Amanda Konopaska

Amanda Konopaska has a diverse work experience in the field of Montessori education. Amanda started their career as an Upper Elementary Montessori Teacher at Romeo Montessori School from June 2008 to July 2009. During this time, they successfully managed a multi-age classroom and implemented a tailored curriculum for each student.

In 2009, Amanda joined Choice Schools Associates as an Upper Elementary Montessori Teacher. Amanda remained in this role until May 2014, where they differentiated instruction across three grade levels and played a key role in organizing a school-wide character education program.

After that, Amanda became the Head of School at Choice Schools Associates for a brief period from May 2014 to August 2014. Amanda was responsible for managing the start-up of a new school, coordinating contractors, recruiting staff, and building relationships with families.

From August 2014 to December 2021, Amanda took on the role of Montessori Education Specialist at Choice Schools Associates. In this position, they developed and managed the Montessori Aligned Preparation Program for newly hired teachers. Amanda also served as the lead representative for curriculum development and alignment projects and mentored instructional building coaches and mentors.

Additionally, Amanda worked as a Montessori Advocate & Blogger at Montessori Rocks! from an unspecified date in 2014 to 2020. In this role, they marketed the brand to schools across the United States and beyond, managed the editorial calendar, organized webinars and contests, and educated parents, teachers, and future students about the benefits of a Montessori education.

Overall, Amanda Konopaska has a strong background in Montessori education, with experience as a teacher, administrator, curriculum developer, and advocate.

Amanda Konopaska completed their Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) degree in Elementary Education and Teaching at Wayne State University from 2004 to 2006. Amanda then pursued a Master of Arts (M.A.) in Educational Leadership at Central Michigan University, specializing in Charter School Leadership Emphasis, from 2013 to 2015. Additionally, Amanda obtained the Elementary II Credential from the Michigan Montessori Teacher Education Center. Amanda has also obtained several certifications, including the School Administrator Certificate from the Michigan Department of Education in November 2015, the Professional Education Certificate in May 2012, and the Provisional Teaching Certificate in June 2008.