Ms. Farkhanda Iqbal
Lead Teacher
Farkhanda Iqbal is a Montessori educator and has been teaching for 28 years. She is a self-motivated and collaborative person who loves to work in a team.
After her undergraduate degree, she started her career as a teacher in a renowned school in Pakistan (Beaconhouse School System). She also attended several Montessori workshops including one by Mrs. Gool K. Minwala who studied and worked with Maria Montessori.
She is fortunate to have completed two Montessori credentials, one from NAMC (North American Montessori Center) for the 3-6 years age group and one from AMS (American Montessori Society). She is passionate about teaching, and working with children is a joy for her.
Ms. Farah Tumbi
Co-Lead Teacher
Casa Dei Bambini Montessori is happy to introduce Ms. Farah Tumbi. She is a dedicated and collaborative educator with a passion for working with children and being part of a team.
With a background in Psychology, Political Science, and English Literature, Ms. Farah embarked on her teaching journey at the esteemed Nasr pre-primary school in Hyderabad, India. Her love for teaching and nurturing children led her to pursue Montessori credentials from Gulf Coast Montessori, affiliated with the American Montessori Society.
Ms. Farah is thrilled to embark on an exciting academic year, creating a prepared environment filled with energy and fun for your child’s growth and development. Her inspiration comes from the words of Dr. Maria Montessori:
“The greatest gift we can give our children are the roots of responsibility and the wings of independence.”
Ms. Shazia Zehra
Lead Teacher
Shazia Zehra is a certified AMI teacher, with 15 years of experience in teaching. Shazia joined Casa in 2014 and is currently teaching Primary 3.
After completing her Bachelor of Arts, Shazia’s childhood dream of teaching lead her to Montessori training. During her training, she had the privilege to train under the supervision of Mrs. Gool K Minwalla, who received official training from Maria Montessori.
One of Shazia’s favorite quotes from Maria Montessori is, “Free the child’s potential, and you will transform him into the world.” This captures Shazia’s passion for being a part of your child’s life and to see them grow and develop not only physically, but emotionally, socially, and academically. As a Montessori teacher, she acts as a facilitator. She encourages young children to explore and uncover their surroundings and strives to constantly maintain an environment that keeps the joy of discovery kindled!
Ms. Reenu Saini
Lead Teacher
Reenu Saini is a lead teacher in Primary 4. She’s certified Montessori teacher and been teaching for 4 plus years in Casa Dei Bambini.
She’s a firm believer in Montessori methods of teaching and enjoy working with children and helping them build confidence in their ability to achieve success academically, socially, and emotionally. She believes in maintaining a happy, positive working environment.
She loves helping children to solve conflicts peacefully, care for themselves and the environment and become responsible global citizens. Her teaching passion and commitment has grown with every year. She is excited and looking forward to being a part of your child’s learning journey and share her knowledge to contribute to their overall development.
“The goal of early childhood education should be to activate the child’s own natural desire to learn.”
~The Absorbent Mind
Ms. Sidra Iqbal
Lead Teacher
Sidra Iqbal is the lead teacher in Primary 5. She is very happy to be part of the Casa family.
“We must help the child to act for himself, will for himself, think for himself; this is the art of those who aspire to serve the spirit .”
~Maria Montessori
Ms. Mehrun Nayani
Assistant Teacher
Ms. Yan Zhou
Assitant Teacher
Ms. Sonia Manesia
Assistant Teacher
Ms. Manizeh Motani
Assistant Teacher
Ms. Abida Arastu
Primary Aftercare Lead
CDB MONTESSORI
@ RIVERSTONE
20211 South University Blvd,
Missouri City , TX 77459
Phone : 281-261-CASA (2272)