Schedule
The Montessori Center for Teacher Education (MCTE) offers accredited Montessori teacher training across three pathways: Early Childhood (3–6), Elementary I (6–9), and Elementary I–II (6–12). Programs are MACTE-accredited and AMS-accredited.
Key Dates & Location
• Enrollment for all programs opens in January.
• Training sessions run from April through early August.
• Sessions are held at Country Montessori School, Monday–Friday.
2026 Program Schedules
Early Childhood Training (Ages 3–6)
| Online | April 6 – June 22, 2026 (4–8 hours/week) |
| In-Person | June 22 – July 31, 2026 (Mon–Fri 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.) |
Elementary I – Part B (Ages 6–9)
| In-Person | June 22 – July 10, 2026 (Mon–Fri 8:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m.) |
Elementary II (Ages 9–12)
(Previously listed as “Elementary II-B”)
| In-Person | July 13 – August 7, 2026 (Mon–Fri 8:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m.) |
Apply
When you’re ready, submit your online application here:
- Early Childhood Application
- Elementary Application (Elementary I and Elementary I–II)
New to the process? Review requirements and steps on our Admissions page.
Questions?
Email Program Director karino@countrymontessori.org or call (858) 673-1756.
Looking ahead: The 2027 schedule will be posted after enrollment opens. We recommend submitting your application early to secure your preferred cohort.
