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Mojdeh

Mojdeh is a passionate teacher who loves children. She has over 15 years of teaching experience both at the preschool and elementary levels. She is a BC certified teacher, with a Master of Arts in Education from Simon Fraser University. She is also a certified Montessori teacher as well a certified ECE assistant. Having taught for many years at the elementary level, Mojdeh appreciates the value of a strong foundation for learning and recognizes that much of that foundation is laid long before children enter Kindergarten. Hence, the preschool years are of special interest and importance to her.

Shannon

Shannon is a caring and patient guide to children, with an extensive background with the Montessori philosophy. She attended a Montessori school, herself, from Primary all the way through to grade 7. She received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, with a particular interest in early child development, from the University of Victoria. She also received her AMI Primary teacher training from the Montessori Training Centre of British Columbia, in Vancouver, where she also obtained her Early Childhood Educator licence. Shannon spent her first year teaching at Selkirk Montessori School, aiding two children with special needs, as well as co-teaching a classroom of 20 children aged 3 to 6. She has a love for watching children learn and discover themselves, and believes that the Montessori environment is a beautiful cocoon for this metamorphosis to occur.

Christine

Christine was born in Victoria but spent her formative years (ages 2-7) living in Germany where her family embraced the local culture and where her love of nature was sparked. After a 23-year career in the financial sector, Christine decided to follow her passion for early childhood education. In 2013 she started with the Sooke Family Resource Society assisting with childcare support, and parent/tot classes. Christine also has volunteered for school district # 62 and BC Agriculture and Farming, educating students about local farm produce. Recently she co-facilitated parent and tot programs (Mother Goose) in the Western communities, providing support to parents and teaching them about the importance of song and story telling to young children. While her younger daughter attended Bloom Montessori, she was introduced to the Montessori method. She started working casually at Bloom in early 2015 and was so inspired by the experience, she decided to enrol in and successfully complete the Montessori Certificate and Diploma program delivered at West-Mont Montessori School in Metchosin. She has also recently completed her ECE certification. Christine delights in supporting children on their road to independence.

Gisella

Gisella was born and raised in the Tuscany region of Italy. She’s travelled extensively since she was small and speaks English, Italian and Spanish. After completion of the Office Administration program at Camosun College she pursued an interest in children that she had since she was young. She completed the IAPM Primary teacher training for children ages 2 ½ to 6 years from the Angela Martin Montessori Training Centre at Maria Montessori Academy followed by the ECE program with the Pacific Rim Institute. Her experience has been working in daycares, childcare centers and preschools. She worked at Selkirk Montessori School for several years. She is dedicated to providing the best positive influence through childcare and Montessori preschool to children. She loves animals, travelling, music, sports, and the outdoors.

Karina

Karina was born and raised in Mexico; she immigrated to Victoria in 2010. She has always been interested in working with children, in high school she began to volunteer in the school where her mother worked as a dedicated and passionate kindergarten teacher for over 30 years. Karina obtained her bachelors degree in Computer Systems Engineering. After working for many years in the technology field and after having her son, she felt inspired and motivated to pursue her passion of working with small children. She has her ECE certification, first aid/CPR, and recently completed the Montessori Certificate and Diploma program delivered at West-Mont Montessori School in Metchosin. She is passionate about working with children from diverse cultures and takes great pleasure in observing and discovering all that they are capable of achieving.

Jade

Jade has a passion for teaching and loves seeing smiles on the children’s faces. Before graduation, she worked as a children’s summer camp volunteer. She is a certified Early Childhood Educator Assistant in BC. She graduated from Thompson Rivers University in 2020 with a master in Education. She is a life learner, and she is currently working towards her Early Childhood Education program and Montessori training. In her free time, she enjoys crabbing, fishing, gardening, and spending time with her family.

Kate

Born and raised in Slovakia, Kate then went on to live & study in England for 10 years and also here in Canada, over the following decade. With a myriad of Work Experience & Qualifications, Kate is extremely excited to be part of Bloom Montessori: she holds NVQ 1, NVQ 2 and Undergraduate Study in ‘Early Years’ from Bournemouth University; and also, the ECEA from Camosun (as a lower recertification after maternity). She has also worked at Westmont. Most capable with Children, Kate brings solid and reliable expertise to Bloom, and also her inimitable desire to work well with others – and make a good impression upon Children and Parents. She is here to help, and will do everything in her power to make your experience at Bloom — excellent, engaging and productive!

Jatinder

Jatinder was born and brought up in India. She is a passionate teacher from a family of teachers, both her parents are retired teachers. Jatinder obtained a Masters Degree in Computer Science and worked as an Assistant Professor for 10 years before moving to Canada in 2016 along with her husband and daughter. She started working as an early childhood educator and found it to be a rewarding and fun experience and decided to pursue a career in the field. She particularly loves learning and being in a learning environment. Jatinder believes this is the perfect way to serve her community and help shape the next generation. She holds an ECEA certificate and is currently pursuing her ECE from Pacific Rim College.

