The Montessori Center for Teacher Education (MCTE) in San Diego offers accredited Montessori teacher training programs for three levels of credentialing:
Each program blends Montessori philosophy, practical application, and hands-on experience to prepare educators to teach in authentic Montessori classrooms around the world.
At MCTE, we provide comprehensive Montessori teacher education for educators working with children ages 2½–12.
Our courses are designed to:
With small class sizes, personalized mentorship, and a strong community of educators, each participant receives the individualized support needed to grow as both a teacher and a lifelong learner.
All programs are offered as summer intensives followed by a school-year practicum at an approved Montessori school site.
Our Early Childhood Montessori Teacher Training program offers a blended learning format, combining online coursework with in-person training. This flexible approach meets the needs of adult learners who work full time or live outside the San Diego area while maintaining the high standards of AMS-accredited instruction.
MCTE is committed to expanding online Montessori teacher training courses across all levels to make Montessori education accessible to future teachers nationwide.
For more than 40 years, the Montessori Center for Teacher Education (MCTE) in San Diego has been a trusted institution for training Montessori educators. Our programs are AMS-accredited and MACTE-affiliated, ensuring quality and global recognition.
We pride ourselves on:
In addition, our approach emphasizes both the Montessori philosophy and modern adult-learning strategies, ensuring every graduate feels confident, capable, and connected to a professional community.
Gain comprehensive knowledge of Montessori philosophy and practical experience with the full range of classroom materials, including Language, Math, Sensorial, and Cultural Studies. In particular, this course emphasizes observation, individualized learning, and preparation of the Montessori environment.
Develop advanced teaching skills for lower-elementary education with a focus on language development, mathematics, and cosmic education. As a result, graduates are well prepared to guide students through hands-on discovery and critical-thinking exercises.
Expand your expertise to the upper-elementary years, integrating advanced Montessori methods, cultural studies, and project-based learning. Moreover, this program builds on Elementary I coursework to help educators foster independence, leadership, and curiosity in older students.
