Andrea O'Brian, as the Executive Director, provides visionary leadership and strategic oversight for PCTE while offering steadfast support to the Program Director. With a tenure at Princeton Montessori School that commenced in 2005, Andrea brings nearly two decades of experience as an independent school administrator to her current role. Renowned for her adeptness in fostering professional growth, she has spearheaded transformative professional development endeavors for administrative teams, emphasizing crucial interpersonal competencies. A sought-after speaker, Andrea regularly shares her insights on leadership at esteemed local and national conferences.

In addition to her impactful leadership within the school community, Andrea has lent her expertise to various accreditation endeavors, serving on accreditation teams for both independent and Montessori schools. She also held a distinguished position on the executive board of the New Jersey Montessori Administrators’ Corporation (NJMAC) from 2018 to 2020.

Andrea's academic journey reflects her commitment to excellence in education. She holds a Master of Arts in Education, with a specialization in Montessori Studies, from St. Catherine’s University, MN, and a Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design from The College of New Jersey, NJ. Her professional credentials include an American Montessori Society (AMS) Administrator credential obtained through Princeton Center for Teacher Education (PCTE), NJ. She has further enriched her knowledge through participation in the AMS Anti-Bias, Anti-Racist (ABAR) Professional Development Course and completion of the International Baccalaureate (IB) Head of School – Middle Years Programme (Cat.1) training. Andrea's multifaceted background underscores her unwavering dedication to educational excellence and inclusive leadership practices.