Early Childhood Certification Program

The main goal of the MCMS Early Childhood Teacher Certification Program is to help interested individuals become effective Montessori teachers. The program focuses on the spiritual preparation of teachers as well as on the importance of the prepared environment. We hope to instill in students a deep respect for children and a sensitivity to their inner needs and styles of learning.

The program focuses on the spiritual preparation of teachers as well as on the importance of the prepared environment.  Part of the core teaching is to instill in
students a deep respect for children and a sensitivity to their inner needs and styles of learning.

The program content includes Montessori philosophy, theories of child development, the use of didactic materials, early childhood curricula, observation and record keeping, classroom management, science, geography and multicultural education.

To achieve the program’s goals and objectives, students should be able to demonstrate:

• Awareness of the Montessori philosophy as applied to children 2-1/2 to 6.
• An ability to be a trained observer.
• An ability to perceive children’s needs and different styles of learning.
• Knowledge of human development.
• An ability to prepare an environment which maximizes the child’s cognitive, physical, social and emotional growth.
• Awareness of strategies for good classroom management incorporating Montessori’s philosophy of education for peace.
• Practical ability in using Montessori materials.
• The importance of developing good communication skills with children’s parents and families.

Program Schedule

Course Descriptions/Academic Phase

Internship

Graduation Requirements

Master of Education, Goucher College

Admission Procedure

Tuition & Fees/Payment Plans

Application