Chloe has been with Wave of the Future since November 2022 when she started as a classroom assistant and after school program lead. In September 2023 she moved into her role as lead Guide, and took on the role of Director in August 2025. Chloe completed her AMI Primary (3-6) Teacher training with Montessori Northwest in 2025. Prior to her leadership role at Wave, she co-founded and led an elementary arts education organization based in Astoria called Art Room. Chloe has been trained in Trauma-Informed Care, Anti-Bias Education, and the Pyramid Model framework. When she is not in the classroom or taking a nature walk with the preschoolers, Chloe spends her time sewing, gardening, or experimenting in the kitchen with cooking and fermentation. Chloe is honored to be a part of this learning community that nurtures holistic development and supports invaluable life skills to children in their most formative years. 

Heather joined the Wave team in June 2024. She is an experienced Montessori Assistant Guide, having worked for 5 years at a Montessori school in Minnesota before moving out west and another year at a Montessori school in Spokane. Heather is enrolled in the AMI 3-6 Guide program starting May 2025 at Montessori Northwest! Heather and her partner have a sweet medium hound mix and a new English golden retriever puppy. They enjoy traveling and pet sitting/house sitting.

Alicia (ah-lee-see-a) is a Long Beach local and currently lives with her partner and Australian Shepherd puppy dog named Kevin! Alicia has always wanted to work with children and started at Wave of the Future Preschool in June 2024. Alicia completed her AMI 3-6 Orientation certification (60 hours) through Montessori Northwest in April 2025. She loves art and when she’s not working at the preschool you can find her at Adrift Spa in her 2nd job as a nail tech.

Olivia started at Wave in October 2026. 

Aurora began her time with Wave as a volunteer in the aftercare program in the Spring of 2025. She loved it so much she returned as an Assistant Teacher in January 2026. Aurora has always loved literature and language, and she's especially drawn to the way stories shape how we understand the world and one another. She values quiet, intentional work and feels most at home in environments that encourage reflection, curiosity, and independence. Montessori philosophy resonates with her because it allows space for thoughtfulness and authenticity, and she strives to bring those values into her work each day. She believes learning is deeply personal, and she approaches her role with care, presence, and a genuine love for meaningful connection.

Cadence started with Wave of the Future in January 2026 as an Assistant Teacher. She has worked with young children in Portland and Astoria since 2023 following the play based and Reggio Emilia approaches and looks forward to experiencing the Montessori method. Outside of the classroom she can be found with her two huskies and husband enjoying a book, gaming, or creating art.

Alysse has worked in education since 2009. She has a passion for exploring new ways of educating children and helping families find joy in the chaos of early childhood. She has earned a bachelor’s degree in elementary education and a master’s degree in early childhood education. She has taught in childcare settings, elementary schools, and has started her own education business teaching music and movement classes with families. Alysse is very excited to immerse herself in learning about Montessori education. 

Alysse is a wife and also a mother to an almost one year old boy and almost two year old girl. In her free time she loves thrifting items for her home and family, crafting, hosting parties, coaching her local high school competitive cheerleading team, and trying to stay awake past 9pm.