Gina Tzizik

Gina Tzizik is a Master Montessori Trainer with over 35 years of experience in early childhood education, leadership, and Montessori advocacy. Gina brings her expertise in child development, outdoor education, and the Montessori philosophy to create a nurturing and holistic learning environment. Her commitment to fostering respect for the child, beautiful aesthetically pleasing environments, art education, and spiritual growth is at the heart of her approach.

Gina’s international experiences in Germany and Italy, where her children attended Montessori and Reggio Emilia schools, deeply influence her educational philosophy. Her love for well-designed, aesthetically pleasing educational materials stems from the classical preschool settings she encountered in Europe. She is passionate about blending Montessori principles with outdoor exploration, yoga, and art, promoting a balanced development of mind, body, and spirit.

In addition to her leadership role, Gina is an accomplished artist, painter, and printmaker, integrating her love of creativity into the educational experience at Kindernest. With advanced degrees in Montessori and Jewish Early Childhood Education, Gina continues to shape future educators through her work as a teacher trainer and speaker at national Montessori conferences.

At Kindernest Montessori, Gina’s vision is to create a joyful, nature-connected community where children grow at their own pace and develop a lifelong love of learning.