Kathy Christensen

Position

Lower Elementary I (Kindergarten) Teacher

Education

A.A. Child Psychology
B.S. Foods and Nutrition
Montessori Diploma Primary Certificate, NCME

Statement

My interest in Montessori began with a family connection to Maria Montessori, followed by ten years of volunteering, assisting and then substituting at my children’s school. Observing the amazing transformation that these children went through (the kind of students and citizens they became) inspired me to take the formal Montessori training and internship in 1990/91. I have since thoroughly enjoyed my career as a directress of Montessori kindergarten students. In 1993, when our last son was born, I stayed home and tutored children in reading and math using Montessori materials and methods until joining the staff at Granite Bay Montessori in 1996.

Interests

I love to read. I have a book by my bed, a book on tape in the car and a magazine in my purse. Another passion of mine is yoga which I find relaxing and invigorating. Knitting is a new interest, which surprised even me.

Personal Information

I am married with four sons, all of whom benefited from a Montessori education.