St. Nicholas Montessori School - Staff
Montessori Teacher
The Montessori teacher's education is based on individual growth and development. Observation is a key skill. Through careful observation, the Montessori teacher follows the individual interests and needs of each child, providing lessons and guidance when necessary. This is important for the teacher and pupil so that materials and activities can be used to meet each child's developmental needs as part of his/her learning plan. The Montessori teacher's role in the classroom is to maintain an inspiring learning environment to encourage the child to work in a self-motivated manner.
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Kate Gray BA in Humanities in Montessori Education (6-9 teacher)
Kate graduated from St. Nicholas Montessori College with a BA in Humanities in Montessori Education in 2002. She began her teaching career in Gateway Montessori School, Ballsbridge. Kate initially worked with the 3-4 year old children and then on to establish and run a 5-7 year old class. Kate joined the staff of St. Nicholas Montessori School in September 2008. Kate is currently the Chairperson of St. Nicholas Montessori Teachers’ Association.
Ms Mary Farrelly BA (Hons) in Montessori Education (3-6 teacher)
Mary began her Montessori career in the A.M.I. training college in Dublin in 1990. After completing a two year course she graduated with an International A.M.I. Diploma for teaching 3-6 year old children. Mary then went on to run her own Montessori pre-school for sixteen years. In 2006 she returned to part-time education which led to a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Montessori Education from St. Nicholas Montessori College Ireland. For the last three years she has had the pleasure of teaching in St. Nicholas Montessori School in a 3-6 class. Mary is Vice- Chairperson of St. Nicholas Montessori Teachers’ Association.
Laura Dempsey BA (Hons) in Montessori Education (3-6 teacher)
Laura graduated from St. Nicholas Montessori College in 2008 with a BA (Hons) in Montessori Education. She joined the St. Nicholas staff in 2008. She is currently working as a Montessori Teacher with children from two to six years. With experience in both pre-school and primary school settings, she has worked with many children at various stages of development. She is currently completing her Master of Education in University College Dublin.