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Our team is deeply grounded in authentic Montessori preparation, bringing together educators who are carefully trained to guide each child with skill, purpose, and respect for individual development.
At Alexander Montessori School, our teachers complete rigorous Montessori training and use close observation to support every child’s unique learning journey. As a leading Montessori school in Miami, we create thoughtfully prepared environments where children build independence, confidence, curiosity, and a lifelong love of learning.
Joyce McGhee
Head of School
Brette Rothfield
Associate Head of School and Business Manager
Ismary Hassun
Elementary School Principal
Tessy Wassmann
Director of Admissions and Marketing
Dr. McGhee has a BS, Urban Studies, Trinity College, Hartford, CT; MS Ed. (Primary and Elementary Education), Ph. D. (Educational Leadership), University of Miami, FL; Association Montessori Internationale (AMI) Preschool Montessori Teacher’s Certificate, Perugia, Italy; Montessori Elementary Teacher’s Certificate for ages 6 to 12 from AMS, Dallas, TX; Florida State Teacher’s Certificate in Primary and Elementary Education.
Dr. McGhee taught at Alexander for three years in Preschool and six years in Middle School Prep as a Mathematics Instructor. She has been a trainer and consultant with the Mortensen Math Program. She is also the Co-Director of the Montessori Teacher Training Institute (MTTI). She has been an Administrator since 1992.
The McGhee’s have two children, both of whom attended Alexander Montessori School and Ransom Everglades School.
Mr. Rothfield has a BA, Psychology and Drama, Tufts University, Somerville, MA. He is an alum of Alexander (Class of 1990) and manages the School and Camp Administrative Office.
Mr. Rothfield currently serves on the School Accreditation Commission for the American Montessori Society (AMS) as well as the Board of Directors for the Association of Independent Schools of Florida (AISF). He was awarded the Alan O'Such Memorial Outstanding Service Award by AISF in 2012, as well as the Paul C. Ransom Founders Cup (Ransom Everglades Class of 1996). He has served as President and Vice President of the Florida Independent School Business Officers (FISBO). He both chairs and serves on Accreditation Teams for several organizations, including AMS, the Florida Council for Independent Schools (FCIS), and AISF. He was formerly a Registration Manager for Landmark Worldwide, a training and development organization.
MS, Elementary Education, Barry University, Miami, FL. BA, Elementary Education, St. Thomas University, Miami, FL. AMS Montessori 6-12 Certificate, Barry University. Mrs Hassun is an experienced Montessori Teacher. She taught Elementary Montessori in Miami-Dade public schools for 8 years.
With over 20 years of experience in independent and international schools, Tessy Wassmann serves as Director of Admissions and Marketing at Alexander Montessori School, bringing expertise in enrollment management, strategic marketing, and fostering meaningful relationships with families.Tessy’s connection to Alexander is both personal and professional. Having previously supported the school’s marketing efforts, she is honored to return to a community that has played a meaningful role in her own family’s journey. Her daughter began her educational path at Alexander, and her two nephews are proud Alexander alumni.Fluent in English, Spanish, and French, Tessy has worked with diverse school communities in Miami, Austin, and Switzerland. She holds a Master’s degree in Counselor Education from Florida International University and a Certificate in School Management and Leadership from Harvard. Tessy believes that strong school-home partnerships and a genuine sense of belonging are essential to a thriving school community.
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