The Montessori Center for Teacher Education (MCTE) in San Diego offers accredited Montessori teacher training programs for three levels of credentialing:

• Early Childhood (Ages 2½–6)
• Elementary I (Ages 6–9)
• Elementary I–II (Ages 6–12)

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:

• Prepare individuals for careers as Montessori teachers in private and public settings
• Provide professional development for current educators
• Support those interested in opening or leading Montessori schools
• Help Special Education teachers integrate Montessori’s hands-on, sensory-based materials to enhance motor and cognitive development

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.

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:

• Experienced instructors with decades of classroom and training expertise
• Personalized mentorship in small cohorts that foster collaboration and support
• Hands-on practicum placements at partner Montessori schools
• A welcoming San Diego campus serving students from across the U.S.

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.