Montessori Teacher Certification

A Montessori Certified Teacher demonstrates mastery of the Montessori curriculum and theory at the particular age level they will teach: Early Childhood (2 through 6 years), Elementary (6 through 9 years and/or 9 through 12 years) and Middle School. The teachers learn how to use specifically designed Montessori materials for all subject areas and how to integrate all subjects to create a three-year program for the respective age levels.

Montessori certification programs exist throughout the world and usually can be completed in one to two years depending on the age level. The programs usually incorporate an internship or student teaching portion, which may require the intern to complete a full year practicum in a class. The certification programs usually require the Montessori intern to have completed at least a Bachelors degree.

The Montessori teachers at Alcuin Montessori School have Bachelors and Masters degrees (or equivalent) as well as American Montessori Society and/or Association Montessori Internationale certification.