About.

Hope Montessori Inc. was founded to nurture the spirit of children and the joy of learning in an atmosphere of freedom, respect, and responsibility. We aim to assist the child in his or her own development by preparing an environment rich in didactic materials that will invite hands-on discoveries. We seek to help each child to build an awareness of self, of others, and the world.  It is our hope, that in giving the best we can give of ourselves, we will be creating a better world.

Established in 2000

Our teachers are experienced and dedicated Montessori Certified Educators. Hope Montessori is recognized and distinguished as a Fully- Affiliated Member by the American Montessori Society We are also registered with the Illinois State Board of Education.

Freedom and Respect

Each child is unique. At Hope, the prepared environment allows children to learn at their own pace, in a non-competitive atmosphere. Children are encouraged to be self-directed. Given a smorgasbord of healthy choices, the child is free to pursue and absorb what he craves for his own personal development. When the child is respectful of himself, others, and the environment, he is in turn respected and trusted. Respect and trust of the child is the root of the Montessori Approach.

Our Team

Traci Tyszka
Founder

Traci Tyszka (Ms. Traci) hails from Chicago’s Southside.  She studied Education, as well as Psychology, Criminal Justice, and English (Literature and Writing) at UIC, Chicago.  

Ann Signor
Teacher

Ann Signore, “Ms. Ann” first came to observe at Hope Montessori in 2002. She completed the MECA Paraprofessional course, in 2003, and joined the Hope staff initially as an Assistant Teacher. In 2005, Ms. Ann earned her Montessori Teacher Certification and has been working as a Lead Teacher ever since.

Ms. Cailyn
​​Ast. Teacher

Ms. Cailyn attended Montessori from infancy through Kindergarten year, at MECA Lab Schools in Hinsdale and Clarendon Hills.  Thereafter, she spent Montessori summers at Hope…eventually earning L.I.T. (leader in training) status.  She now works as an Assistant in the Two Year Old Program.