The Little House (Montessori)
I have been at teaching in a Montessori setting for the past 30 years. Montessori has taken me from London, to the US and then back to Singapore.
I embarked on Montessori training for a year and completed in 1990. I went on to complete a degree in general psychology after which I felt I still wanted to work with children. Wonderfully I am learning new things every single day.
I started as a secretary in the 1980s and moved on to be a Human Resources Manager in a foreign bank in the last 10 years. After the birth of my daughter, I decided to be trained as an early childhood teacher so as to be able to spend more quality time with her. I completed my teaching practice at The Little House Montessori. The convivial environment has given me the motivation to stay and grow as a Montessori early childhood teacher. Of course, the children are the greatest motivation as they present me daily with challenges and learning experiences.
After pursuing a double degree in Psychology and Business Administration, I took on this opportunity to work in a Montessori setting. Working in The Little House (Montessori) has enabled me to gain new perspectives on providing quality education to each and every single child. Working with the children allows me to constantly give the best of myself to them and at the same time, enable them to realize their potential.
After earning my Bachelor Degree in Psychology, I was very keen on teaching young children. I taught in a preschool in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia for nearly 2 years. After which I decided to explore more about the Montessori method of teaching and joined TLH. I am fascinated with this method of teaching that focuses on self-directed activities and hands-on learning. The children can learn through their own experiences at their own pace which is very different from the regular education that is teacher centered.
Curious about children, I took on a diploma in Early Childhood and worked as a program planner for young children in a farm setting for 2 years. Committed to continuous growth, I pursued further studies in early childhood, focusing on the Australia curriculum. Throughout this journey, I developed a diverse skill set, executing strategies to tailor learning for each child, unlocking their fullest potential. Working here at TLH has allowed me to explore new teaching strategies and to find out which strategies are most effective. I am always intrigued by the unique curriculum and homely environment here at TLH.
I had completed my diploma in Infocomm & Security. However, having two younger sisters, I realised that my heart was drawn towards working with young children. This passion led me to embark on my journey in TLH. Working in this unique Montessori setting has given me new insight on educating and nurturing young children. I am constantly learning new things daily and as I strive to provide my best to each child, also continue to grow alongside the children.
I completed my diploma in early childhood education in China over four years. I have a passion for teaching so I decided to become an educator. I believe that children can grow happily and healthily through learning and being independent under the Montessori curriculum and it also helps them create unforgettable memories. Working with the children everyday also allows me to be a better person.
