Maaian Zelman

Driven by the belief that children and educators deserve to be fully engaged — intellectually, emotionally, and spiritually — I leverage over 15 years in education as a pedagogical coach and mentor. My journey began in the classroom, then transitioned to administrative roles where I directed and developed a thriving, progressive early childhood program at an American School in Israel. I’ve worked across diverse PK-12 settings in Israel, Spain, and the Bay Area. Drawing on this rich experience, my studies from Clark University and Harvard, and a Jewish, multicultural upbringing shaped by living in four countries, I now serve as a coach, curriculum developer, and workshop facilitator. My interactive work empowers educators and leaders to cultivate nurturing communities, equipping them with practical, customized strategies for renewed purpose.

My Availability

  • Days and Times: Available anytime.
  • Travel: Yes, travel is possible with plans made in advance.
  • Online: Available to teach on Zoom.

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My Trainings and Workshops

  • ECE/Preschool
Shift from measurement to a form of assessment that fuels growth. Inspired by Learning Stories and Reggio documentation, this workshop helps you make learning visible, inform practice, empower learners, and build deeper relationships and richer dialogue with children and families....
  • ECE/Preschool
Walk alongside classroom investigations and explore what keeps meaningful projects alive. We’ll delve into what a vibrant culture of inquiry and collaboration looks like, identifying compelling ideas for ongoing inquiry, while understanding the power of group dynamics and the role of documentation....
  • ECE/Preschool
Explore the reflective and intentional practice of truly listening to children through a teacher-researcher mindset. We’ll delve into the profound intellectual processes happening within them and their unique ways of making sense of the world....
  • ECE/Preschool
Examine foundational concepts like the Image of the Child and the role of educators, the Hundred Languages, and Progettazione....