our staff
Jessica Ozner, Director and Teacher
Jessica holds a B.S. in Psychology from Brandeis University and an M.A. in Child Development from Tufts University. After starting her professional career in Special Education she returned to her Montessori roots (Bedford Montessori School being her first school experience) and got Montessori certifications in both Infant and Toddler and Early Childhood age groups. She finds joy in seeing children grow to love learning. Outside of school Jessica loves spending time with her husband and their Black Lab Mix, Matilda.
Gayle Sicco, Teacher
Miss G discovered her love for Montessori when both her children attended Bedford Montessori School. She holds her AMS Montessori Certification and has been teaching at Bedford Montessori for the past 16 years. She wants to encourage children to follow their sense of imagination and wonder and cultivate a love of learning. She hopes to empower them to trust themselves and be kind to one another. She enjoys spending time with her family and friends outside of school, being out in nature, and gardening.
Cindy Hudson, Teacher
Cindy received her AMI Montessori certificate in 1993. She taught at the Whitby School in Greenwich, CT and the The Montessori Children’s School in Hanover, NH, before staying home to raise her two children. Cindy returned to teaching in 2013 when she joined the staff of Bedford Montessori School. When Cindy is not at school, she is busy with her volunteer work. In her remaining free time she enjoys constructing jigsaw puzzles, quilting, and learning new crafts.
Mary Jo Smith, Teacher
Mary Jo has been touching the hearts and expanding the minds of students at Bedford Montessori for over 20 years. She loves creating new materials and bringing learning to life. She has three children of her own, all of whom attended Montessori. Outside of school Mary Jo volunteers for a local theater company in their costuming department.
Join our Team!
If you are interested in joining our BMS family, we want to meet you! We are currently looking for additional support staff. Contact jessicaozner@bedfordmontessori.com for more information.