Ayako's profile
Hawaii State Registry Infant/Toddler & Preschool Educator (Up to Age 9) | Montessori Educator (Ages 3–6) | Director, Chaminade University Montessori Laboratory School & Founder of Montessori Album by Anela
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Ayako is the founder of Montessori Album by Anela and serves as the Director of the Chaminade University Montessori Laboratory School in Honolulu, Hawaii. She is also a Hawaii State Registry Infant/Toddler and Preschool educator, qualified to work with children from birth through age 9. With over 20 years of experience in the Montessori field in Hawaii, she has dedicated her career to supporting children, families, and caregivers, with a specialty in Montessori education for children ages 3–6.
Through Montessori Album by Anela, Ayako shares practical, joyful ideas for At Home with Montessori, helping parents and caregivers create calm, meaningful everyday routines that foster independence, confidence, and a lifelong love of learning. She also offers online Montessori courses and workshops for Japanese parents and educators, bringing authentic Montessori practices to families around the world. Ayako supervised the Montessori scooping guide included in this set, ensuring it reflects authentic Montessori principles along with the warmth and insight gained from decades of hands-on experience.
collaborating with meroware
"Working with Gigi and Alice has been truly special. What I especially appreciate is that they are not only proud of their products, but they genuinely care about their customers and approach everything with love and intention. I feel that we share 'Aloha Spirit'—the same values—and that means a lot to me."
— Ayako