EDUCATION

 

MONTESSORI TEACHER CERTIFICATION

The Montessori Teacher Training Institute of Mercer County Community College is American Montessori Society (AMS) affiliated and is accredited by the Montessori Accreditation Council for Teacher Education (MACTE) (www.macte.org). Our program utilizes the complete Montessori curriculum. 

Classes are held at Robbinsville Montessori located at 2022 Washington Boulevard in Robbinsville, New Jersey; this location allows you to be immersed in the Montessori method from the first day of class.

Who should enroll? 

• Montessori teachers or assistant teachers who do not have certification 
• Teachers and educators who wish to learn (and receive certification in) the Montessori Method 
• Those considering a career in Montessori education - a Montessori Teacher Certificate is recognized in every state and throughout the world. 
• Parents or other individuals who wish to further their understanding of child development and successful teaching methods.

Requirements:

• A proficient understanding of the English language, both written and spoken
• Bachelor’s Degree (to earn a Montessori Teacher designation)
• High school diploma or equivalent or Associates Degree (to earn a Montessori Associate designation)

To earn a certificate, you must complete the following courses and practicum hours. Please visit the Education page at www.mccc.edu/ccs-education to download information about the program including the Adult Learner Handbook and an application. Montessori schools will not hire a teacher without the Montessori Teacher certificate.

Module I (Fall 2022)

• Philosophy/Theory

• Practical Life

Cost: $1,650 (price subject to change)

 

Module II (Fall 2022)

• Sensorial

• Math

• Art

Cost: $1,095 (price subject to change)

 

Module III (Spring 2023)

• Child Development

• Language

• Music, Movement

Cost: $1,215 (price subject to change)

 

Module IV (Summer 2022) 

• Observation
• Parent Involvement/Education
• Science/Social Studies
• Classroom Leadership

Cost: $1,435 (price subject to change) 

 

Practicum - 540 hours 

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Modules I-IV 

Cost: $1,350 

NCEDU-CS009-01 

 

Self-Directed Practicum 

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Modules I-IV 

Cost: $2,230 

NCEDU-CS009-02 

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Module I

The course within this module will present the historical perspective and key components of the Montessori Method through Maria Montessori’s documentation. Montessori theory and education philosophy will be discussed along with the nature and development of young children and their absorbent minds. The importance of practical life learning will also be covered through hands-on applications in a Montessori environment. Students are required to compile an album and prepare short essays.

 

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Module II

This module covers the areas of Sensorial learning, Math, and Art Montessori materials will be presented and practiced upon to strengthen students’ understanding of education and refinement of senses. The Sensorial area of any Montessori classroom builds the foundation of future success. Students will then learn the importance that Math and Art plays in the Montessori classroom. Each student will be required to compile an album for each area as well as begin a resource file.

 

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