Sampa Mandal

Dedicated Montessori Educator – Level 3, with emerging leadership experience and a sound understanding of the philosophy of Montessori and inclusive theory. A master of prepared environments, facilitation for independence, and respectful relationships with children, families, and the community. Known for leading with calm, observing thoughtfully, and communicating out of relationships to grow children, educators, and programs.

Montessori Classroom Lead Teacher - Montessori Casa (Killarney) - Calgary, Canada

(2022-01)

• Co-led a prepared Montessori environment aligned with authentic Montessori philosophy
• Delivered Practical Life, Sensorial, Language, and Math lessons with intentional guidance
• Conducted ongoing observations to support individualized learning and developmental needs
• Applied strengths-based approaches to behavior, recognizing behavior as communication
• Supported classroom flow, transitions, and engagement in collaboration with lead guide
• Partnered with families to share observations and support holistic child development
• Modeled Montessori language, routines, and professional practice for new educators
• Maintained a calm, respectful, and responsive learning environment

Educational Assistant - Calgary Board of Education (CBE) - Calgary, Canada

(2022-01 - 2022-04)

• Supported inclusive elementary classrooms alongside teachers and specialists
• Assisted students with diverse learning and communication needs in 1:1 and small group settings
• Implemented positive behavior supports and emotional regulation strategies
• Assisted with classroom organization, documentation, and daily routines
• Promote a safe, respectful, and supportive learning environment

Assistant Teacher - Fueling Brains Academy - Calgary, Canada

(2019-01 - 2022-12)

• Supported play-based learning activities that promoted holistic child development
• Encouraged social, emotional, cognitive, and physical growth through guided play
• Maintained a safe, inclusive, and engaging classroom environment
• Observed and documented children's learning and developmental progress
• Collaborated with educators and maintained strong family communication

Diploma - Early Childhood Education (Level 3) - Bow Valley College

Montessori Diploma - Early Childhood Education - MACT Montessori College

Diploma - Educational Assistant - ABM College

Master of Arts - History - Rabindra Bharati University

Bachelor of Arts - History - University of Calcutta