About Us

Hello

My name is Jodi Someshwar

Jodi Someshwar is a management graduate from University of Texas at Dallas. She has held responsible positions at Texas Instruments, Digital Equipment Corporation, Radiant Corporation and the Texas Rehabilitation Commission. Her undergraduate education is in child Psychology and she worked with children at the University of Texas, Austin in 1974. She became interested in Montessori child development curriculum after seeing her grandchildren go to local child care centers. She became associated with Preston Park Montessori and Preston Creek Montessori in Plano Texas. After reviewing their program and spending some time with them, Jodi decided to start a Montessori school here in Austin with the help of associates in Plano and in Austin. Her goal is to create a ‘first in class’ child development center using Montessori methods. She is a candidate for the Montessori Primary Diploma from Collins College this July 2014.

Our Team and our Commitment.

We believe:

A spirit of cooperation rather than competition is the most conductive environment for learning.
- Success builds confidence.
  Children learn best in an environment of love, security, understanding and consistency.
- Children should be respected and taught to respected others and the materials around them.
- Learning should be a happy and joyous experience!
- Teachers should encourage children to do their best and not the minimum. They will also encourage a strong and positive self-image to each and every child.
- The child’s spirit in all aspects is our first priority.

Meet the Team

Our Directors

Director | Austin

Phuong Cao

It is with great enthusiasm and pleasure to work with you as a partner in education to ensure your child’s success. Every child that attends One World Montessori will embark on their individual educational experience, days filled with curiosity, wonder and personal satisfaction from “doing for themselves”.

Ms.Phuong has been in the Montessori & Educational profession for over 25 years. During her years, she has had the privilege of working at prestigious Montessori Schools all over the world, as an assistant-teacher, lead-teacher & guide, program coordinator, and director.

Her experience in the wide spectrum of Montessori benefits her as she is able to clearly identify and empathize with the different roles that are all equally of importance. Ms.Phuong’s passion for Montessori drives her to set goals every year that will continue to improve the productivity of the school.

Assistant Director | Round Rock

Vaishnavi Raghavan

As the director, I am committed to fostering a warm,nuturing and inclusive environment where every child feels valued and celebrated. One world Montessori is not just a place for learning; it is a community where children are encouraged to explore, create and grow at their own pace.

Ms. Vaishnavi's journey from engineering to education is truly inspiring. With a solid foundation of 12 yrs of classroom experience, she transitioned to a manager role in various preschools, shaping the education landscape for young minds. Volunteering and helping to win a German non-profit school particularly in a LEGO competition, she ignited her passion for teaching.Her commitment to personal and professional growth led her to pursue Master's in Innovative Education and Technology, combining her technical skills with innovative teaching methods. Her fondness to Montessori approaches highlights her belief in child-centered learning, fostering creativity and independence in her students. Ms. V 's diverse experiences make her a well-rounded educator, dedicated to nurturing a love for learning in children across different educational settings.

Our Teachers

Viola R.

Lead Guide | Primary - Austin

Cynthia F.

Guide | Primary - Austin

Helen A.

Guide | Toddler - Austin

Liliana V.

Guide | Toddler - Austin

Leslie C.

Guide | Toddlers - Austin

Neda S.

Guide | Toddlers - Austin

Lily C.

Guide Infants - Austin

Dinorah B.

Guide | Infants - Austin

Monique T.

Floater - Austin

Shikha B.

Lead Guide | Primary - Austin

Priyanie S.

Lead Guide | Primary - Austin

Hymavathi P.

Guide | Toddler - Austin

Ashley R.

Guide | Toddler - Austin

Lamia A.

Guide | Toddlers - Austin

Ashley L.

Guide | Infants - Austin

Demica D.

Guide | Infants - Austin

Maria E.

Guide | Infants - Austin

Chelsea M.

Floater - Austin

Chamari K.

Lead Guide | Primary - Austin

Vanita G.

Guide | Primary - Austin

Prasanna M.

Guide | Toddler - Austin

Shayna L.

Guide | Toddler - Austin

Gloria S.

Guide | Toddlers - Austin

Latha D.

Guide Infants - Austin

Alma F.

Guide | Infants - Austin

Nanda G.

Guide | Infants - Austin

Justine M.

Chef - Austin

Our Goal...

Our goal at One World Montessori is to give great education and proper nurturing to our children. We offer a modified, Montessori Method of education for children ages 18 months – 6 years. We work with the child to achieve great standards of skills through hands-on learning. We offer an enlightening and nurturing prepared Montessori environment to educate and support each individual child in building a foundation for life-long learning. We have also developed a milestone based infant program. Our infant curriculum was developed to help children 6 weeks – 18 months stay on track and hit each and every developmental milestone while lovingly developing the child’s spirit...