In a thriving Montessori environment, assistants and support staff are not just helping hands—they are essential partners in fostering independence, curiosity, and calm. This foundational training honors the vital role they play, offering practical tools and deep insights to ensure their presence aligns beautifully with Montessori principles.
When assistants are well-prepared, the whole classroom breathes easier, and children flourish.
Purpose & Intention
This training provides an experience for new Montessori classroom educators (with zero to two years of Montessori experience) to further their theoretical and practical knowledge for implementing Montessori practice in their classrooms for the ages of 15 months to 3 years old (Toddler/YCC), and 3 years old to 6 years old (Primary).
Course Description
This one-day training focuses on the essential role of the assistant in the following areas through a hands-on and community-building format:
Maintaining and preparing the environment
Connecting children to purposeful work
Supporting the lead guide’s vision for the community
Allowing the guide uninterrupted lesson time and space
We’ll also explore practical strategies for responding to behavior constructively and general grounding in Montessori fundamentals.
This training is designed to be taken each summer, as it explores new topics annually while revisiting previous themes through fresh lenses and updated approaches.
As in previous years, Montessori lead guides trained at the level they serve will facilitate practical, hands-on presentations.
The training is broken into two sections: theoretical and practical application.
Snacks and water provided.
Cost: $350 per person
Location: Traverse City, MI (Westshore Bank & Northern Blooms Montessori)