This overview is designed for infant/toddler assistants, substitutes, and other adults who may be working with infants and toddlers in a Montessori environment. This overview is designed to give support staff a better understanding and implementation of the Montessori philosophy and method, as well as a deeper understanding of typical infant/toddler behavior and best practices within the Montessori infant/toddler environment. This workshop could also be considered excellent orientation for new infant/toddler staff members in addition to administrators, admissions directors, and board members of schools who are interested in better understanding the Montessori model of infant/toddler education.
The Infant/Toddler Assistant Overview will include:
- Overview of the Montessori Philosophy including Planes of Development and Key Sensitive Periods
- The adult’s role in the toddler environment
- Basic behavior management and supervision
- Preparation of the environment
- Working with the lead teacher
- Communication with parents
- Infant/toddler care
Summer Workshop
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Workshop Title: |
Infant and Toddler Assistant’s Overview. |
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Dates: |
July 24 & 25, 2017 (Monday and Tuesday) |
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Class Hours: |
9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. |
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Location: |
Gordon College, Wenham, Massachusetts |
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Presenters: |
Rachael Dunbar and Michele McKale |
Fall Workshop
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Workshop Title: |
Infant and Toddler Assistant’s Overview. |
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Dates: |
October 21 & 22, 2017 (Saturday and Sunday) |
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Class Hours: |
9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. |
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Location: |
Bay Farm Montessori Academy, Duxbury, MA |
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Presenters: |
Rachael Dunbar and Michele McKale |