Our Team
“A child is truly a miraculous being and this should be felt deeply by the educator.”
— Maria Montessori
At NIA House Montessori, our team is united by a shared passion for nurturing curious minds and confident learners. Each member of our staff is committed to creating a thoughtful, supportive environment where children feel seen, encouraged, and inspired to explore the world around them. Together, we bring energy, compassion, and a deep respect for the Montessori approach, guiding students as they grow academically, socially, and emotionally each day.
Sonceria Radford, Co-Founder, Director, Lower Elementary Guide
This member of the NIA House Montessori team is dedicated to supporting a nurturing, child-centered learning environment rooted in the Montessori philosophy. Our educators and staff are committed to guiding each child with patience, respect, and curiosity, helping students develop independence, confidence, and a lifelong love of learning. Additional information about this team member’s background and experience will be shared soon.
MarQuita Holt Afotey, Co-Founder, Director of Admissions, Marketing & ECLP (Aftercare)
This member of the NIA House Montessori team is dedicated to supporting a nurturing, child-centered learning environment rooted in the Montessori philosophy. Our educators and staff are committed to guiding each child with patience, respect, and curiosity, helping students develop independence, confidence, and a lifelong love of learning. Additional information about this team member’s background and experience will be shared soon.
Darlene Abernathy Neey, Co-Founder
This member of the NIA House Montessori team is dedicated to supporting a nurturing, child-centered learning environment rooted in the Montessori philosophy. Our educators and staff are committed to guiding each child with patience, respect, and curiosity, helping students develop independence, confidence, and a lifelong love of learning. Additional information about this team member’s background and experience will be shared soon.
Will Radford, Co- Founder
This member of the NIA House Montessori team is dedicated to supporting a nurturing, child-centered learning environment rooted in the Montessori philosophy. Our educators and staff are committed to guiding each child with patience, respect, and curiosity, helping students develop independence, confidence, and a lifelong love of learning. Additional information about this team member’s background and experience will be shared soon.
Tremeta Norman, Co-Founder
This member of the NIA House Montessori team is dedicated to supporting a nurturing, child-centered learning environment rooted in the Montessori philosophy. Our educators and staff are committed to guiding each child with patience, respect, and curiosity, helping students develop independence, confidence, and a lifelong love of learning. Additional information about this team member’s background and experience will be shared soon.
Kelley Taylor, Upper Elementary Guide, STEM Farm Guide, ECLP
This member of the NIA House Montessori team is dedicated to supporting a nurturing, child-centered learning environment rooted in the Montessori philosophy. Our educators and staff are committed to guiding each child with patience, respect, and curiosity, helping students develop independence, confidence, and a lifelong love of learning. Additional information about this team member’s background and experience will be shared soon.
Valentina Popova, Upper Elementary Guide
This member of the NIA House Montessori team is dedicated to supporting a nurturing, child-centered learning environment rooted in the Montessori philosophy. Our educators and staff are committed to guiding each child with patience, respect, and curiosity, helping students develop independence, confidence, and a lifelong love of learning. Additional information about this team member’s background and experience will be shared soon.
Velithia Pendergrass, Lower Elementary Guide
This member of the NIA House Montessori team is dedicated to supporting a nurturing, child-centered learning environment rooted in the Montessori philosophy. Our educators and staff are committed to guiding each child with patience, respect, and curiosity, helping students develop independence, confidence, and a lifelong love of learning. Additional information about this team member’s background and experience will be shared soon.
Gina McLendon, Primary Guide
This member of the NIA House Montessori team is dedicated to supporting a nurturing, child-centered learning environment rooted in the Montessori philosophy. Our educators and staff are committed to guiding each child with patience, respect, and curiosity, helping students develop independence, confidence, and a lifelong love of learning. Additional information about this team member’s background and experience will be shared soon.
Jamia Stark, Primary Guide, ECLP
This member of the NIA House Montessori team is dedicated to supporting a nurturing, child-centered learning environment rooted in the Montessori philosophy. Our educators and staff are committed to guiding each child with patience, respect, and curiosity, helping students develop independence, confidence, and a lifelong love of learning. Additional information about this team member’s background and experience will be shared soon.
Kim Vesneski, Pre-Primary Guide
This member of the NIA House Montessori team is dedicated to supporting a nurturing, child-centered learning environment rooted in the Montessori philosophy. Our educators and staff are committed to guiding each child with patience, respect, and curiosity, helping students develop independence, confidence, and a lifelong love of learning. Additional information about this team member’s background and experience will be shared soon.
Timberlake Pieper, Pre-Primary Guide, ECLP
This member of the NIA House Montessori team is dedicated to supporting a nurturing, child-centered learning environment rooted in the Montessori philosophy. Our educators and staff are committed to guiding each child with patience, respect, and curiosity, helping students develop independence, confidence, and a lifelong love of learning. Additional information about this team member’s background and experience will be shared soon.
Arjae Thompson, Art Guide, Floater
This member of the NIA House Montessori team is dedicated to supporting a nurturing, child-centered learning environment rooted in the Montessori philosophy. Our educators and staff are committed to guiding each child with patience, respect, and curiosity, helping students develop independence, confidence, and a lifelong love of learning. Additional information about this team member’s background and experience will be shared soon.
Caitlin Stonestreet, Floater
This member of the NIA House Montessori team is dedicated to supporting a nurturing, child-centered learning environment rooted in the Montessori philosophy. Our educators and staff are committed to guiding each child with patience, respect, and curiosity, helping students develop independence, confidence, and a lifelong love of learning. Additional information about this team member’s background and experience will be shared soon.