Hudson Hills Montessori

Our Staff

Our staff are first and foremost, compassionate, caring individuals who are committed to the school’s philosophy and mission. They have many years of experience and education to back up their classroom experience.

Our Administrative team is also experienced and committed to supporting the staff, the families and the children and are an integral part of our prestigious team.

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Asma Siddiqui:
Director

Ms Asma is not only is our Director but also teaches the Sciences in the Upper school. She loves to stay connected with the students. Educated in England, she has a BA in Business and Child Psychology. She loves to cook, entertain and spend time with family and friends.

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Kristen Drew:
Assistant Director

Ms Kristen is our Assistant Director and also likes to stay connected with the students, teaching Primary. She has her Masters in Education from Suny New Paltz. She is a big History buff who loves crafting and watching movies with her husband.

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Dianne Moriarty:
Administrative Assistant

Ms Di is a part of our Prestigious Administrative team and is also a very talented Musician and Singer. She is usually the first point of contact when at our school. Ms Di loves to be around the children and you will often find her immersed in the classroom.

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Linda DiGiovanna:
Administrative Assistant

Ms Linda is also a part of our Administrative team and is heavily involved in the day to day smooth running of the school. She is a very dynamic multi-faceted member of our team.

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Ms. Amanda:
Head Teacher Primary

Ms Amanda has worked for HHM for five years and Assisted in the classroom, she is now the proud Head Teacher of one our three primary classrooms. She Holds a BA in Liberal Arts and is a Montessori Certified Head Teacher.

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Ms. Tai:
Head Teacher Primary

Ms Tai is a popular Head Teacher in our Primary program who has over 15 years of childcare experience and a childcare certificate from the UK coupled with a US Montessori Teaching Certification.

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Ms. Lisa:
Head Toddler Teacher

Ms Lisa has worked in our Toddler program for 6 years as a head teacher. She has a Montesori certification for Toddlers and loves to spend time with her dog Ollie and Crochet. 

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Ms. Sana:
Head Toddler Teacher

Ms Sana has worked in the toddler program at HHM for 5 years. She is completing her degree in Childhood education and is a big Fashionista and very creative. Most of all, she loves to spend time with her students and often babysits.

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Ms. Tali:
Toddler Teacher

Ms Tali has been an Assistant at HHM for 6 years and is proud to have her own classroom this Fall.  She grew up in California and graduated from a Santa Monica College with a certificate in child child development and nurturing.  She has many years of childcare experience particularly working in the Montessori environment.
 
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Mr. Joseph:
Teacher

Mr J has a Masters in Special Ed. from Marist College.  He is an extremely kind and compassionate teacher who loves to spend time with family and friends.

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Ms. Kate:
Lower Elementary Head Teacher

Ms Kate has been at the school for 15 years and teachers our lower Elementary students.  She holds a Masters in Literacy and loves to garden, spend time with family and reading.
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Mr. Mike
Upper School Teacher

Michael has an undergraduate degree from The Cooper Union and a Masters from Harvard University. He has diverse experience and is well travelled. He teaches computers, engineering and Math at the school as well as Music classes and enjoys reading, creating music and walking his dog.

Hudson Hills Montessori

What makes us special is our passion and commitment to each child and their success!

Hudson Hills Montessori offers a cohesive Montessori education experience from toddler through middle and high school. With small class sizes, mixed-age grouping, and Montessori‑trained faculty, the school emphasizes holistic learning.

Contact Us

40 Rector Street Beacon NY

845- 831-1100

Mon – Fri: 8:30 – 3:00

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