Erin received her M.Ed and certification in Montessori training at the elementary level from Loyola University (MD) in 2003. She received her certification in NAMTA’s Montessori Orientation to Adolescent Studies and served as a residential host and teacher for this annual event from 2005-2007. Prior to teaching in a Montessori classroom, Erin worked in the field of environmental experiential education. She received her BS in parks and recreation management, with a minor in botany, from Northern Arizona University.