Aja Jones began her educational journey at an independent Reggio-inspired school in Charlottesville, Virginia. The Reggio Emilia approach shaped Aja’s educational philosophy, placing value on student driven learning, a connection with nature, and process over product.

After obtaining her Masters of Teaching from the University of Virginia, Aja spent the next eight years serving in public schools as a lower elementary school teacher and teacher leader. During this time, she achieved her National Board Certification for Early Childhood Education and a Masters in Education for Administration and Supervision from the University of Virginia. 

Aja joined Sabot in 2022, enthusiastic to return to a Reggio Emilia setting and its powerful impact on students’ development and growth.