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ONLINE 3-6 Orientation
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Introduction to the course

The program is designed for Montessori assistants in 3-6 classrooms who seek to deepen their understanding of Montessori principles and enhance their practice in the Children's House environment.

  • A fully online course
  • 60 hours
  • Guidance of AMI trainer Elina Rautasalo
  • Certificate awarded by Association Montessori Internationale (AMI)
  • International students
  • Price: 897€
    Payment in installments WITHOUT interest available
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Maybe it is you:

  • Are you passionate about working with children and eager to understand their developmental journey in the 3-6 age group?
  • Do you want to develop skills that support the emotional, intellectual, and social needs of young children?
  • Would you like to create a prepared environment where children thrive through independence, exploration, and hands-on learning?

In this course, you will:

  • Gain a deep understanding of Montessori principles and child development for the 3-6 age group.
  • Learn how to observe children effectively and support their independence in a prepared environment.
  • Develop practical skills to assist in a Montessori classroom, including creating hands-on materials.
  • Explore the role of the adult in fostering a respectful and engaging learning atmosphere.
  • and much more!

Introduction to the course

The program is designed for Montessori assistants in 3-6 classrooms who seek to deepen their understanding of Montessori principles and enhance their practice in the Children's House environment.

  • A fully online course
  • 60 hours
  • Guidance of AMI trainer Elina Rautasalo
  • Certificate awarded by Association Montessori Internationale (AMI)
  • International students
  • Price: 897€
    Payment in 2 installments WITHOUT interest available
Detailed schedule
Register

What is the role of an assistant in the classroom?

In a Montessori classroom, the assistant supports the lead teacher in maintaining harmony and balance within the environment. The assistant observes children carefully, knowing when to step in and when to allow them space to develop independently. They understand how to foster children's autonomy and have a deep knowledge of Montessori’s approach to freedom and discipline. The assistant plays a crucial role in supporting both the lead teacher and the child, ensuring a prepared and nurturing learning atmosphere.

General information about the course

60 hours

of live lectures and guidance, self-study, reading and essay writing

3 written assignments

on given topics

9 hours

of obligatory observation to be done within 12 weeks after the course

Observation Notes

Submitting your notes from observation

Learning outcomes and key benefits

Students of this course will learn how to support and help the classroom teacher maintain equilibrium within the class, how to observe, when and how to intervene but not interfere. They will gain knowledge of Montessori's understanding of development of independence and acquire the ability to support the development of the child by assisting the teacher. 

All students of the course will have the opportunity to learn from a very experienced AMI Trainer Elina Rautasalo, study alongside colleagues from all over the world, engage in lively discussions, share their experience with others as well as gain new perspective themselves. All successful course graduates also receive worldwide recognized international certificate from Association Montessori Internationale (AMI). 

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What you will learn in the course:

  • 1
    Psychological characteristics of the child aged 3-6
    The psychological characteristics of children in this age group and their developmental needs.
  • 2
    Key principles of the Montessori approach
    The core principles of the Montessori approach, including the role of the adult in the Children’s House.
  • 3
    The prepared environment for children aged 3-6
    The importance of the prepared environment and how it fosters independence, concentration, and self-discipline.
  • 4
    The role of movement and sensory learning
    How movement and hands-on experiences support cognitive, emotional, and social development.
  • 5
    Montessori materials for the Children's House
    The use of Montessori materials in the 3-6 environment to support language, math, practical life, and sensorial learning.

Practical tools you will master:

  • 1
    Observation techniques for young children
  • 2
    Strategies for supporting independence and self-discipline
  • 3
    Creating and maintaining a prepared environment
  • 4
    Effective communication and guidance techniques

Register & study in 2025:

Our upcoming AMI 3-6 Orientation Courses:

MARCH-APRIL, 2025

AMI Trainer: Elina Rautasalo
March 18 - April 9, 2025
Fully online

Spring cohort of the AMI 3-6 Orientation with Elina Rautasalo consists of 4 modules. It takes place online on Zoom and is broken down to 3h long sessions. You can check out the detailed schedule below.

