Lead Teacher, Ages 3-6
My name is Preeti Kulkarni. Although this is my first year at Mission Montessori, I have been involved with Montessori education for more than 6 years now. Me and my husband have two children and the youngest one is at Mission too. I am AMI Certified for ages 3-6 and I hold a Master’s degree in Computer Applications.
I was first introduced to a Montessori school and its concepts when my older daughter studied at a Montessori school (3 to 6 years). It was during these 3 years where I truly understood and valued the Montessori concepts. One of the most interesting factors I learnt was the child’s ability to learn from peers and how freedom of the children to interact with one another enhances social skills. It was remarkable to experience my child become more independent, responsible and respectful. Additionally, it was wonderful to see my child engage in intense levels of concentration in whatever work she chose and realizing how significant it is in imbibing this quality. Having been a Professor for more than 5 years at a leading graduate school in India, the educator in me found a new goal.
All a child needs is a prepared environment, a prepared adult, and freedom with responsibility.Overtime, I became a skilled observer, realizing my child’s interests, learning style, and temperament. I was able to recognize developmental needs, and was receptive to her “sensitive periods,” when she is most ready to learn a new concept or skill. I attempted to be a creative facilitator, encouraging her at the right moments and trying my best to stay away from a system of rewards and punishment. Character building was another concept I aimed at instilling in my daughter. By her own behavior and attitudes, I would model values such as empathy, compassion, and acceptance of individual differences. I would focus on her being courteous and kind. Experiencing the stark difference in a child’s growth, I was convinced about my commitment to a child’s early age development.
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