ABOUT OUR MONTESSORI EDUCATION

Primary adult learners will take part in a 6 ½ week, Monday through Friday, 8:00 am-5:00 pm intensive training. During this period, the CCME mentor teachers will cover
  • The Montessori philosophy as it applies to 2.5 to 6 years old
  • Leadership
  • Practical Life curriculum
  • Sensorial curriculum
  • Child Development
  • Mathematics curriculum
  • Language curriculum
  • Developing cultural units
After completing the summer intensive training, adult learners will embark on their internship. Minimum requirements for this portion of training are nine months at least three consecutive hours, five days per week in a classroom that serves the age for which their summer intensive training covered. In addition to the above, each month, there will be required monthly workshops until the end of the internship. Each workshop will be held on a Saturday and Sunday. These workshops will cover additional subjects such as literature, music, mindfulness, etc., as well as curriculum testing and presentations.

Central California Montessori 
Education Mission Statement 

Central California Montessori Education (CCME) prepares adults to become capable, ethical Montessori educators through high-quality, inclusive teacher education. Our mission is achieved by offering a well-developed curriculum, experienced instructors, and a supervised practicum that integrates theory and practice. CCME supports adult learners of all backgrounds in gaining the skills and understanding needed to create and lead Montessori learning environments.

Central California Montessori Education Goals

Prepare competent Montessori teachers who can
  • Manage a full Montessori classroom
  • Implement all curriculum areas
  • Set up a complete classroom
  • Adequately move children through the curriculum at the child’s pace
  • Communicate with parents
  • Communicate and work collaboratively with other educational professionals in the school and the community.