Educator Biography & Philosophy
Sarah holds a Master's in Early Childhood Education from UT Austin with advanced specialization in the Reggio Emilia methodology. Prior to joining Nurtiva in 2020, she led early discovery programs in Seattle and Milan.
She designs open-ended, child-led investigations that turn everyday curiosity — a puddle, a shadow, a snail — into rich weeks-long learning projects.
"My goal is not to fill an empty vessel, but to kindle a fire that burns with joy for the rest of their lives."
How Sarah Builds a Classroom Culture
Sarah treats children's questions as the starting point for curriculum. She documents interests, introduces beautiful open-ended materials, and gives children enough uninterrupted time to revisit an idea until it becomes a deeper project.
Reggio project work
Language-rich environments
Emotional literacy
Art & documentation
Professional Credentials
Sarah holds an M.Ed. from UT Austin, a Reggio Emilia specialization from Reggio Children in Italy, and current paediatric CPR and first-aid certification renewed each year.
40+ training hrs / year
Quarterly observation
Safety refreshers
Curriculum labs
How Sarah Communicates With Families
Daily Notes
Specific observations about play, routines, interests, and social
Quarterly Conference
Development discussion, portfolio review, and next-cycle goals.
Transition Planning
Shared strategies for separation, toileting, or classroom moves.
Open Questions
Parents can message educators for routine classroom questions.
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