world around them. She has an Early Childhood Montessori Diploma from Victory Montessori Training Institute.

Ms. Lisette is an Assistant Teacher in Kindergarten. She thrives from her passion for working with young children and believes her diligence and dedication to be her best qualities as a teacher. She is currently working on completing her Child Development Studies at Pasadena City College