Price: 897€
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Discover Excellence through AMI Certification

Association Montessori International (AMI) is a worldwide leading authority on Montessori education. Maria Montessori founded the association herself to further her work and AMI certified courses are hence known for their high quality and integrity with Montessori's work. They are respected and acknowledged worldwide and some schools accept teachers only with AMI certified education.  Montessori Institute Prague is the only AMI certified training center in the Czech Republic. 

Benefits you get with our course

Live sessions on Zoom

Engage in interactive lectures with discussions and small group activities.

User-friendly platform

Access materials and submit assignments via the structured Schoology platform.

Recommended literature included

Receive key Montessori texts as part of the course, at no extra cost.

Comprehensive technical support

Enjoy assistance before, during, and after the course to ensure smooth learning.

The whole course is given in English. It is also being simultaneously interpreted into Czech. All course work including written assignments can be done in English or Czech or Slovak. It is a prerequisite to have at least a B2 level (verbal and written) command of one of the languages. 

Meet your trainer Elina Rautasalo

Elina Rautasalo is an AMI 3-6 Trainer with over 30 years of experience in the field of education, working with both children and adults in her native Finland and abroad. 

Her Montessori journey began in London at the Maria Montessori Training Organisation, (now the Maria Montessori Institute), in the early 1990s. She has directed trainings with Montessori Institute Prague or in South-East Asia and Switzerland.

Elina is an AMI examiner and lectures internationally. She has given seminars and workshops in various countries in Europe, as well as in Asia, North and South America. 

In her spare time, she enjoys books, music and playing the violin.

 

Elina Rautasalo is an AMI 3-6 Trainer with over 30 years of experience in the field of education, working with both children and adults in her native Finland and abroad. 

Her Montessori journey began in London at the Maria Montessori Training Organisation, (now the Maria Montessori Institute), in the early 1990s. She has directed trainings with Montessori Institute Prague or in South-East Asia and Switzerland.

Elina is an AMI examiner and lectures internationally. She has given seminars and workshops in various countries in Europe, as well as in Asia, North and South America. 

In her spare time, she enjoys books, music and playing the violin.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Will the sessions be recorded?

No. Students are required to be present during 90% of lectures to fulfill their attendance requirement. All lectures are live presentations by the Trainer. There will be no lecture recordings.

How will the course be held?

The course is broadcasted live on ZOOM. It is necessary to download Zoom application to your computer in order to join the course. There will be lectures, discussions, practice sessions, and group work done in Breakout Rooms. Students will receive technical support before the course to learn how to use Zoom effectively.

What happens if I have some sudden problems with the internet?

We kindly ask you to check the quality of your internet connection in advance. Ideally, use cable connection. Good internet connection is a prerequisite for taking the course. If you have a one time sudden fluctuation of your signal, leave the Zoom meeting and come back. If your connection problems are repeating, you will be asked to leave the course. There is a 90% attendance requirement, which is valid for all the students. Students who can not attend 90% of the course are not eligible to receive the certificate.

How do you arrange interpretation into other languages?

The interpretation is available on a separate audio Zoom channel. We will explain how to switch between the channels and how to do the settings before the start of the course. Interpretation will be simultaneous.

What does 90% of attendance mean in this online format of the course?

The 90% attendance means that you must be present at minimum 90% of the course with your camera ON. This is a requirement of the course. We need to see that you are present at all times. You must attend Day 1 of the course. Missing Day 1 of the course will result in termination of your studies in the course.

Where will we find our assignments and materials for the course?

The course uses a Learning Platform called Schoology. Instruction how to log into Schoology and how to use it will be given to students prior to the start of the course.

In what time zone is the course schedule?

The course is scheduled in CEST (Central European Summer Time), or in other words - in Prague Time. In case you are located in a different time zone, please carefully check the time difference and make an informed decision if the course time fits you. We will be happy if you join us wherever you are, but it is your responsibility to be present during all times of the course.

I have children, can they be with me while I am studying?

We love children, of course. They are the reason why we give this course. However, a quiet working space without disturbance of other adults and children is a requirement for participation in the course.

What is the price of the course?

The price of the course ranges between 750-850 EUR depending on the timeliness of your registration (the earlier you make the registration, the cheaper the price). No other discounts apply to this course. For more information write to invoices@amiprague.cz.

When should I pay?

Once you have read all the course information and understood the requirements and conditions, you can fill in your application, and make the payment on our website.

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