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A Word from Our Adult Learners: Their Transformation Stories
The Transformation process embodies the educational experience at MTEI. It reflects the change each Adult Learner experiences as they grow into educators who understand and uphold Montessori principles and values, fostering a life long love of learning for each child.
Dana Marie Hernandez, Infant & Toddler Graduate
“The most valuable part of the program, to me, was the attention to detail that the instructors had. Each little insight was appreciated and valued to us. There was no "right or wrong" when it came to a subjective part of the method, but there were many times we were able to "troubleshoot" instances, share ideas, and collaborate while feeling supported. This program has strong female leaders who are responsive, realistic, and have great intentions. Highly recommend joining!!”
Lourdes Dumke, Early Childhood Graduate
"After being an educator in the traditional sense for many years, I've finally found what was missing. The Institute has helped me learn to not just impart knowledge, but teach the whole child."
Brittany Lamb, Infant-Toddler Graduate
"I have gained a significant amount of knowledge of child development connected with Maria Montessori’s educational approach.
We learned the importance: of observation, classroom design, materials, community and partnership. It's amazing to see your classroom change for the better, right before your own eyes. Attending the Infant-Toddler training program has been life changing: I will be able to practice what I learned in my classroom as a guide and one day be able practice what I learned at home as a Mother.
I look truly forward to growing as a Montessorian."
Patrick Hawkins, Early Childhood Graduate
"The training has helped me to make my teaching motto a reality; “Touching one child’s life at a time”. Montessori teachers are encouraged to teach the individual child and to help them to gain the experience of exploring themselves. Children design their own learning experience and we follow their lead. With this training, I have enjoyed watching my students become happy, independent learners."
“One of the great joys of being an institute instructor is watching the transformation occur over the year with the adult learners. This process occurs at different times for each adult learner and at their own pace. This transformation affects not only how they interact with their students, but also how they interact in class, at home, and in their community.”
