Meet our Staff

Meena Manaktala, the Executive Director of CMC is a 15 year veteran at the Montessori Schools. She recieved her Bachelor of Arts degree, and went on to become Montessori Certified at the National Center of Montessori Education, as well as California State University, San Bernadino. She enjoys working with children, and helping them realize their educational goals.
Nishu Dada, assistant director, and Kindergarten teacher has 12 years of teaching experience, and has been with CMC for 10 years. She recieved a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology, and then became Montessori Certified from the National Center of Montessori Education. Nishu loves working with children and calls it a satisfying experience.
Zainab Jaffery, assistant director, and Pre-Kindergarten head teacher recieved her Bachelor of Arts degree and then decided to pursue a career in early childhood education, and recieved her certification from American Montessori International. She went on to recieve her certification in early childhood development from Riverside Community College.