JULIE MAHATO
Founder
Ms. Julie Mahato holds an AMI Diploma in Montessori Primary education from MTRT Hyderabad. She has done MBA (HR) and has worked as an HR in various companies for 4 years. She comes from a family which places Montessori education at a very high pedestrian. So, she took the plunge of going through the rigorous training of an AMI diploma with her 3-year-old child. She shifted from Ghaziabad to Hyderabad for a year with her small child. It is during the course that she developed her skills of scientifically observing children and revering them as the change makers of tomorrow. In hindsight, the struggles of shifting her base and balancing the course with a child feels like a speck of sand in front of the transformation that she underwent during the AMI Diploma. No wonder she calls it “the best decision of her life”.
Many of her family members are deeply involved in social service. She has in fact always seen her father stand up for what is right and meaningful. Strong values and conscience are hence very deeply ingrained in her being, making her an excellent role model for children. In Montessori philosophy, she has also found her “purpose of life” and her way of giving back to society. She has been passionately working with children as a Montessori educator in authentic Montessori
environments since the last 5 years. Insights by Dr. Montessori guide her interactions with her two sons as well.
“I enjoy working with children. I am happy to be able to guide and assist them through various stages of their learning. It is immensely gratifying to see them learning. They bring happiness in my life as they help me to see the world through their eyes. I aim to spread authentic Montessori education and make it accessible to as many individuals as possible.”
OUR TEAM
We are professional and we work together
PAN HANTING
Mentor
Ms. Hanting possesses an AMI Diploma in Montessori Primary Education from Montessori Teachers Training Center of Northern California, USA. She has done Masters in Education from Maryland, USA. She has been ardently working with children as a Montessori Educator since last 14 years. She has also worked closely with the AMI Trainers as a translator for various AMI training courses in United States, China and Taiwan. Currently she works as a Directress in LoJen Montessori School, Taiwan. With a deep desire to serve the society she had set up a Montessori environment for the children in the villages of Jharkhand. She has two daughters who are being raised in the Montessori way since birth.
BIPLAB MAHATO
Advisor
He is a businessman by profession and an active social worker by heart. He has worked in many projects with children, youngsters and adults from different communities to bring a positive change in the society. He leads a campaign “Ek Naitik Bharat” across India aiming to make a moral India. He and his wife had set up a Montessori school in his hometown for the children in the villages. He is a Trustee at Initiative of Change, India and young representative from India for International Farmers Dialogue.
He has two daughters who are being raised in the Montessori methodology. He is also a Guitarist.
SHAILAJA SHUKLA
Consultant
Ms. Shailaja defied her Civil Engineering degree to follow her creative instincts and has a diverse experience of 6 years as a writer, editor, and show host in the Content industry. Fueled by a lifelong fascination with children, she bravely navigated another career pivot, choosing Montessori as her newfound mission. Driven by an insatiable desire to understand the methodology deeply, she embarked on the AMI Diploma in Montessori Primary education from RTI Mumbai and ever since, her journey has been an exploration of the enchanting world of children.
"It is my life's mission that I help as many children grow the Montessori way, as possible. To make this happen, I am keen on sticking by a community that aligns with my goal and allows me to extend the helping hand. I am committed towards using my learnings to benefit and impact the lives of the children in a positive and lasting way."
Ruchi Verma
Assistant Guide
Ms. Ruchi Verma has done her Masters in Biomedical sciences from Bundelkhand University. An independent thinker, she has a 3 years research experience in Central Drug Research Institute. Motherhood led her to the Montessori philosophy which is now the cornerstone of her parenting journey.
A very warm person, Ms. Ruchi instantly connects with children and they feel at home with her. Her love for children and heart touching experience as a Montessori parent led her to get deeper into the philosophy. She has completed the AMI Montessori Orientation certification (age 3-6) from Montessori Institute Prague, Czech Republic. She has worked with children in Primary Montessori environment in Prague, Czech Republic. As a Montessori parent of two girls, her faith in Montessori education gets stronger everyday through her experiences with children. A keen learner, she looks forward to bringing in her global experience to contribute to the Montessori movement in the North.