Montessori Teacher

Typical Salary

£18,000 To £30,000

Typical Hours

32 to 34 term time

evenings attending events or appointments

How To Become a Montessori Teacher

You can get into this job through:

a university course
working towards this role

College / University

You could do a foundation degree or degree in any subject and then train as a Montessori teacher.

1 or 2 A levels, or equivalent, for a foundation degree or higher national diploma

2 to 3 A levels, or equivalent, for a degree

Apprenticeship

Apprenticeship are not listed for this job.

Routes into this Career

You can train as a Montessori classroom assistant then move on to a teacher training course. You'll need to study for a Montessori qualification with a recognised training provider.

To get into this job you'll need a good general standard of education, with passes in English and maths.

Some employers may prefer you to have a level 3 qualification in early years.

Other Routes

Other Routes are not listed for this job.

Skills And Knowledge

You'll need:

knowledge of teaching and the ability to design courses
patience and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations
the ability to work well with others
sensitivity and understanding
the ability to accept criticism and work well under pressure
to be flexible and open to change
knowledge of English language
excellent verbal communication skills
to be able to use a computer and the main software packages competently

Day To Day Tasks

You may:

plan a programme of work and activities
prepare the learning areas and resources, and make sure they're safe
watch the children and make notes on their progress and any issues
make sure all children have equal chances to learn
support and involve parents
look after sick or injured children
help children with dressing and undressing when needed
feed children when required
attend staff meetings
keep records and write reports

Working Environment

You could work at a school or in a nursery.

Your working environment may be physically and emotionally demanding.

Career Path & Progression

If you're a teacher or early years practitioner in a state school, you could use Montessori methods to broaden your professional practice.

With experience, you could become a nursery manager, assistant headteacher or headteacher. You could also become an area manager for a group of schools or train other Montessori teachers.

You may be able to set up your own school, or take on a franchise either in the UK or overseas.

Volunteering Opportunities

You'll find it useful to get as much work experience with children as possible. It will help you get a better understanding of the career, and you'll make contacts who could help when looking for work.

Tips & Information

Career tips

Many people start Montessori training after working in other careers, not related to working with children or in education.

Further information

You can find out more about becoming a Montessori teacher from the Maria Montessori Institute and Montessori Society AMI UK.

You can explore different types of courses and ways to train through the Montessori Group.

Restrictions & Requirements

You'll need to:

pass enhanced background checks
be over 17 years of age