Justina Žakienė

Montessori Co-Teacher

My career before joining VMS was a project manager in several financial institutions. After many years in this field I felt void in myself and was always drawn towards children. When having my own children (twins) I knew that my passion was to give of myself to the future generation and the citizens of the world.

I had the opportunity of observing a Montessori school for the first time at VMS.  After my observation I realized that this is a path I would like to take. Having attended many of the workshops held for teachers at VMS I started my own carrier as a member of a staff at Vilnius Montessori School.

I regret that I had not known of this method a few years ago as I would have definitely wanted my sons to have had the foundation in the Montessori Method of education.

As I am following my passion, I am reminded of an Oriental proverb that states “Choose a job you love and you will never have to work a day in your life.” I consider it to be an honor to be of service to the children.