Ms. Mackenzie - Toddler 1 Head Guide

​Hello! My name is Mackenzie and I am the head guide in Toddler 1. I started off my career at CM as a floater and assistant in the primary classrooms and finally settled into my home in the toddler community. I received my 0-3 Montessori training from the Center for Guided Montessori Studies and am currently completing my Bachelors in Elementary Education. I fell in love with Montessori education for the loving, respectful, and meaningful experiences it provides and I hope to share this with many children and their families for years to come!​

Ms. Devyn - Toddler 1 Assistant Guide

Hi, everyone! My name is Devyn Forbes, and I am originally from Kansas City, Missouri (go Chiefs!). I currently have an Associate’s degree and am in the process of finishing up my Bachelor’s in Psychology. I moved to Colorado in May of 2021 and have been loving it ever since. 
In my free time, I enjoy walking my Basset Hound pup, hanging out at the local parks, and snowboarding. I have a huge family back home, with lots of little ones running around, so I love having fun with kids! I look forward to being a part of the Montessori family and getting to know everyone.

Ms. Ali - Toddler 1 Assistant Guide

My name is Ali Bayer and I have a college degree in Community Health Education. I have spent the majority of my life in Maine and moved out to Colorado 11 years ago. I have a passion for the outdoors and everything Colorado has to offer. I am an avid skier, hiker, runner, and backpacker. For the past 10 years I have been a nanny for children of all different ages. I have also worked as a para in an elementary and a child care attendant in a drop-off facility. I uphold high standards of academics and healthy living for all the families I have worked for. I encourage growth in fun and playful ways while still adhering to the needs of families and their school requirements.  

Ms. Mariah- Toddler 2 Head Guide

Hey, I’m Ms. Mariah! I graduated with a BA in psychology from the University of Denver and recently completed a second BA in speech language and hearing sciences from Metropolitan State University of Denver. Over the last 5 years I have worked with children as a dance coach and a primary assistant teacher. In my free time I enjoy camping, paddle boarding, hiking, snowboarding and visiting national parks! I’m excited to be a part of the Centennial Montessori community and guide each child in their growth and development.

Mary Betts- Toddler 2 Assistant Guide

I have recently graduated from Bucknell University, earning a Bachelors of Science in Early Childhood Education. I hold a Pennsylvania Teaching Certificate, grades pre-K-4th. During my undergraduate program, I’ve gained experience in a variety of classrooms, that ranged in ages and philosophies; play-based, hybrid, traditional. While pursuing my teaching degree, I worked and gained experience in a play-based childcare center, as well as, instructing at-home learning experiences during COVID-19 shutdowns. 

Most recently, I relocated to Colorado with my dog, Dash, and two friends! However, I have a large, amazing family back in PA! I come from a family line of educators, but I’m proud to be the first to pursue Montessori Education! Prior to joining the Centennial Montessori community, I held a Children’s House Assistant Guide position at Guidepost Montessori in Parker.  I have gained a great respect and appreciation for Montessori Education that has completely drawn me from the traditional-education world! I look forward to continuing my education and committing myself to the Montessori Philosophy. I am excited and grateful to become a part of your amazing community!

Ms. Alma - Toddler 2 Assistant Guide

My name is Alma. I came to Denver 21 years ago with my family from Europe. I have 2 daughters and a stepson. My oldest daughter Sejla has given me three beautiful grandchildren, Phillip, Arianna, and Aubrey. My youngest daughter is Lejla. My stepson, Edvin, has served 7 years in the US Army. I also have a dog, a miniature pincher mix, named Lefty. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my family and being outdoors. I like going for walks with my family, swimming, and sightseeing. I love discovering new places that have breathtaking nature views. Our family loves to eat, so cooking is always popular in our household. We always look for new places to eat as well as new recipes to try. I am certified in Early Childhood Education and I have taken classes at Denver and Aurora Community Colleges. I have been teaching for the past 20 years. Being able to help expand these young minds excites me as a teacher in continuing this amazing career. ​

Ms. Laura - Toddler 3 Head Guide

Hello. My name is Laura Cruz. I am from Mexico City, and Denver has been my home since 2000. I started working with children at the YMCA. Previously, I have worked at a local childcare center where I worked with ages 2 to 3 years old. I joined CM in 2017 and have worked as a Toddler Assistant in all three communities and now a Head Guide in Toddler 3. I am certified in Early Childhood from ACC and am currently working towards my Infant/Toddler Montessori credential.
In my free time, I enjoy arts and crafts, cooking and spending time with my family. I feel our responsibility as teachers is to provide children with the best possible education, knowledge and choices so they are able to grow into their maximum potential. ​

Ms. Ary - Toddler 3 Assistant Guide

Hello! My name is Ms. Ary (pronounced R - eee) I will be joining the team and I'm super excited for new learning opportunities. I absolutely love kids and always have a blast. I grew up in Mexico but was born in the United States. I love exploring and learning new cultures.

Ms. Alex- Toddler 3 Assistant Guide

Hello, my name is Alex. I am the new toddler assistant here at Centennial Montessori. I am 25 years old. A Colorado native of course. I have a beautiful little girl named Ava. She is my world . I am very family oriented and I love to go to the mountains, read books, and spend time with my daughter in my free time. I look forward to meeting you all and being a part of the team!

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Ms. Darienne- Toddler 4 Head Guide

I began my career in Early Childhood Education in 2015 when I started student teaching for Kindergarten. Since then I have received my Child Development Associate Credential in March of 2020 and have been working in a Montessori classroom for a little over 3 years now. My hope as a teacher is to guide children in their unique understanding of the world and help them grow as individuals in a safe and engaging environment. I look forward to getting to know each of you!
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Ms. Dah - Toddler 4 Assistant Guide

​Hello! My name is Dah. I was born in Thailand and moved to Colorado when I was 9-year-old. I recently graduated from MSU Denver with a BA in Early Childhood Education. I’ve been working with children for over a year and I always enjoy spending time with children. Working with children is such a rewarding experience. I enjoy watching children grow, being creative and learning new things every day. Some of my favorite hobbies are playing tennis, traveling, watching movies, and eating! I look forward to working with you all!

Mrs. Angie - Toddler 4 Assistant Guide

My name is Angie. During my six years of teaching, I discovered that I enjoy teaching and care-giving. I have taken several ECE classes at ACC. I also have many years of experience in the medical field as a hemodialysis tech. I am the mother of three children, and on the weekends, I go to yard sales and look for unique items.