Seattle, WA
Discovery Montessori School

Teachers Are:

OVERALL RATING: (4.7)
Full of energy and seemingly happy in job
Patient and affectionate with children
Talks with children and listens carefully when they are talking with him/her
Praises children for accomplishments and good behavior
Provides feedback on what my child does during the day
Shares insights on my child that are helpful and accurate
Identifies my child’s strengths and weaknesses
If necessary, provides additional support to my child during pickup and drop-off
Resolves disputes quickly, calmly and fairly in a manner that allows children to learn from the dispute
Notices children who are not on task and/or engaging with other children appropriately and quickly reengages them
Manages the energy level of the children so that all children feel safe and able to learn
Provides additional support to a child when s/he is clearly failing in her/his efforts
Strikes the proper balance between active and quiet play for children

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Director's Comments on Individualized Teaching

Description of how teachers work with children who are  "behind," "excelling" or "different" from the majority of students

Each child is validated for the current interests and skills shown for chosen tasks. Observation of this provides basis for continuing lessons which are documented. Children are encouraged to return to work which has been demonstrated in order to build skills. In this way every child is different from others and will excel in their own ways. Children like to succeed and also like a challenge. Working on challenging lessons provides new skills.

Parents' Comments on Individualized Teaching

Parent #1
Our child's teacher truly seemed to love and care for each child.

Parent #2
There is particular attention to the needs of the individual children. Feedback is prompt and excellent.

Parent #3
The teachers are amazing and really care for the students!

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