Denyse

Denyse grew up in Victoria and from a young age knew that she wanted to work with children. She is inspired by and greatly respects the process of growth and development of each child with whom she gently supports and guides. Denyse completed her ECE certification at Camosun College and her Bachelor of Arts with an emphasis in Child and Youth Care from the University of Victoria. Her desire to learn how to support the holistic growth and development of children led her to study and obtain her Master of Arts with a focus in curriculum development at UVic. Denyse has almost 10 years of experience guiding children in a learning through play, emergent, and nature based preschool environment and she believes deeply in the importance of Montessori education’s respect for and inclusion of nature and outdoor experience in the daily lives of children. Denyse received her Montessori Teaching Diploma for children ages two years eight months to six years in June 2016. She has worked as a volunteer with children living in orphanages in Romania and China, as a volunteer camp nurse at children’s summer camps.

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Karla

Karla grew up in Langley, where she went to a fine arts school from grade one until graduation. She then attended UBC and graduated with a degree in Family Studies. After graduating, Karla moved to Taiwan to teach. After nearly twelve years of teaching overseas, she and her family moved back to Victoria. Karla has her ECE certification and has completed her Montessori teacher training through the Montessori Partnership UK. Karla enjoys watching children grow and reach their potential within the Montessori environment.

Emma

Emma attended a Montessori school in Victoria from preschool through grade 7 and has always felt a special connection with the Montessori method. She recently completed her Early Childhood Educator certificate and previously worked as a childcare provider both out of her home, and in an infant & toddler centre. Emma now lives in Sooke with her husband, son and daughter and two dogs. She enjoys cooking, dancing, yoga, and spending time in nature.

Manal

Manal was born and grew up in Israel. Living in Canada was forever her dream. In the summer of 2011, her dream became a reality and she moved to Victoria with her husband and 18 month old daughter. In Israel, Manal obtained a B.Ed in Education along with a teaching degree in special education for elementary aged students. She taught at a children’s hospital where she gained experience working with students in various age groups. In 2012, she started her journey in early childhood education at a local Montessori school. Both of her children (now elementary aged) went to Montessori since they were 36 months and it established the foundation for their future and educational journey. Manal recently obtained her ECE certificate. She believes, the most important task of an educator is to provide a safe and warm environment for the child. She believes children learn and develop the best when they form a secure and safe relationship with their care provider.

Alannah

Alannah moved to Vancouver Island with her family in 2001and has lived in Victoria ever since. After high school she attended Camosun College where she studied Early Childhood Education following her interest in caring for and educating young children. Alannah developed a passion for the Montessori method when her son enrolled at Bloom Montessori. After watching him thrive in the environment, she was inspired her to pursue a career in Montessori education. She is now finishing her Montessori Diploma in Early Years Education. Alannah is a passionate teacher who loves caring for and supporting children as they grow and learn. When Alannah isn’t working, she loves to spend time exploring the island with her husband and two young children, doing yoga, and hiking with her dog Stella.

Stephany

Stephany was born in Cali, Colombia and raised in Queens, New York. Growing up as the oldest of 5 siblings, caring for and nurturing children always came very naturally to her. She now has two children, ages 8 and 5, and being a mother has inspired that instinct even more. Stephany loves to read and to inspire a love for reading in her children. She also enjoys spending time at the beach, cooking/baking, learning more about her roots, and absorbing all sorts of art forms (always with two little ones by her side). Stephany holds an ECEA certification and she has recently enrolled in the Montessori Teacher Training Program.

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Other Staff Members

Amanda

Amanda moved to Victoria in 2008 where she completed her Associate of Arts Degree, majoring in Criminal Justice. She then met her husband and started their beautiful family. All three of her children attended Bloom, during which time she created long lasting friendships and a passion for the Bloom Montessori community. Both her and her husband agree it was the best parenting decision they have made to date. She currently is handling email correspondence for the school, and looks forward to connecting with new families who come through the doors.

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Catharine

Catharine Kemp-Roth has made it her mission to bring a joyful experience of music to all ages. She has a background in piano performance from a variety of internationally acclaimed teachers including those at the University of Calgary, and the Victoria Conservatory of Music. Further studies have included voice and music education. She operates the Colwood Music School where she teaches both group and private piano to students including Music for Young Children program, recreational piano, special needs piano and Royal Conservatory. Catharine strives to meet each student where they are at, and bring out the best in each child. For more information, contact:

colwoodmusicschool.com
250-995-3120
dancroth@shaw.ca</a

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