Our Team

Director/Lead Teacher

Sarah is dedicated to providing the best possible early school experience for your child. Drawing from nearly 15 years of experience in early childhood education and inspiration from best practices around the world, Highland Hills is a dream actualized- each day she feels grateful to provide such a special, nurturing environment for children to thrive. Sarah holds a M.Ed. from Loyola University in addition to a BA in English and Elementary Education.  She also obtained her Association Montessori Internationale (AMI) diploma at the primary (age 2.5-6) level from Washington Montessori Institute. 

Previously, Sarah was the founder and head of school of a Montessori school in Maryland, taught abroad, consulted and served as a curriculum director for several international schools (including China, Uganda, Portugal, and Indonesia). Additionally, she helped students succeed in a variety of public and private US schools and preschools with experience lead teaching ranging from children ages 2 to 11- specializing in PK/Kindergarten. Prior to teaching, Sarah also enjoyed working as an aupair in England and while studying at the University of Sydney. 

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When Sarah is not teaching, you will find her on hikes and runs with her Irish Doodle dogs, exploring different handwork and art (needle felting, painting, knitting...), reading, traveling, and spending time with family and friends.