Coaching & Professional Development
Grow with Ms. Catalina
AMI Montessori Educator · School Director · Early Childhood Coach & Mentor
Catalina Murcia brings over 25 years in education — specializing in Montessori practice, school leadership, child development, teacher coaching, and parent education — to schools, teaching teams, and families who want to go deeper.
About Ms. Catalina
A lifetime in Montessori
My passion is helping teachers develop confidence, deepen their understanding of Montessori philosophy, and create beautiful, purposeful environments where children and adults thrive. My specialty is the preparation of the adult and my own Peace education curriculum — a comprehensive, scientific, and holistic approach to guidance and discipline.
Qualifications
- Three Association Montessori Internationale (AMI) Diplomas
- Early Childhood Coaching & Mentoring Certification
- Texas Child Care Director Credential
- Texas State Approved Trainer
- NAMTA Montessori Administrator Course
- Montessori teacher educator and mentor
- Parent educator and workshop facilitator
Selected experience
- Teaching in Montessori teacher education programs.
- Hosting professional development events alongside Barbara Gordon through MINT’s Journeys & Discoveries series.
- Serving as a guest speaker for Texas A&M University with Dr. Thompson on child development.
- Participating in an interdisciplinary research group studying developmental cascades — collaborating on research, conference presentations, and professional publications.
- Coaching Montessori educators, administrators, and school leadership teams in creating authentic Montessori environments and strengthening classroom practice.
What I Offer
Two ways to work together
For Educators & Schools
Professional development, coaching, and mentoring for Montessori teachers, administrators, and leadership teams — building confidence, deepening philosophy, and preparing authentic, purposeful environments.
For Parents & Families
Parent education and workshops rooted in Montessori and Peace education — practical, compassionate guidance for supporting your child’s development and independence at home.
Full details are in the service flyers. View the flyers →
Let’s work together
Interested in coaching, professional development, or a parent workshop? Reach out and we’ll find a time to talk about your school, team, or family.