Meet Our Dedicated Montessori Faculty

Experienced Montessori educators and caring assistants 
help your child flourish each day.

Commitment to
Authentic Montessori Care

"The role of the Montessori teacher is to create a calm, joyful atmosphere that enables each child to connect to productive work and have a sense of belonging as a contributing member of the whole community, even the littlest ones."

–Dr. K.T. Korngold, Director

At MCC, we are proud of the exceptional quality and dedication of our teaching team. Our faculty, consisting of Montessori-certified teachers and caring assistants, embodies our commitment to delivering truly authentic year-round Montessori in a child care setting.

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Maria Montessori wrote in The Discovery of the Child, “A child who has become a master of his/her acts through long and repeated exercises, and who has been encouraged by the pleasant and interesting activities in which s/he has been engaged, is a child filled with health and joy and remarkable for his/her calmness and discipline."

Leadership

Dr. K.T. Korngold, Ed.D

Director

Administration

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Dr. Terri-Lyn Castillo, Ph.D

Assistant Director

Head Guides and Teachers

Infant Rooms (Group size 8 infants each)

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Ms. Naomi

Head Guide Infant Sea Room

Ms. Flora

Toddler Rooms (Group size 12 toddlers each)

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Ms. Andrea

Head Toddler Guide Sky Room
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Ms. Jeanne

Head Toddler Guide Sun Room
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Ms. Kezia

Head Toddler Guide Sand Room

Early Childhood (Preschool 3–6) Rooms

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Ms. Helena

Head Teacher EC Meadow
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Ms. Kyra

Head Teacher EC Mountain

Assistants and Float Staff

Thank you to our talented and caring team of assistants and floaters: Mr. Andy, Ms. Briana (Cove), Ms. Briana (EC), Ms. Cecilia, Ms. Diana, Ms. Didi, Ms. Elizabeth, Ms. Evelyn, Ms. Janet, Ms. Jissela, Ms. Liz, Ms. Theresa, Ms. Renelle, Mr. Samuel, Ms. Sharon.

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Staff Essentials and Training

  • All staff are fingerprinted and cleared by SCR clearance through New York State.
  • All staff receive at least 15 hours of professional development (PD) each year.
  • All staff receive first aid and CPR training.
  • Many of our staff are MAT-trained.

Interested In Our Program?

Come Visit! Call or email to schedule a time with Dr. Korngold to visit MCC.

Interested in employment opportunities?

Please email your current resume along with a cover letter to Dr. K.T. Korngold, Ed.D at ktkorngold@cmteny.com.

Connect With Our Team
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