Mia has been working with children of all ages in some capacity since 2009, when she earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Communications/Theater Arts and Elementary Education at Western Connecticut State University. She later earned her K-6 Connecticut Teaching Certification. Her experience covers both preschool and elementary school teaching, where she allows child development to lead the way.

Teaching all subjects in all grades from kindergarten to sixth, and jumping on every opportunity to learn something new, she has experience in ESL, reading and math interventions, Reader and Writer Workshop, and teaching reading. In 2016, Mia created and ran a licensed preschool in Danbury, using the Montessori philosophy as its guiding principle. The preschool thrived until COVID struck.

She has performed in community theater and been involved in all aspects of theatrical production, including costuming. From 2011 to 2014, she worked with a fellow teacher to create a summer program for grades 3 and up, where children enjoyed opportunities of self  expression, building self confidence, and working as part of a team. 

Mia is excited to share her knowledge of child development with Malta House moms. Her wish is to empower them with parenting skills and confidence, in hopes of breaking the cycle of poverty and homelessness for them and their children.

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