Montessori Teacher Academy
Overview
Academics
Objectives
The Montessori Teacher Academy provides complete and fully accredited courses in Montessori Teacher Education for children ages 2½ through 6. This program prepares adults to acquire the insights and skills needed to work with children, meet their individual needs, and plan for their continuity of learning experiences through the Montessori philosophy, theory, methodology, and practical implementation.
The adult learner will learn to demonstrate theoretical knowledge and research findings in child development and early childhood education. The student will also become part of a school team and learn how to work well with co-workers, administration, staff, parents, and the community.
Admissions
Credentials offered
- AMS Early Childhood Credential, Bachelor's Degree from an accredited U.S. institution required.
- AMS Associate Early Childhood Credential, high school diploma or equivalent required.
- International Early Childhood Credential, Bachelor’s Degree from a foreign university required.
TUITION AND FEES
Fees
registration
Non-refundable
due upon enrollment
$250.00
Association
Strf fee
Non-refundable “fee” required by the BPPE
$450.00
$20.00
Credential Fee
Due prior to graduation
$300.00
Tuition
Summer Intensive Tuition
Due June 1
$4,000.00
Fall Tuition
$1,400.00
Winter Tuition
$1,400.00
Total
$7,820.00
For More Information
Hours on site:
During the month of June
Monday – Friday
12 pm – 7 pm
And select Saturdays
9 am – 12 pm
Monarch Bay Montessori Academy
32920 Pacific Coast Hwy.
Dana Point, California 92629
Call us 9 am – 5 pm
Monday – Friday
Montessorita
32920 Pacific Coast Highway, Dana Point, California 92629
(949) 242-0250
COURSE COMPONENTS
SUMMER COMPONENT
ACADEMIC YEAR COMPONENT
During the academic year, we explore the Montessori Methodology through readings, lectures, class discussions, and assignments. The courses covered are Philosophy, Child Development, Classroom Leadership, Observation, and Cultural Subjects.
Philosophy dives into the exploration of Maria Montessori’s life and the key elements of the Montessori Methodology. Child Development gives you a look into current and past theologists, developmental patterns of young children, different learning styles, and family dynamics. You gain knowledge about classroom management strategies, environmental design, and communication tactics through Classroom Leadership. During the Observation course, you learn a framework for observation and reflection that connects theory to practice. Finally, you learn how to expand the children’s awareness of the world around them through Cultural Studies. Anti-Bias and Anti-Racist Education is interwoven through all the coursework as is relevant and necessary.PRACTICUM COMPONENT
CURRENT COHORTS
2024 WINTER COHORT
2024 SUMMER COHORT
2024 FALL COHORT
Hybrid Program
January 2024 – December 2024
Hybrid Program
June 2024 – May 2025
Hybrid Program
September 2024 – December 2025
SCHEDULE
SCHEDULE
SCHEDULE
Orientation Meeting
December 6, 2023
First day of class
January 8, 2024
Orientation Meeting
May 22, 2024
First day of class
June 3, 2024
Orientation Meeting
August 21, 2024
First day of class
September 3, 2024
Academic courses
Academic courses
Academic courses
Course Semesters Online:
Winter/Spring: January – May 2024
Fall: September – December 2024
Tuesdays 6:00 – 9:00 PM on Zoom
Synchronous and asynchronous
Workshops In–person:
January – December 2024
Select Saturdays from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Summer Intensive In–person:
June 3 – June 28, 2024
Monday – Friday 12:00 – 7:00 PM
Summer Intensive In–person:
June 3 – June 28, 2024
Monday – Friday 12:00 – 7:00 PM
Course Semesters Online:
Fall: September – December 2024
Winter/Spring: January – May 2024
Tuesdays 6:00 – 9:00 PM on Zoom
Synchronous and asynchronous
Workshops In–person:
September 2024 – May 2025
Select Saturdays from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Course Semesters Online:
Fall: September – December 2024
Winter/Spring: January – May 2024
Tuesdays 6:00 – 9:00 PM on Zoom
Synchronous and asynchronous
Workshops In–person:
September 2024 – May 2025
Select Saturdays from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Summer Intensive In–person:
June 9 – July 3, 2025
Monday – Friday 12:00 – 7:00 PM
Practicum
Practicum
Practicum
January 2024 – December 2024
September 2024 – May 2025
September 2024 – May 2025
Calendar
JANUARY 2024 COHORT
November 29, 2023
VIRTUAL INFORMATION SESSION
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December 6, 2023
ORIENTATION SESSION
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January to May 2024
WINTER ACADEMIC COMPONENT
Monarch Bay Montessori
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September to December 2024
FALL ACADEMIC COMPONENT
Monarch Bay Montessori
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June 3 to 28, 2024
SUMMER ACADEMIC COMPONENT
- Week 1 – Practical Life
- Week 2 – Language
- Week 3 – Sensorial
- Week 4 – Math
12 – 7:00 pm
In-person at Monarch Bay
Montessori Academy
June 2024
Graduation
PARAPROFESSIONAL COURSE
August 2024
MONTESSORI ASSISTANT TRAINING COURSE
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