Greater Cincinnati Center for Montessori Education
Greater Cincinnati Center for Montessori Education
Montessori Certification for Infant/Toddler and Early Childhood Programs
Gateway Community and Technical College
1030 Old State Road
Park Hills, KY
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GCCME provides a high quality Montessori teacher education program. Through in-depth exploration of philosophy and methods, students graduate from the program with a deep understanding of Montessori education and current trends in child development. Students will be well-prepared to meet the challenges of being a classroom teacher.
A course dedicated to educating Montessori teachers must have, as its guiding values, the fundamental principles upon which Maria Montessori based her philosophy. The same principles that pertain to children’s education need to be applied, whenever possible, to adults as well. GCCME believes that by following these principles, students taking the course will continue to grow in their understanding of Montessori education long past the completion of the program.
Conveniently located in Gateway Community and Technical College's Park Hills campus, GCCME provides a fully equipped Montessori environment where students can practice with a complete complement of Montessori materials.
Greater Cincinnati Center for Montessori Education (GCCME) was established to provide quality instruction to individuals who wish to become certified Montessori teachers. Throughout its history, GCCME has provided instruction in an atmosphere of inspiration, helpfulness, and individuality. The quality of the program, supported by highly experienced faculty, prepares our graduates to become Montessori teachers who are fully equipped to meet the needs of today's children and families.
But don’t take our word for it; see what graduates have said about the program;
“A very strong course. I have recommended it to many people who show interest. Perfect fit for college grads looking to change careers.”
“The time and energy that the instructors have powered into my education is time well invested. I will never forget the core message they taught.”
“Excellent instructors- I feel very well prepared and blessed to have learned from them.”
Throughout this Montessori instruction program you will gain:
- An understanding of Montessori philosophy, theory and methodology,
- An understanding of pertinent research findings in the field of child development,
- Practical skills necessary to implement the Montessori philosophy and methods in the classroom
- Insights and skills necessary to work effectively and meet the individual needs of children
- Skills and attitudes necessary to become part of a professional team and work effectively with administration, coworkers and parents.
Enrollment and Tuition
Individuals who wish to participate in the program must pass the application process, submit a completed application and pay a $100 fee. The time of completion for the program varies between one and a half and two years
Workshops and Practicum
Classes are held at Children, Inc.'s training site located at Gateway Community and Technical College's Park Hills campus with visits to various Montessori environments in the Greater Cincinnati area. Upon completion of the Early Childhood Montessori course, students who enroll at Gateway may receive 18 credit hours toward an associate degree in the Interdisciplinary Early Childhood Education (IECE) program offered through Gateway.
“The first duty of the educator, whether he is involved with the newborn infant or the older child, is to recognize the human personality of the young being and respect it.”
Maria Montessori
For more information or to register, contact Crystal Dahlmeier at 859-431-2075.
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