Ms. Shaminee Keenawinna (Caterpillar Classroom)

Shaminee Keenawinna's school experience in the United States started when she immigrated here at the age of ten. She went on to pursue her Bachelor's degree in Chemistry at San Diego State University. Halfway through her third year of University, Shaminee realized that her true passion was educating children and improving their livelihood. Growing up with a mother who worked in a Montessori school, she was exposed to the Montessori Method at a young age. When she saw the impact that the guide had on the children, Shaminee realized how different the Montessori Method was compared to the public school system. This made her realize that the Montessori Method was the method she wanted to learn, master, and bring forth to the children. Shaminee received her AMI certification from the Montessori Institute of San Diego and went on to work at an AMI Montessori school in Irvine. She then decided to move to San Diego to be closer to her family and friends. Shaminee is truly excited to continue her Montessori Journey with the children, families, and staff at Lifetime Montessori. In her free time, Shaminee enjoys going on hikes, traveling, exploring different parts of Southern California, and spending time with her family.