Faculty & Staff
Dedicated to authentic Montessori education, the administration and staff at Premier Montessori Academy are highly trained, talented, and love working with children. We believe that great teachers are our best asset.
Ms. Rashida-Tina Tejani
Head of School & Head of Instructions Birth-3 years
A parent of two wonderful young adults. Ms. Rashida-Tina holds a Masters in Science (Genetics), has successfully completed the Early Childhood Management Training (Director's Credentials). She is a Certified Jai Parent Coach and Montessori trained in Birth-3 years (NAMC). An entrepreneur since 1994, she has owned and operated Montessori schools since 2014.
In her volunteer capacity, she also serves as the Chair of Social Welfare Board for Central US and has been an Early Childhood Development center principal, and head of Parental Involvement, serving over 1500 parents as a volunteer/community officer since 2001. Ms. Tina oversees the entire Montessori curriculum of the B-3 years old students of the school.
Ms. Tehmina Zahid
Head of Instructions 3-6 years
Ms. Tehmina is our most experienced staff. She brings over 35+ years of teaching experience. She holds the American Montessori Society Diploma for Early Childhood. Ms. Tehmina oversees the entire Montessori curriculum of the 3-6 years old students at our school.
