Heidy Lilchin Simon

Heidy Lilchin Simon is an accomplished educator with extensive experience in Montessori education. Currently serving as the Director and Founder of the International Center for Montessori Studies since June 2019, Heidy oversees various teacher training certification programs. As the Executive Director of the Montessori Florida Coalition since January 2017, Heidy plays a crucial role in professional development and community building within the Florida Montessori network. Heidy is also a TEAC Early Childhood Representative for the American Montessori Society and operates as a Montessori Education Consultant since May 2014, focusing on curriculum development and training for South Florida schools. Previously, Heidy held roles at Barry University as the Montessori Program Director and Adjunct Instructor and served as Lead Teacher at Casa dei Bambini Montessori School. Heidy holds both a Master of Science and a Bachelor of Science in Montessori Education from Barry University.