We are committed to supporting the individual growth and interests of adult students, including those who may be encountering Montessori philosophy for the first time. The following courses prepare students for certification by the American Montessori Society. Major curriculum areas are presented during the summer academic phase. All courses include a nine-month student teaching practicum. Practicum students work under the supervision of certified Montessori students and are usually paid a small stipend.
Academic work is completed at seminars held on weekends during the practicum.
Early Childhood and Elementary students must complete competency evaluations at each seminar. All courses include a strong Observation component with assignments to be completed during the summer and the practicum. MECR students learn to interact appropriately in environments specially designed to make the most of the child's tremendous potential in these early years. Emphasis is placed on the role of the caregiver as an assistant to child and the family in the development of positive adult-child relationships. The child at this age is refining large and fine motor coordination, practical and social skills, concentration, a sense of order, independence, reasoning and awareness.