Building Bridges - Autism Inclusion in Montessori Environments

Melissa Mueller Droessler, M.Ed., serves as the Director of Curriculum and Instruction and Instructional Leader for the only publicly funded teacher-led AMI Recognized school serving infants through High School in the USA; Isthmus Montessori Academy Public, where every child is welcome and everyone belongs. 

Melissa continues a lifelong commitment to education and has completed graduate work in school leadership at Johns Hopkins University and St. Mary’s University. In addition to being certified and licensed as a School Administrator, Melissa is licensed as a Director of Special Education, Lifetime Educator, and Autism Specialist. 

After completing AMI Diplomas at the 0-3, 3-6, 6-12, and 12-18 levels, Melissa is working to develop the first 0-3 Diploma programme for High School learners and applying to the AMI Training of Trainers programme. 

Melissa enjoys teaching at all levels, and is currently enjoying being a part of the team of High School educators at IMAP. Melissa’s aim for education is to honor the spirit and needs of each individual so that they can contribute to the betterment of the whole. When not at school, Melissa is outside with their four children, partner, and a giant, fluffy dog.