KARTHIHA KUNASEKARAN
Weston
Summary
Dedicated Montessori educator and instructional leader with 13 years of experience in early childhood and elementary education. Expertise in curriculum development, teacher mentorship, and data-informed instruction, effectively aligning Montessori philosophy with Florida state standards. Background as a Web Developer enhances digital integration in educational settings. Seeking opportunities as a Montessori Coach, Teacher Trainer, or School Director.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Montessori Lower & Upper Elementary Guide
Three Village Montessori
Weston
07.2025 - Current
- Deliver individualized, student-centered instruction aligned with Montessori principles.
- Guide students in both lower- and upper-elementary Montessori environments.
- Support academic growth, independence, and critical thinking skills.
Montessori Teacher Trainer
Summit Montessori Teacher Training Institute
06.2025 - Current
- Train and mentor aspiring Montessori educators.
- Support teacher development through observation and feedback.
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate lesson plans for diverse learning styles.
- Fostered a nurturing environment promoting independence and self-directed learning.
- Collaborated with parents to support children's development and address concerns.
Field Consultant
CGMS
01.2023 - Current
- Conduct site visits and observe Montessori teachers.
- Provide recommendations to ensure fidelity to Montessori philosophy.
- Support program improvement and teacher effectiveness.
Montessori Primary Lead Teacher
The Children’s School & May Sands Montessori
Key West
01.2012 - Current
- Led mixed-age classrooms of up to 24 students, fostering collaborative learning and individualized growth through authentic Montessori practices.
- Developed individualized learning plans aligned with Montessori standards.
- Utilized STAR Early Literacy and CLASS data to tailor instruction and track student progress, ensuring alignment with Montessori educational goals.
- Maintained detailed student records manually and using Transparent Classroom.
- Mentored assistant teachers, enhancing their instructional skills while supporting parent education initiatives to strengthen school-home connections.
Montessori Elementary Teacher
Atlantic Montessori Charter School
07.2024 - 06.2025
- Implemented Montessori methodology to engage students in core academic subjects.
- Designed interdisciplinary lessons tailored to developmental needs.
- Administered and analyzed FAST assessments to inform instructional strategies and support student development.
- Integrated HMH into Reading and Envision (Savvas) to enhance curriculum while preserving Montessori principles.
Montessori Coach
May Sands Montessori
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Conducted classroom observations to identify growth areas and provided targeted feedback for educator improvement.
- Collaborated with leadership to enhance instructional quality and foster ongoing staff development initiatives.
- Developed individualized learning plans for diverse student needs.
- Facilitated engaging classroom activities to enhance student participation.
- Collaborated with parents to support children's educational progress.
Education
Master of Science - Computer Science
University of Madras
IndiaBachelor of Science - Computer Science
University of Madras
IndiaSkills
- Montessori Early Childhood Certified
- Montessori teaching
- Montessori coaching
- Montessori Philosophy
- Curriculum Design
- CLASS Certified
- Assessment Tools
- Standards Alignment
- Transparent Classroom
- Montessori Compass
- Instructional Coaching
- Staff Development
- Technology Integration
- Educational Technology
- Digital Learning Tools
- Microsoft Office
- Google Workspace
- Team Collaboration
- Coach training
- Leadership Skills
- Mentorship
- Strong Communication
- Effective Communication
- DCF Staff Credential
- Director Credential
- Classroom Observation
- Team Collaboration
- Effective Communication
Certification
- Montessori Early Childhood Certification
- Florida Professional Educator Certification
- DCF Staff Credential
- DCF Director Credential
- CLASS Certification
- Montessori Coach Certification
Core Skills Qualifications
- Montessori Early Childhood Certified
- 13+ years Montessori teaching & coaching experience
- Florida Professional Educator Certification
- DCF Staff Credential & Director Credential
- Montessori Coach Training & CLASS Certified
- Curriculum Design & Staff Development
- Classroom Observation & Instructional Coaching
- Assessment Tools: FAST, STAR Early Literacy, i-Station (ISIP), HMH Growth Measure
- Montessori Philosophy & Standards Alignment
- Transparent Classroom & Montessori Compass Educational Technology Integration
- Strong Communication, Mentorship & Leadership Skills
- Tech Background: Web Development & Computer Instruction
Accomplishments
Tom Sawyer Five-Star Program Teacher Recognition Award, Spring 2020
Timeline
Montessori Lower & Upper Elementary Guide
Three Village Montessori
07.2025 - Current
Montessori Teacher Trainer
Summit Montessori Teacher Training Institute
06.2025 - Current
Montessori Elementary Teacher
Atlantic Montessori Charter School
07.2024 - 06.2025
Field Consultant
CGMS
01.2023 - Current
Montessori Coach
May Sands Montessori
01.2022 - 01.2023
Montessori Primary Lead Teacher
The Children’s School & May Sands Montessori
01.2012 - Current
Master of Science - Computer Science
University of Madras
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
University of Madras