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    IGS offers a diverse list of teacher preparation programs. These programs are mobile and can be taught in most locations with enough advance notice to adequately prepare. For example, the host school and teacher preparation program must be licensed by local and state authorities. A fully prepared environment, complete with a complement of basic Montessori materials is necessary for teacher preparation instruction. A minimum number of participants are required for a program to be offered at a host site. Our staff members (IGS Montessori Associates) are experienced, flexible, and hold numerous degrees and accolades. They are located throughout the United States and internationally. 
    The curriculum is a carefully planned sequence of learning experiences and activities that culminate in a Certificate for Program Guide in; Infant and Toddler, Early Childhood, Elementary Education, Adolescent, or School Administrator. The overall objective of all these programs is to guide adults, as they become dedicated Montessorians. Preparing them to give children the "Aid to Living" which Maria Montessori believed to be their greatest need. The course descriptions have been individually prepared by the Program Directors and compiled by the IGS Staff.
    The Program Directors and Instructors will establish supportive relationships between faculty members and the students in order to ensure the greatest personal growth possible for each student.

Programs of Study for the Montessorian:

 Program          Program Director(s)

MEPI Certified and MACTE Accredited Programs

(See additional information at About IGS/Accreditation) :

Infant & Toddler 

(0 - 3 years)

Ms. Maria Varela

Early Childhood

(2 1/2 - 6 years)

Ms. Maria Varela

Ms. Mary Helen Cline

Ms. Nancy Lindeman

Ms. Teresa Noble

Ms. Karen Mangham

Ms. Mariyam Petiwala

Elementary I

(6 - 9 years)

Ms. Betiwyn Holcombe

Ms. Nancy Lindeman

Elementary II

(6 -12 years)

Ms. Betiwyn Holcombe

Ms. Nancy Lindeman

Adolescent 

(12 - 15 years)

Ms. Melody Mosby

 MEPI Certified Programs

(not holding MACTE accreditation status):

Elementary I

(6 - 9 years)

Mr. Warren McPherson, Ms. LaVonne McPherson

Elementary

(6 - 12 years)

Mr. Warren McPherson, Ms. LaVonne McPherson

School Administrator

Dr. John Moncure

 

 

 

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