About Us

Stephany Journey

 Owner/Founder/Director

Stephany is the owner, founder, and director at A Little Journey Montessori School. Stephany is a MACTE accredited Montessori teacher and has a decade of experience working with children in a Montessori setting. She has a Bachelor's degree from Montana State University and a master's in Early Childhood Education from the University of Colorado at Denver. Stephany always knew she wanted to work with young children, but finding your passion doesn't always come easy. It was with Stephany's enthusiasm for teaching young children that inspired her to open A Little Journey Montessori School. It is her commitment to help families that need excellence in education, quality childcare and a place for working families to bring their children that they feel that they can trust. She created a space for children 6 years old and younger in order to assist families with more than one child and allow them the convenience of having their children together in one space.

Primary Teachers

Miss Grace

Hey everyone! My name is Grace and I am from Spring Creek, a small town in Nevada! I grew up dancing, running cross country and track. I am currently studying early childhood education with a dual degree in special needs through Western Governors University. I love volunteering and advocating for grief awareness within the schools and community. When at LJMS you will find in the Primary classroom as the assistant teacher. In my free time I love playing any kind of sport, traveling, teaching dance, and being with my friends!

Pre-Primary Teachers

Miss Lexi

Hello! My name is Lexi and I graduated from MSU in 2020 with a degree in Early Childhood Education and P-3 services. I am a co-lead teacher in the pre-primary classroom, and the toddlers hold a special place in my heart! It has been so rewarding watching the kids learn and develop each day. Outside of work I enjoy reading, golfing, and hiking. I am also currently planning my wedding which is happening in 2023.

Pre-Primary Teachers

Miss Kate

Hello! My name is Kate! I am from Minnesota but I moved to Montana in June of 2022. I work full time as a lead in the nido room. My favorite part about this age group is watching them grow and forming such unique personalities. Outside of work I enjoy being outdoors fishing, and swimming as well as going on mini adventures with friends.

Pre-Primary Teachers

Miss Athalia

Hello! My name is Miss Athalia (A-tall-ya) and the children call me Tali. I work in the Pre-Primary classroom. I love being able to work with kids! Their happy attitudes always bring a smile to my face. It is a privilege to watch them learn and grow every day. I was born and raised right here in Montana. I love going on hikes and playing outside with my dog in the summer and ice skating in the winter. I also enjoy painting and different arts and crafts in my free time.

Pre-Primary Teachers

Miss Emily

Hello! My name is Emily and I work in the Pre-Primary classroom. My family moved to Corvallis, MT from WI when I was 3 years old and I’ve been so blessed to call MT home ever since. I’ve worked with children of all ages and settings since I was 17 years old and truly love it! I am in my last year of studying Elementary Education through Western Governors University and hope to one day be a kindergarten teacher. When I am not working you can find me getting cozy with a book and my cat, Fuzzle or at the dog park with my fur baby Bruno.

Nido Teachers

Miss Piper

Hi! I'm Piper, and I'm originally from Wisconsin. I'm studying elementary education and special education at Montana State University. I enjoy working with the pre-primary kids and getting to know their unique personalities. I also like to help out in the primary classroom and nido room. I love watching them learn and grow every day. When I'm not busy with school or work, I like to have fun outdoors by skiing, hiking, camping, and biking.

Nido Teachers

Miss Kendall

Hello! My name is Kendall and I will be graduating this fall from MSU earning my Bachelor's degree in Sociology with a Criminology concentration. I have been a teacher at LJMS for almost 2 months now. I am originally from Washington state but I have called Bozeman my home for about 6 years now. I enjoy working with all age groups but primarily work in the Nido classroom. I love getting to know all the children and their different personalities. I grew up riding horses competitively in three-day eventing and one day hope to have another horse of my own! Currently, in my free time, I like to read, bake, hike, and hangout with my friends!

Assistant Teachers

Miss Evelyn

Hello! My name is Miss Evelyn and I work in the Nido, Pre-Primary, and Primary classrooms. I love working with kids and watching them develop their own amazing and unique personalities. I was born in Minnesota but have been here in Montana for 2 years. I am currently studying Business Marketing at MSU. When I’m not working with kids I enjoy volunteering and being outdoors.

Assistant Teachers

Miss Ava

Hi! I’m Ava, and I primarily work in the Nido room. I am originally from Oregon but moved to Bozeman four years ago to attend Montana State University where I graduated from this past summer. I’ve been working with kids of all ages for about 10 years now. I love watching them learn and grow. Outside of work, I enjoy snowboarding, art, and spending time with friends.