Starting the School Year in a Montessori Classroom: A 6-Week Guide for Guides and Assistants

Becoming a Montessori 3-6 Guide

Core Competencies of the 3–6 Montessori Guide
What every future Montessori guide needs to understand—about the child, the classroom, and themselves.


“The adult is not just a teacher. We are guides – showing the way, walking alongside the child, or sometimes stepping back and letting the child lead.”

These are the opening words of the webinar with AMI trainer Madlena Ulrich. and within them lies a quiet truth about what it really means to become a Montessori guide for the 3–6 age group.

Whether you’re already working with children or just starting to explore Montessori education, this free webinar is something to watch.
It will not only give you practical insights—it will help you pause, reflect, and reconnect with your purpose.


The Prepared Adult: Where It All Begins

One of the most powerful insights Madlena shares?

“Montessori pedagogy is not just about having materials. You need to know what to do with them, what they are for, how to use them, and the principles that guide you.”

The prepared environment matters. But what matters even more is the prepared adult.

This webinar is not about checklists. It’s about what it takes—inside—to show up fully as a Montessori educator.

Watch the full webinar here:


Montessori Is About Trusting the Process

Sometimes, the hardest thing is doing nothing.
Waiting. Observing. Trusting.

Some of the most meaningful moments in the Montessori classroom happen when we don’t step in—but instead, protect the child’s experience.

In the video, you’ll find examples from real classrooms and reflections that help you understand what authentic Montessori practice looks like—and what it asks of us.


Why Should You Watch This Webinar?

Because this work is not just about what to do.
It’s about who you need to become.

This free webinar with Madlena Ulrich will give you a clear understanding of:

  • What defines a Montessori guide for the 3–6 age group

  • Why observation and inner work are essential

  • How to create a classroom where children grow independently

  • And how to begin your own professional Montessori journey


Start Your Journey as a 3–6 Montessori Guide

If you feel inspired after watching the webinar—and you’re ready to go deeper—we invite you to explore the internationally recognized AMI 3–6 Diploma Course offered by Montessori Institute Prague.

This course is more than a teacher training. It’s a life-changing experience that prepares you to:

  • Understand child development through the Montessori lens

  • Work with the full range of Montessori materials

  • Practice observation, reflection, and intentional guidance

  • Join a global community of educators committed to quality Montessori education

Learn more about the AMI 3–6 Diploma Course


But first—watch the free webinar.
It’s the perfect place to begin. And it may be the moment that sets everything in motion.

With care and respect,
The Montessori Institute Prague Team