Faculty & Staff Directory

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Carly's passion for teaching began while working professionally in Theatre and Film, doing Education Outreach for Non-Profit Theatre companies around the Philadelphia area. With her background in the arts and experience as a pre-school teacher, Carly comes to Gladwyne Montessori with a belief in the importance of nourishing curious, independent, and creative minds in a positive and stimulating environment. In her free time, Carly loves music and enjoys playing the guitar and practicing new instruments. She likes staying active by hiking and taking classes at her local spin studio. She also enjoys working on DIY projects around the house, traveling, and spending time with her friends, family, and husband.

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Grace has just recently graduated from college with an Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education, and has always had an interest in Montessori education. She is currently working towards her Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education from Arcadia University.

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In the 1990s, Jimmy was asked by a parent he was working for at the time to help out at the school for a few days. Because of the inviting environment, the friendly parents, and smiling children, those few days never ended. Jimmy used to play soccer, but was no good. Now, he golfs - and still is no good.

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With two degrees in theatre under his belt, it seems only natural that Chris was first introduced to Gladwyne Montessori as the Theatre teacher! He would come to the school regularly to teach the Upper Elementary students theatre games and direct educational musicals. Chris was so enchanted by Gladwyne Montessori, he asked if there were any other ways he could get involved, and thus, his role as a floating sub was born! In his spare time, Chris loves to create and appreciate art in many forms; when he's not reading Harry Potter or watching the newest Oscar-bait film, he writes plays and books, directs high school shows, and acts!

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After assisting with Gladwyne Montessori’s Young Explorers Camp during college, Kristen fell in love with the Montessori philosophy and decided to pursue education as a career. At Bucknell University, she studied Elementary Education, Early Childhood Education, and Spanish, having then attained her Pennsylvania Teaching Certificate and gaining experience working in both the primary and elementary departments at Gladwyne Montessori. In her free time, she enjoys playing volleyball, practicing yoga, and relaxing at the beach.

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Lyn is a proud Shipley alumna who earned her B.F.A. at Moore College of Art & Design in Philadelphia. She went on to work as an art buyer at a full-service advertising agency in New York City before shifting her focus to teaching. She taught art at St. Bernard’s School in New York before relocating to Villanova, PA with her family.

Lyn specializes in pottery, illustration, and photography.

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Lily has over 25 years of experience working in education. She has taught students of all ages: from primary age through adults in the greater Philadelphia area, San Francisco, and internationally. She loves sharing her love of language and movement with all ages! In her spare time, Lily enjoys spending time hiking and walking in nature, dancing, doing yoga, and singing.

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Alex realized her passion for education while in college, where she was tutoring early literacy learners. She was drawn to Gladwyne Montessori because she believes the Montessori model uniquely nurtures each students' curiosity and encourages joy in learning. In her spare time, Alex enjoys gardening, cooking, playing the violin, and word games.