Hello, my name is Angela!
Lead Teacher and School Director
I love teaching children to become kind, respectful and independent learners.
I have been a teacher for most of my life, and am grateful to be able to do what I am passionate about each day. It is a dream to be able to teach children using the Montessori method in our new space. The small class sizes and homey feel of our school makes each day a joy. My favorite part of the Montessori pedagogy is the Peace curriculum, which aims to teach students the skills needed to be a good member of a thriving community.
I have an Early Childhood teaching certificate from UCLA, a Kindermusik certification, and Montessori teaching certification. I have worked as music teacher in the past as well, so music is an important part of our school's daily routine.
Northside Park Montessori Mission Statement:
"Our mission is to focus on the Montessori philosophy and teaching method to enrich each child's natural curiosity, learning experience, respect for all, and integrity, while learning to become ambassadors of peace. Early childhood music classes will be part of the daily schedule - we work on rhythm, movement and song everyday!"
Montessori at a glance
Montessori classrooms are collaborative and social workplaces, where children are engaged. They are learning to take ownership of their own education. They thrive in harmonious communities where each child understands the responsibility of being an individual learner while supporting the learning of others.
Practical life
Independence, social skills and care for the environment
Cultural
Science, geography, zoology, history, and cosmic education
Language
Phonics, grammar, writing, reading and early literacy skills
Math
Numbers, decimal system, counting, addition, subtraction, multiplication and division
Sensorial
Colors, shapes, textures, weights, dimension, and use of 5 senses
Music & Art
Creativity, expression, collaboration, movement, and musical literacy
Gallery
Our school is located in a house in the Northside neighborhood of downtown Iowa City. This neighborhood is known for historical buildings, a vibrant and diverse community, and a family-friendly atmosphere.
Music literacy materials from our music room
Room for musical instruments
One of our classrooms
Traditional Montessori math and writing materials
Space for gathering for group lessons
The peace corner for tranquility and reading
Our main classroom
Geography shelf
Science shelf with human body lesson
Montessori "practical life" materials
Art lesson for Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Snowy day art lesson for indoor winter days
Child-led counting lesson for winter
Front of school
Testimonials
Contact
Location:
416 Fairchild St
Iowa City, IA 52245
Email:
northsideparkmontessori@gmail.com
Call:
(319) 631-5543