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What emerges when over 30 years of passionate teaching converges with the disciplined philosophy of Montessori education?

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Soledad Ramirez, affectionately known as Sole, is a devoted educator who has been nurturing minds and souls since 1992. Her path began in El Salvador, where she taught students in coffee plantations, bringing the gift of education to those with limited resources. For nearly 15  years, she also served as a guiding teacher at the esteemed Externado “San José,” a prestigious private Catholic school founded by the Society of Jesus. Here, Sole not only imparted knowledge, teaching Spanish language and grammar, but also honed her craft under direct mentorship in the Montessori education model, laying the foundation for a lifelong commitment to child-centered pedagogy. Her dedication to Montessori principles evolved as she applied her expertise to her work with teenagers at Centro Escolar “Cantón Milingo” in Ciudad Delgado, El Salvador.

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In 2009, Sole’s journey brought her to the United States, where she continued to evolve as an educator. Through afterschool programs like STAR and Gift of Language, she engaged young minds with a creative blend of project-oriented learning and the Spanish language, reflecting her deep commitment to making language acquisition more than just an academic exercise. 

 

Her transition to childcare marked a new chapter, as she sought to make a meaningful impact from the earliest stages of development. As the lead teacher at Yachaywasi Spanish Immersion School, Sole channeled her vast experience into crafting materials and curricula that were not only rooted in Montessori principles but also rich in cultural relevance and creativity. Her work there was a testament to her belief that education is an adaptable and evolving practice —one that requires both structure and imagination.

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In 2016, Sole's vision culminated in the founding of Sole’s Preschool—a vibrant learning community that embodies the essence of her three-decade-long (and counting) journey. The result is a school that doesn't merely tout the Montessori label but truly adheres to its most important ideals, nurturing each child to reach their fullest potential.