Iowa Montessori

 What do the Academic Phases of Iowa Montessori training look like?

Early Childhood	Elementary I & II
Montessori Philosophy/Theory	Montessori Philosophy
Child Development/ Pyschology	Child Development
Sensorial	Classroom Management
Observation	Curriculum Designs & Strategies
Classroom Leadership	Mathematics
Mathematics	Geometry
Language	Language
Music/Movement/Art	Geography
Physical & Life Sciences	History
Practical Life & Everyday Living	Biological Sciences
Social Studies	Visual Arts & Crafts
Practicum	Music
	Practical Life
	Computers
	Physical Education
	Practicum

What does the Practicum Phase consist of?

              Iowa Montessori students must complete a nine month practicum or student teaching experience at an approved Iowa Montessori site. 

              This may be done in partnership with an experienced accredited supervising teacher or under certain

              conditions as a self directed internship.

Is housing available?

              Yes, please contact the Iowa Montessori Training Center.

Where are classes held?

              Iowa Montessori classes are held at Sayre Montessori School:  1700 28th St- West Des Moines, Iowa

              and at Cowles School, the site of an Iowa Public Montessori School: 6401 College Ave- Des Moines, Iowa.

Why become an Iowa Montessori Teacher?

              There is a continued shortage of Montessori-trained teachers at all levels worldwide. 

              State and Federal goals for Early Education have intensified this need now and in the future.

              Montessori Schools have been increasing faster than any other category of school.

              Three out of four communities are still without a Montessori School in their midst!

              The pressure for more Montessori public schools and the expansion of existing schools

                       make you very employable!

 What qualifications does the director possess?

             Rita Schneider has the following degrees and certifications:

          * BA in Elementary Education, ECE endorsement-Drake University, IA

          * Master's of Arts in Teaching-Oklahoma City University, OK

          * Early Childhood Montessori Certification, Pre-primary- Oklahoma University, OK 1989

          * Elementary I and II , 6-9 & 9-12 Certification-

                      Center for Contemporary Montessori Programs, Minneapolis, MN  1997