About

Danielle Dalsey Kimball

Working with young children for over a decade has afforded me many observances. As an AMI-trained Montessori Primary Guide, I am privileged to work alongside many different children and families. Montessori Spaces was developed for caregivers, educators, and families in the home to access resources for learning and development. This is a place where parents can learn about their child’s unique development in several ways: cognition or the “cognitive space,” physical development or the “physical space,” and most importantly the “social/emotional space.” When a child is moving through a big leap in development or needs more challenge and support, I can give recommendations on how to meet his or her needs in the first plane (0-6 years) of life.

As a consultant, I can aid in recommendations for learning in the home, functional furniture, and seasonal curriculum for educators. As a former Early Childhood Lead and Administrator, I can assist and mentor Montessorians who are looking for guidance in the areas of: environment setup and aesthetics, lesson study and application, classroom/community management, and team leadership. As a small program Founder and Operator, I can also offer coaching in the areas of: licensure, school rhythm, literature and communication, recruitment and hiring, and best practices when developing a strong community culture.

My newest offering is Montessori Coaching, through the model offered by the National Center for Montessori in the Public Sector. This model of coaching offers detailed observations and conversations, development of best practices in each area of the classroom culture and greater school community, and offering learning tools for a “deep dive” in the material or study of Montessori pedagogy. This offering can be tailored per department or school and is typically done over a longitudinal period of time. I am available for work in the private and public sectors.

I also work with families one-on-one to design learning and play areas in the home for aesthetic appeal and functionality, based on Montessori principles. If you would like a quote for a personal consult, please email me: danielle@montessori-spaces.com.