Teacher Training Application Steps

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We at PCTE are very happy to guide you through the enrollment process. To determine that each candidate is a good fit for PCTE and likewise, that PCTE is a good fit for you, we include the following steps of enrollment.

In addition to meeting the requirements stated below, our expectation is that each candidate enters the program with a warm and positive attitude in their work with children.

PCTE adult learners must also possess an adequate understanding of the English language in receptive and expressive language skills, in regards to verbal and written communication, in order to complete the course requirements.  

PCTE is dedicated to serving all in their quest to become Montessori teachers. Therefore, adaptations are always available for people who have a native language other than English.

Please contact Program Director Dorothy Paul, at dpaul@princetonmontessori.org with questions if needed.

Steps for Completing Your Teacher Training  Application

Complete the online application along with the *$300 non-refundable application fee, to be paid at the time of submission. Your student file will be activated once your application fee is paid.

*This fee covers the administrative costs of registering each adult learner into our program.

Submit the required documents:

  1. One set of official sealed transcripts from your college or university sent digitally or mailed to Lisa Meisenbacher, Programs Coordinator, PCTE. lmeisenbacher@princetonmontessori.org
  2. If you have not attended college/university, an official transcript from your high school is required.
  3. International Degrees:  Transcript Evaluation Services
  4. Two professional letters of recommendation, which are character references that affirm your ability to work with children. 

These letters may be mailed to mailed to Lisa Meisenbacher, Programs Coordinator, PCTE. lmeisenbacher@princetonmontessori.org

Interview
Information on how to set up your interview will be sent to you in an email after your application has been processed. Please read through all information on the website regarding schedule, course description and practicum requirements before scheduling the interview. The interview then serves as an opportunity for the candidate to get clarity on topics, if needed. The interview can take place via phone call or Zoom meeting.

Acceptance
The applicant’s qualifications and suitability are determined on the basis of the written application, previous academic records, and the interview with PCTE Staff. Once each step is completed, PCTE will send an email to the applicant of formal acceptance into the program.

All documentation, transcripts, and referrals are due before the first day of teacher training.

Payments
Adult Learners use TADS, a secure online tuition management service to make their payments. Please find PCTE’s fees and financial information here.

Refund Policy
If a student has already completed the enrollment process but withdraws prior to the beginning of the course, the application fee is not refundable. All other refunds may be prorated according to attendance with the approval of the Director and the Business Office.

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