Staff

Supported by one-on-one guidance from their teachers, students at CMCC work both independently and in small groups with other children. By providing a carefully planned, open, and stimulating environment that specifically addresses each child’s individual needs, CMCC’s professional teaching staff team create educational experiences that:

• enhance self-esteem;
• foster the social skills to solve problems and build friendships; and
• support the ever-increasing curiosity about the world.

Julie Paul has been with Community Montessori Children’s Centre since 1990. With more than 30 years of experience at Lower Mainland Montessori schools, Julie holds her St. Nicholas Montessori Diploma as well as her Early Childhood Education Diploma. Julie has taught adult courses in the Early Childhood Education field and continues to keep abreast of current Montessori training by attending conferences, lectures, and workshops. When she’s not working, Julie likes to ride horses, travel and keep fit.

Shauna Calvert attended the University of Victoria for her Bachelor of Arts degree before completing her St. Nicholas Montessori Diploma. She holds a TESL (Teaching English as a Second Language) certificate and her ECE certificate and has been teaching both children and adults since 1992. Shauna enjoys cooking, entertaining, gardening, and spending time with her husband and daughter.

Kathleen Chun has been with Community Montessori Children’s Center since 2025. She is certified in Early Childhood Education, Special Needs Education, and Infant/Toddler Education. She likes to be with people. In her free time Kathleen likes playing sports such as Badminton, Volleyball and Bouldering. She also likes playing boardgames, singing, dancing and cooking and gardening.

Phuong Ngan Le (Candi) holds a Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Social Sciences and Humanities and a Diploma in Early Childhood Education from Capilano University. She is a certified Early Childhood Educator with an ECE and Infant/Toddler License from the BC ECE Registry. With over five years of experience working with young children, Candi is dedicated to supporting children’s development and overall well-being in a safe, respectful and nurturing environment. She implements Montessori principles in her teaching. Candi believes in building strong relationships with children and families and supporting learning through play, daily routines and meaningful experiences. In her free time she enjoys cooking.