Meet Our Team
A child's preschool teacher can make a lasting impact on that child's future. All faculty at MLK Montessori School are highly trained and experienced with childhood education. Each classroom has a teacher who is Montessori trained or getting trained at the preschool age level. All faculty participate regularly in professional development.
Teachers
I am Mr. Eric, the co-teacher in room 102 - toddler classroom. I have experience working with children in a variety of settings. Outside of the classroom, I have proudly served in the Indiana Army National Guard since 2018 and enjoy coaching youth sports over the past 11 years.
I am Miss Teresa, the co-teacher in room 102 - toddler classroom. I received my bachelors of arts degree in English from Talladega College. I have been teaching children between the ages of 1-6 years old since September of 2020 and have been with MLK since August of 2021. In my free time, I run a dance company and small business. When I am not working, I am a loving mother of three boys.
I am Miss Amanda, the co-teacher in room 101 - preschool classroom. I have been teaching preschool since 2022. I absolutely love reading and believe that every day is a new adventure to help, grow, and learn alongside my students!
I am Miss Erika, the co-teacher in room 101 - preschool classroom.
I am Miss Arnaya, the co-teacher in room 104 - preschool classroom.
I am Ms. Mary, the co-teacher in room 104 - preschool classroom. I earned my degree in Early Childhood Education and have been working in my field for almost 20 years. I enjoy spending time with my grandchildren, traveling and solving puzzle games.
I am Miss Robin, the co-teacher in room 105 - kindergarten classroom. I have taught for thirty years. Twenty of those years were here at MLK Montessori School. In the summer of 2007, I completed my Montessori training and have enjoyed sharing my knowledge with preschool and Kindergarten classes ever since. I also have a Bachelor of Science degree in elementary education and a teaching license. I love ballroom dancing, volunteering at the animal shelter, fostering kittens and their moms, and reading. I enjoy sharing my experiences with the children in my classroom.
I am Miss Ariana, the co-teacher in room 105 - kindergarten classroom. I have experience in teaching kids ages 3-5 since 2024. I do not have any kids but have tons of experience with little ones in the family. In my free time I like to spend time with family and friends. I also love going out and exploring new places.
Administration
Kia Gates-Smith, Head of School
Myrna Cruz, Assistant Head of School
Robin Clemons, Head Teacher Support
Mr. Banks, Director of Transportation and Maintenance.
Frederick Treadwell, Chef