AMAN PUREWAL
Born and raised in Northern California, Aman has a BA from California State University, Sacramento and a Master’s in Education from the University of California, Davis. Aman received her AMI Diploma from the Montessori Institute of San Diego. Her hobbies include traveling, skiing and going to the lake.
SANJ PUREWAL
Sanj is originally from California and has a BA from California State University, Sacramento. Sanj received his AMI training from the Montessori Training Center of New England. He enjoys exploring the great outdoors, cooking, and going on road trips.
DANIELLE
Danielle, our Assistant Director, studied English literature and creative writing, as well as child psychology, at California State University, Sacramento. She completed her Lead Teacher training from the Montessori Institute of San Diego. Danielle integrates her creative background into the classroom to offer a well-rounded experience for her students. “My goal is to lay the foundations for kind, curious, and empathetic individuals who will one day make their own unique imprints in their world. As our school expands, I’m excited to grow and learn with every student.”
Dama
Dama was born in Bogotá, Colombia, and holds a bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education with a specialization in Educational Management. She completed her AMI Primary teacher training at Montessori Northwest. From a young age, Dama knew she wanted to work with children, and this passion shines through in her interactions with her students. In her spare time, she enjoys reading and spending quality time with her family.
DORA
Dora is a warm, attentive educator with a strong background in early childhood education and a special focus on infant care. She brings a calm, nurturing presence to the classroom and believes that every interaction is an opportunity to support a child’s growth, security, and curiosity. Dora approaches her work with optimism and patience, viewing challenges as valuable feedback and learning moments for both children and adults. Dora has worked with children from infancy through early elementary ages in a variety of school settings. Her experience also includes early childhood and elementary teaching roles internationally, giving her a well-rounded and culturally responsive approach to child development. She is fluent in both English and Spanish.
Kelsey
Kelsey grew up in the greater Sacramento area and earned her bachelor's degree in Asian Studies from California State University, Sacramento. After graduation, she spent two years living in Japan, where she worked as an English teacher and discovered her passion for education. She has since completed her AMI Primary (3–6) Teacher Training through Montessori Northwest in Portland.Kelsey is passionate about creating a warm, respectful classroom where children develop confidence, independence, and a lifelong love of learning. She places a strong emphasis on social-emotional development and enjoys fostering creativity through art and meaningful Montessori experiences. Outside of the classroom, Kelsey enjoys exploring the arts, spending time outdoors, and taking on creative projects.
Bella
Bella grew up in Lincoln and has several years of experience caring for children ranging from toddlers through elementary age. Her passion for working with young children led her to pursue Montessori education, and she is currently completing her AMI Assistants to Infancy (0–3) Teacher Training through Montessori Northwest in Portland.
Bella brings a calm, patient, and nurturing presence to the classroom and has a natural ability to connect with young children. She is passionate about creating a respectful environment where children feel safe, confident, and supported as they develop independence and discover their abilities.
Outside of the classroom, Bella enjoys gardening, reading, and spending time with her friends and family.
Madison
Madison is currently pursuing her AMI Assistants to Infancy (0–3) Teacher Training through Montessori Northwest in Portland and has developed a strong passion for the Montessori approach.
Madison brings a warm, respectful, and thoughtful presence to the classroom. She believes in seeing and nurturing the unique qualities in every child while supporting their independence, confidence, and development. She values strong partnerships with families and works closely with parents to create consistency between home and school and help each child thrive.
Outside of the classroom, Madison enjoys dancing, traveling, and reading.