Nozomi Benson
Toddler Lead Teacher
Nozomi was born and raised in the beautiful coastal countryside of northern Japan. She moved to the United States to attend college and graduated with a Bachelor of Music degree. Nozomi has 15 years of rich experience with teaching young children. Prior to joining Elizabeth Academy, she enjoyed guiding toddler students at Montessori schools in Salt Lake City and San Antonio, Texas as well as teaching in preschool settings in Houston, Texas and Tokyo, Japan. Nozomi obtained her infant/toddler Montessori certificate through the North American Montessori Center in 2007. She is excited to continue guiding children at Elizabeth Academy.
During her free time, Nozomi enjoys playing her flute, traveling, shopping and going to the movies and concerts.