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Apreyer
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How do I get to be a Montessori teacher?
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charnelle saint-laurent
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Hello,
People usually get a degree in early childhood education in order to be a Montessori teacher in some cases you just need a bachelors. Hope you found this useful.
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People usually get a degree in early childhood education in order to be a Montessori teacher in some cases you just need a bachelors. Hope you found this useful.
-CSL
Michelle M.
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Hello again, Apreyer !
The steps to becoming a Montessori Educator are as exciting as the career itself !
For your state of Maryland, you will need to obtain a Bachelors Degree which doesn't need to be in Education, but I kind of recommend getting your Bachelors Degree in Education or Psychology. Keep in mind that you will be having students from two and a half years old to eighteen years old, so a path for Psychology will afford you a great array of essential psychology classes. Maybe minor in Psychology. They do not require any specific subject for your Bachelors but you'll want to be prepared and able to switch to public school if you want or need to. Go for the Education Degree, though, so you can get certified for teaching. You then take and complete the Montessori Teacher Education Program, which is about 13 months. For this program, you will need to pass a state and federal background check before beginning your studies and maintain this status to remain enrolled in the program. When you complete the program, you will receive your Montessori Educator Certification.
Now, I advise that while in college, specifically take an Early Childhood Development course and a Psychology of Adolescents course because you will be having mixed aged students in your class. Really what will be the phase that trains you with targeted education will be the 13 month Montessori Teacher Education Program.
Since I had mentioned to you in your other post that there are six Montessori Schools in your city of Baltimore, I would suggest contacting all of them for a visit. Explain that you are a future Montessori Educator and would like a tour and you can ask them any questions you may have about the degree, the school and the students. As well, inquire if you can do any volunteer work at any of the schools. In addition ask if you could possibly do a Work Study job at one of the schools while you are in college. You can get Work Study by applying for it through Federal Student Financial Aid for your Bachelors Degree. Talk to the college about setting up an off campus work study job for you and explain to the Montessori staff that Financial Aid pays for this, not them. Doing volunteer work or a Work Study job for them will give you a big lead way and they'll get to know you as you get familiar with the environment and the students.
I hope this is helpful as I am really rooting for you and believe that everything will fall into place for you !
The steps to becoming a Montessori Educator are as exciting as the career itself !
For your state of Maryland, you will need to obtain a Bachelors Degree which doesn't need to be in Education, but I kind of recommend getting your Bachelors Degree in Education or Psychology. Keep in mind that you will be having students from two and a half years old to eighteen years old, so a path for Psychology will afford you a great array of essential psychology classes. Maybe minor in Psychology. They do not require any specific subject for your Bachelors but you'll want to be prepared and able to switch to public school if you want or need to. Go for the Education Degree, though, so you can get certified for teaching. You then take and complete the Montessori Teacher Education Program, which is about 13 months. For this program, you will need to pass a state and federal background check before beginning your studies and maintain this status to remain enrolled in the program. When you complete the program, you will receive your Montessori Educator Certification.
Now, I advise that while in college, specifically take an Early Childhood Development course and a Psychology of Adolescents course because you will be having mixed aged students in your class. Really what will be the phase that trains you with targeted education will be the 13 month Montessori Teacher Education Program.
Since I had mentioned to you in your other post that there are six Montessori Schools in your city of Baltimore, I would suggest contacting all of them for a visit. Explain that you are a future Montessori Educator and would like a tour and you can ask them any questions you may have about the degree, the school and the students. As well, inquire if you can do any volunteer work at any of the schools. In addition ask if you could possibly do a Work Study job at one of the schools while you are in college. You can get Work Study by applying for it through Federal Student Financial Aid for your Bachelors Degree. Talk to the college about setting up an off campus work study job for you and explain to the Montessori staff that Financial Aid pays for this, not them. Doing volunteer work or a Work Study job for them will give you a big lead way and they'll get to know you as you get familiar with the environment and the students.
I hope this is helpful as I am really rooting for you and believe that everything will fall into place for you !
Rafael Diaz Montelongo
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Hi Apreyer,
To become a Montessori teacher, research the Montessori method, typically requiring a bachelor's degree. Choose an accredited training program, complete the coursework and practical experience, and obtain your credential. Gain experience as an assistant teacher, engage in professional development, and apply for positions. Join Montessori networks to connect with schools and educators. Baltimore and the surrounding area may have Montessori training centers. For instance, the Washington Montessori Institute, affiliated with AMI, is in nearby Columbia, Maryland, and offers recognized training courses. Hope this helps!
To become a Montessori teacher, research the Montessori method, typically requiring a bachelor's degree. Choose an accredited training program, complete the coursework and practical experience, and obtain your credential. Gain experience as an assistant teacher, engage in professional development, and apply for positions. Join Montessori networks to connect with schools and educators. Baltimore and the surrounding area may have Montessori training centers. For instance, the Washington Montessori Institute, affiliated with AMI, is in nearby Columbia, Maryland, and offers recognized training courses. Hope this helps!