About Us
“Our care of the child should be governed, not by the desire to make him learn things, but by the endeavor always to keep burning within him that light which is called intelligence.”
― Maria Montessori
At Mountain View Montessori (MVM), our focus is on guiding and teaching preschool aged children in the spirit of Dr. Maria Montessori’s educational method. The potential of the child is immense. From birth, children have a unique openness to learning and an instinctual sense of care for others around them. Our teachers provide a safe environment to nurture their innate curiosity and the wonder with which they view the world. Under a set of reasonable boundaries, the child is free to explore practical life skills that foster independence and respect for the world around us. While the child is the primary focus at MVM, high staff morale is also of great importance. It is our philosophy that a happy teacher equals a happy child. We believe this begins with smaller teacher to child ratios. Smaller classes allow for less teacher burnout, greater retention, and an invaluable focus, all for the child’s benefit – a Micro Montessori.
Our Staff

Tammi Avila joined Mountain View Montessori in April of 2023. She earned a bachelor's degree in Elementary Education and a master's degree in Curriculum and Instruction. Before joining our team, Tammi was an elementary teacher, Pk-8 Principal, Montessori school Director, and an educational entrepreneur. Her goal is to continue to provide high quality educational choice to all families. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her husband and two sons.
Tammi Avila
Director of Schools
Mountain View Montessori at Hilltop:
Parker, Co

Debi Nicholson
Lead Toddler Guide
Debi Nicholson joined Mountain View Montessori in August of 2023. Debi earned her bachelor's degree in Psychology and a master's degree in child development and Child Life. In 2021 Ms. Debi earned her AMI MACTE certification in Infant and Toddler. She has over 20 years of experience working in early childhood education, including eight years in pediatrics. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her children and training her new puppy.

Mary Betts
Lead Children's House Guide
Mary Betts joined Mountain View Montessori in July of 2022. She earned her bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education. Prior to working at MVM, Mary had experience as an Assistant Teacher and Lead Teacher in two Montessori schools. She was so inspired at the academic rigor and the care of the overall child's development that she decided to get her 3-6 AMI certificate. In her spare time, she enjoys traveling to Pennsylvania to visitng her family.
Mountain View Montessori at Black Forest:
Colorado Springs, CO

Liz Campbell
Lead Toddler Guide
Liz Campbell joined Mountain View Montessori in August of 2023. Liz earned her bachelor's degree in early childhood education. In 2014 Ms. Liz earned her AMS certification in Infant and Toddler. She has over 20 years of experience working in early childhood education, most being in Montessori environments. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family.

Bridget Beaulieu
Lead Children's House Guide
Bridget Beaulieu joined Mountain View Montessori in August of 2023. Bridget earned her bachelor's degree in psychology. In 2018 Ms. Bridget earned her AMS certification in Infant and Toddler. She has experience working in Montessori classrooms from infant up to elementary level. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family and exploring Colorado.

Beth Garrison-Kemp
Lead Preschool Guide
Beth Garrison-Kemp joined Mountain View Montessori in August of 2023. Beth joins us as the UPK half-day teacher for our preschool students. She earned her bachelor's degree in psychology. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends.