Kristen Moreno (She/Her)
Tots 3 Support Guide
My name is Kristen Moreno. I was born and raised in Tucson, Arizona, and while I am very loyal to the beautiful Sonoran Desert I grew up in, I feel lucky to call Texas my other home. Nothing could take away my love of two-stepping and hill country swim holes.
I’ve had the pleasure of working with children since 2016, and discovered the Montessori method in 2020 when I began working at Mariposa Montessori School as a Toddler Support Guide. After a few years in the toddler community, my curiosity and passion led me to the Nido/infant community, where I spent three years as a Lead Guide. Working closely with children in an authentic Montessori environment completely transformed my life and inspired me to pursue my Montessori birth-three teacher training. I earned my Infant/Toddler credential through the Center for Guided Montessori Studies in the summer of 2024.
I’ve had the pleasure of working with children since 2016, and discovered the Montessori method in 2020 when I began working at Mariposa Montessori School as a Toddler Support Guide. After a few years in the toddler community, my curiosity and passion led me to the Nido/infant community, where I spent three years as a Lead Guide. Working closely with children in an authentic Montessori environment completely transformed my life and inspired me to pursue my Montessori birth-three teacher training. I earned my Infant/Toddler credential through the Center for Guided Montessori Studies in the summer of 2024.
I have a deep love and respect for nature, plants, and animals and enjoy spending time outdoors – especially hiking and camping. I am passionate about music, yoga, and dance and enjoy going two-stepping with my husband, Jaime. I am also an avid cat lady and love spending time with my own kitty, Pumpkin.
It is an honor to be a guide on this special journey of infancy and early childhood, as I believe the Montessori method of education has the power to positively change the world. I am thrilled to be joining the Athena Community this school year (I’ve had my sights set on Athena for some time) and I look forward to beginning my journey with you all!
With Gratitude,
Kristen Moreno
Kristen joined the Athena community in 2025.
Athena Montessori Academy
Office:
1503 Morgan Lane, Austin, TX 78704
Parking Lot:
1400 West Ben White Boulevard, Austin, TX 78704
Tel: (512) 494-6237
1503 Morgan Lane, Austin, TX 78704
Parking Lot:
1400 West Ben White Boulevard, Austin, TX 78704
Tel: (512) 494-6237
“Athena is Montessori with flexibility. What a perfect combination of Montessori learning and respect with fun. As a working parent I find the after care options and extracurricular programs to be priceless!”
- Rose Koransky (Child now attending Zilker Elementary)