PHMTEC Faculty

 Nationally acclaimed instructors who have taught at PHMTEC,

 describe the courses:

“The Early Childhood Montessori teacher preparation course at PHMTEC is a high quality, well organized, course that offers comprehensive lecture content while individually engaging each student.  The spirit of the Montessori Method at its best surrounds the academic excellence and coverage this course provides.” (Rosanne Amaru)

 “This is one of the best courses where I have taught.” (Rosario Toward)

“The quality is impressive.” (Kathleen Leitch)

“The PHMTEC course holds true to Montessori

Philosophy; offering hands on learning at every step of

the way and respecting the individuality of each student.”

 (Marta Kellam)

“The Infant-Toddler Montessori teacher preparation course is like no other.  At its best, the course is a transformational experience for the student.  You will never see children, other adults, or yourself in the same way again.  The content of this course goes far beyond classroom preparation.  We study families and parent support.  We consider the “0” in “0 to 3” to be conception, so our study includes pregnancy.  The course is a unique opportunity for growth through inspiring lectures, mentoring, writing, relaxation techniques, and development of observation skills.  In a world where the littlest citizens are often neglected, we understand and celebrate their miraculous development and huge potential.” (Susan Tracey)

Maria Montessori on Childhood Education

“One would like to know in a few clear words what this Montessori Method really is.  We must consider the human personality and not a method of education.  For the word “method” we should substitute something like this:  ” Help given in order that the human personality may achieve its independence.”  Or “Means offered to deliver the human personality from the oppression of age-old prejudices regarding education.”