Renaissance School
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The Montessori Method

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Kathy Leitch
Head of School

"The children continue to inspire me to see the worldthrough their eyes...a world filled with hope, possibility, and potential!"

Professional Background
  • Founder and Head of School 15 Years
  • Bachelor's Degree in Exceptional Student Education
  • American Montessori Certification: 0-6
  • Director's Credentials from the State of Florida
  • 45 Hours Department of Children and Families Training
  • 28 years Experience in Education
  • Montessori Teacher Trainer and Workshop Leader
  • Parenting Instructor
  • Stress Management Facilitator
  • CPR and First Aid Certified

    Professional Associations
  • American Montessori Society
  • International Montessori Council
  • North American Montessori Teachers Association




    Michelle Zamniak
    Director of Admissions

    Professional Background
  • AA from Edison College, Fort Myers, FL
  • American Montessori Society Infant Toddler Training
  • 10 years Montessori experience
  • 45 Hours Department of Children and Families Training
  • Indiana University Center of Philanthropy, Fundraising 101 and Developing Major Gifts
  • Certified Redirecting Children's Behavior Instructor
  • YMCA Program Director, School Age Child Care and Summer Day Camp
  • CPR and First Aid Certified




    Carmi Johnson

    Lead Teacher, Elementary Environment

    "I love children's spontaneity and freedom, and their ability to see the silver lining and the good side of things."

    Professional Background
  • Bachelor of Science in Spanish and Business Administration
  • 8 Years Experience Teaching Spanish at the University Level
  • American Montessori Society Certification: 6-12 (in process)
  • 1 year Montessori experience
  • 21 Hours Montessori Key Concepts Training
  • Redirecting Children's Behavior Certified
  • CPR and First Aid Certified




    Sarah Kinnunen

    Co-Teacher, Primary Environment

    "I enjoy working with children on a daily basis, speaking with them, getting to know them and their interests, and applying that information in meaningful work for them."

    Professional Background
  • Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education
  • American Montessori Society Certification: 3-6
  • 6 Years Teaching Experience
  • Recipient of the Terri Lynne Lokoff/Children's TYLENOL National Child Care Teacher Award
  • Redirecting Children's Behavior Certified
  • 45 Hours Department of Children and Families Training
  • CPR and First Aid Certified

    Professional Associations
  • American Montessori Society

    Sarah Kinnunen - National Childcare Teacher Award.pdf





    Norma Anthony

    Co-Teacher, Primary Environment

    "I love working with children to help them appreciate life, health and family values. I am part of their growth and foundation for the rest of their life. I want to see them progress and have diverse experiences as children in their classroom."

    Professional Background
  • North American Montessori Teacher Center Certification: 3-6
  • American Montessori Society Certification: 3-6
  • 5 years Montessori Experience
  • 6 hours Orff music training
  • Redirecting Children's Behavior Certified
  • 45 Hours Department of Children and Families Training
  • CPR and First Aid Certified




    Katharine Oliver

    Lead Teacher, Toddler Environment

    "Working with children inspires me as I watch their innocence, wonder, spirit, and curiosity drive their development."

    Professional Background
  • Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
  • Bachelor of Arts in Sociology
  • Masters of Art in Teaching (in process)
  • American Montessori Society Certificaton: 3-6 (in process)
  • 45 hours Department ofChildren & Family Training
  • Redirecting Children's Behavior Certified
  • CPR & First Aid Certified



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