Montessori Paraprofessional Administrator Program • August 1 - 5, 2016
"An adult must assist a child in such a way that he can act and carry out his own work in the world."
Maria Montessori
The Paraprofessional Administrator Course covers the basics of the Montessori approach and includes a fifth day focusing on Montessori leadership. For many years participants have increased their understanding and strengthened their effectiveness in working with children through Seton’s Course. For others, the course has been a stepping stone in deciding to pursue full teaching certification or administration certification.
Classes meet for a full day on each of the five days. All attendees will receive a certificate of completion after full participation in the course as well as a record of continuing professional development (CPD) from the American Montessori Society. Seton Montessori Institute is also a Gateways Registry Authorized Entity delivering professional development to those serving your children in the state of Illinois. More information regarding Gateways to Opportunity Registry can be found here.
Each day we become more aware of the significance of the adults in a young child’s environment. Prepare yourself to meet their needs (and those of their parents) with a couse that encompasses an in-depth view of Maria Montessori’s philosophy, as well as techniques for everyday work.
Day One: The Child is A Person
- Maria Montessori’s Life, Work and Philosophy
- The Montessori Environment at Home and at the Children's House
- The Child is a Person – Child Development
Day Two: The Child Is A Person Who Works and Communicates
- Practical Life
- The Montessori Educator
- Language, Pracitcal Life Presentations and Practice
Day Three: The Child Is A Person Who Thinks and Solves Problems
- Observation Techniques
- Math and Sensorimotor
- Presentations and Practice
Day Four: The Child Is A Person Who Loves
- Presentation of Personal Projects
- Sciences
- Role of the Assistant
- Art, The Line
- Conclusions
Day Five: Montessori Administration & Community Building:
- Applying Montessori Philosophy and Practice to the Servant Leader
- Connecting with Parents and Community
- Staff Development
- and more!
Program Cost: $500
Registration Deadline: Wednesday, July 27, 2016 (all registrations received after this date will be assessed a 10% late fee).