Mrs. Ivy Gama - Directress

I am a graduate from the University of Goa, India, with a bachelor’s degree in philosophy and history. I began tutoring, when I was in High School, and it was then that I realized I have a passion for teaching and pursued on with my career. I further obtained a bachelor’s degree of Education in History and Geography. I began my teaching career and have 13 years of teaching experience at the Elementary Level. I enjoyed this experience as I was able to cater to the full development of the children.

Upon coming to Canada 11 years ago, I had the opportunity to observe children at work in a Montessori school and I was impressed on seeing them work independently at the age of two and a half. This drew me to the Montessori way of teaching. I completed my Montessori Training in the year 2014, at TMI, and earned the diploma to teach children from the age of two and half to six years.

I look forward to continuing my fruitful teaching journey at Northstar Montessori, a well reputed organization, and being able to be a role model to the children who are under my care.

Mrs. Lauren Pitre - Directress

I graduated from the Early Childhood Education program at Sheridan College in 2004. I am a member of the College of Early Childhood Educators.

Throughout my career, I have gained experience in many different settings and organizations, such as providing personal support for individuals with Autism, acting as the Youth Center Supervisor for a Military Family Resource Center, as well as being the Assistant Supervisor at a privately-owned daycare facility. I work in the education field because I enjoy spending time with children and I am passionate about helping them reach their full potential.

Working at Northstar for the past 10 years has been a memorable and amazing experience. In the classroom environment, I have the opportunity to be a positive role model for my students, to help guide them through their struggles, and to share with them their successes. Bearing witness to a child developing a new skill is incredibly rewarding and continues to be the driving force behind my efforts and career.

Mrs. Linet Panganiban - Assistant

I graduated from the Philippine Christian University with a degree in Early Childhood Education. I also received my Montessori Assistant’s training at the Foundation for Montessori Education in Toronto which is an AMI Certification. I started teaching at Northstar Montessori Private School in September 2001. I have two children, who attended Northstar for six years. I chose teaching as I enjoy working with children and it is very rewarding. I chose Northstar Montessori Private School as it upholds a great philosophy of teaching. The staff members are very dedicated in what they do. I have learned a lot since I started and I love to share my ideas to all of the students, staff and parents.