Susan Zoll

Dr. Susan Zoll is a passionate educator, researcher, and Montessori advocate dedicated to helping children unlock their full human potential. With a rich career spanning higher education and leadership on federally funded literacy initiatives, she has championed innovative tools designed to share individualized literacy outcomes with teachers and families—which earned national recognition.

A trained Montessori educator, Dr. Zoll has guided young learners, trained teachers in the Montessori Language curriculum, served as Head of School, and contributes as a Board of Trustee member. Her research spans historical studies of early Montessori adopters, the creation of a Montessori logic model for educational research, and best practices in coaching educators.

She is the co-author of three celebrated books: Powerful Literacy in the Montessori Classroom (2023), Effective Literacy Assessment in the Montessori Classroom: Using Data to Inform Instruction (2025), and The Montessori Journey (2026). Her contributions to Montessori research and education have been recognized by the American Montessori Society’s Impact Award. Through her writing, Dr. Zoll invites educators, families, and educational advocates to discover practical, research-driven strategies for supporting all learners.