
Nita Kapadia
Montessori Teacher
Following the child, building independence
Montessori teacher with ten years guiding children aged three to six in prepared Montessori environments in Mumbai. Trained in the Montessori method, she observes each child closely, presents materials at the right moment, and fosters independence, concentration and a love of learning. Built a calm, well-ordered classroom where mixed-age children work purposefully and help one another. Guided many children to strong early literacy, numeracy and social development through the practical-life, sensorial and language materials. Partners with parents to extend the approach at home and mentors assistant teachers. Patient, observant and deeply committed to the philosophy. Looking for a Montessori teaching role with a school that genuinely follows the method.
University of Mumbai
BA in Education (June 2008 to April 2011)
Association Montessori Internationale
Montessori Diploma (AMI 3-6) (September 2011 to June 2012)
Little Roots Montessori - Mumbai, India
Montessori Teacher (3-6) June 2015 to Present 11 years & 1 month
Observe each child closely and present materials at the right moment to meet them where they are.
Foster independence, concentration and a genuine love of learning through the Montessori materials.
Guide children to strong early literacy and numeracy via practical-life, sensorial and language work.
Maintain a calm, well-ordered classroom where children work purposefully and help one another.
Partner with parents to extend the approach at home and mentor assistant teachers.
Sunshine Montessori House - Mumbai, India
Assistant Montessori Teacher July 2012 to May 2015 2 years & 11 months
Prepared the environment and observed children under guidance.
Learned material presentation and classroom management hands-on.
Progressed to a lead Montessori-teacher role after building strong classroom and observation skills.
Independent, confident children
A calm, ordered classroom
AMI Montessori Diploma (3-6)
Association Montessori Internationale (June 2012 to Present)
- Montessori Method
- Child Observation
- Material Presentation
- Prepared Environment
- Early Literacy & Numeracy
- Practical-Life & Sensorial
- Classroom Management
- Parent Partnership
- Social-Emotional Development
- Mentoring Assistants