The Center for Montessori Teacher Education/New York was founded in 1979 on the belief that, as a teacher education institution, we should embody the very principles, practices and ideals central to a Montessori classroom:

·  Respect for the individual

·  Development of the human potential

·  Support of the community

·  Nurturing the spirit

·  Pursuit of academic excellence

Our teaching is deeply rooted in the traditions of Dr. Maria Montessori and is enriched by current research in child development, conflict resolution and psychology.   We are affiliated with the American Montessori Society (AMS) and accredited by the Montessori Accreditation Council for Teacher Education (MACTE).

Our rich tradition of quality programs and experienced faculty enables CMTE/NY to graduate students who are qualified to meet the expanding needs of today's Montessori educational system.  We aim to enable and empower adults to assist children in their optimal development and to be a model and resource for families, child care centers, schools and communities throughout the country.

Your  Opportunity

As a student of one of the oldest and most highly respected teacher education programs, you will receive:

· Quality instruction hours with experienced teachers and internationally renowned Montessorians

· Chances to practice the method  with peers and children at the Montessori Children’s Center at Burke Rehabilitation Center in White Plains, NY

· Year-round support through mentoring and on-site consultation

· Access to a network of educators and alumni for professional opportunities

Our programs

Whether you work in a public or private educational environment, we offer a variety of programs to meet your needs and interests.

Each teacher education program consists of:

· Academic phase — Students attend CMTE/NY classes held at one of our training locations

· Practicum phase — Students work at CMTE/NY approved sites of their choice during the school year

· Seminars — Students attend annual seminars to enhance their skills and build community

We offer a variety of options over the course of several summers to fit your schedule.

We invite you to explore our programs to see which one is the best fit for you: 

• Infant and Toddler -- For teaching children from birth to age 3
• Early Childhood – For teaching children ages 2½ to 6
• Elementary I - For teaching children ages 6 to 9
• Elementary II - For teaching children ages 9 to 12
• Elementary I-II - For teaching children ages 6 to 12

 For those with Montessori training for ages 6 to 9 who wish to obtain an American Montessori Society credential to teach ages 6 to 12

• Course for Montessori School Management (CMSM) – For administrators, directors, principals, heads of school and Montessori advocates

Location

The majority of CMTE/NY’s programs are held at the College of New Rochelle in New Rochelle, New York, a 35-minute train ride from New York City.

In addition to experiencing the beauty of Westchester County, our students have the opportunity to explore the cultural environment of Manhattan during planned excursions and in their free time.

New for Fall 2010 – We plan to offer Early Childhood teacher education classes at Christopher Academy in Westfield, New Jersey.

Continuing education

We offer a variety of continuing education opportunities throughout the year, from our symposium for experienced Montessori teachers to customizable workshops at our affiliate locations or on-site at your school.