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Meet Our Educators
Carrie Lamb - Director
Hello, I’m Carrie Lamb and I am the new Executive Director here at Children’s House Montessori. I hold a BS in Elementary Education from Montana State University. I have been in the childcare and education world in Whitefish for the past 20 years as a Nanny, Preschool Teacher, Children's Activities Manager, Paraeducator, Behavior Interventionist, Summer Camp Director, and my favorite Coach. My family and I enjoy year-round recreation, especially playing softball in the summer and skiing in the winter. My favorite children’s book is Go Away, Big Green Monster by Ed Emberley.
Emily Kyllo - Associate Director
Hello! My name is Emily Kyllo, and I’m the new Associate Director here at CHMS. I have a degree in Early Childhood Education and Development, and have been working with children for the better part of 7 years. I like to spend my time reading, baking, and hanging out with my husband and daughter. My favorite children’s book is Frybread by Kevin Noble Maillard.
Lara Mann- Aspen Class Lead Teacher
Hello, my name is Lara Mann and I am the Lead Teacher in the Aspen Classroom. I hold a BS in Environmental Studies from The College of Idaho, and a MS in Natural Science Education from The University of Wyoming. This is my 9th year teaching, and my 3rd year at CHMS. I enjoy picking huckleberries, hiking, skiing, and gardening. My favorite children’s book is Duncan & Dolores by Barbara O'Neal.
Darcie Blanden - Birch Class Lead Teacher
Hello, my name is Darcie Blanden and I am the Lead Teacher in the Birch Classroom. I hold a Bachelors of Science degree in Health and Human Development as well as being Montessori Certified through the American Montessori Society. I am an outdoor enthusiast and I enjoy hiking, skiing, and following my kids to all their activities. My favorite children’s book is The Giving Tree by Shel Silverstein.
Eve Hunter- Saplings Class Lead Teacher
Hello, my name is Eve Hunter and I am the Lead Teacher in the Saplings classroom. I have a BA in Art from Linfield College and a MA in Education-Montessori from Montessori Northwest and Loyola University. I have been working with children since 2001 as a nanny, a Head Start teacher and a Montessori teacher. This is my 10th year working at CHMS in the Saplings program. I enjoy hiking, camping, knitting and being crafty. My favorite children’s book is Blueberries For Sal by Robert McCloskey.
Maegan Schuler - Saplings Class Assistant Teacher
Hello, my name is Maegan Schuler and I am an Assistant Teacher in the Saplings Classroom. I’m so excited to be returning to CHMS this year!
Camas Johnson- Saplings Class Assistant Teacher
My name is Camas Johnson and I am a Teachers’ Assistant in the Saplings classroom. I am a high school graduate, and I've loved my years here at Children’s House! I love hanging with my two fluffy dogs, skiing, kayaking and gardening. My favorite Children’s Book is the Paper Bag Princess by Robert Munsch.
Alysa Mitchell- Aspen Class Assistant Teacher
Hello, my name is Alysa Mitchell and I am the Assistant Teacher in the Aspen Classroom. I haven't been at CHMS long, but I’m excited to become a long lasting member of the CHMS community.
Amanda Fleming - Birch Class Assistant Teacher
Hello, my name is Amanda Fleming and I am the Assistant Teacher here in the Birch classroom. I have been on campus as a teacher and administrator since 2008. I hold a degree in Early Childhood Education through Flathead Valley Community College as well as being Montessori Certified through American Montessori Society. In addition to teaching at CHMS, I spent seven years teaching at FVCC. I am an avid outdoor enthusiast and I enjoy hiking, fishing, and camping with my husband and our three grown sons. My favorite children’s book is The Little Red Fish by Tae-Eun Yoo.