Ananda Montessori/Parent-Infant and Child Facilitator Course, Spring 2023

Parent-Infant and Child Facilitator Course, Spring 2023

ENROLLMENT IS CLOSED

Course starts on March 5th

A six-week online, interactive process to help you create an environment where children and parents learn and grow together.

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Course Tuition:
  • $350
  • 2 payments of $195 at enrollment & week 4
  • Payment through PayPal or credit card

School Pricing:
  • $300 per person, for two or more staff - contact Pamela for details

IMPORTANT DATES:
February 12 - Enrollment opens
March 3 - End of Early Bird discount
March 5 - Course begins
April 15 - Course Ends




Are you wanting to bring these supportive classes to your community?

Then join this course and learn how to create and facilitate a Parent-Infant and Child program, (Montessori Playgroup) or add to your present classes.

This course is a collaborative process within a learning community, guided by Pamela through weekly video conferencing with your group, as well as through written, video and audio course materials.

Course Highlights

  • Weekly video conference through Zoom with Pamela and fellow classmates
  • Videos and podcasts on course YouTube channel with closed captions
  • How to begin, materials, budget, marketing, design, and more.......
  • PICC Observation Journal for parents, created by Pamela
  • A conversation between Simone Davies and Pamela on Montessori Playgroups
  • Materials - what's needed?
  • Resources to view or download
  • A conversation with Amanda Grano from Grano Montessori, a PICC graduate, on her Montessori Playgroup
  • A conversation with Julia O'Hara from Horme Montessori 

Community

  • Personal mentoring and discussion in your learning community  
  • Observation practices and the preparation of the adult
  • Preparing the environment for children and parents
  • Podcasts with parents on observation, the practice of Montessori, and being in community
  • How to guide, interact with, and mentor parents and children while in class
  • How to facilitate parenting group
  • Membership in a private online community with Pamela during and after the course
  • Personal response from Pamela on course assignments
  • Access to a monthly mentoring group, with Pamela, for PICC students and graduates

In Addition

  • Starting classes during pregnancy - the benefits
  • Exploring ways to welcome & what to offer
  • Prenatal life of the child, preparation for birth and postpartum from a Montessori perspective
  • Interview with a Certified Professional Midwife on preparing an environment for birth
  • Montessori From the Beginning, video 

FAQs

Who is this course for?

This course is specially designed to support anyone currently facilitating a Montessori Parent-Infant and Child classroom setting, and anyone who is in the beginning stages of this process. Prior Montessori training may be of benefit, but is not required. This course is for those who wish to offer guidance to both children and their parents, in a variety of settings.

When does the course start and finish?

The course will open for enrollment on February 12th, will begin on March 5th, and ends on April 15th. Add your email on this page to receive updates.

How long do I have access to the course?

How does lifetime access sound? After enrolling, you have unlimited access to this course for as long as you like.

Is this a live course?

This is a blended course. You will have coursework materials, online group commenting and interaction that you attend to on your own schedule, along with a scheduled weekly live Zoom video classroom session with Pamela and your learning community.

How many hours can I expect to spend on the course per week?

With the virtual weekly meetings and online class work, you may spend 3 to 4 hours per week.
As in all things in life, however, the intention and attention you bring to your process is dependent on you, and will create your experience.

How much access do I have to the instructor? Can I ask her questions?

Pamela will be engaged with you throughout the course, through comments, and in our weekly live Zoom classroom. She can be reached through the chat message on the course page, and will be interacting within a private Facebook group set up for class participants once the course is completed. 
You can also join Pamela in a monthly virtual mentoring group after completion of the course.

When will the Zoom video classroom meetings be?

On Wednesday evenings from 8 - 9 pm ET. If you are in another country, please speak with Pamela about arrangements for your attendance.
Dates are: Mar 8, 15, 22, 29, Apr. 5 and 12.
These gatherings are for live interactions with your fellow students, as well as with Pamela. We all learn together as we share our questions and reflections.

Will I receive a certificate of attendance?

You can receive a certificate of attendance for 4 Continuing Education Units, equivalent to 40 clock hours.  A feedback form will be made available at the end of the course to confirm your successful completion of course requirements. Your certificate will be sent via email. 

It is recommended to confirm with your local licensing agency prior to registering if you are relying on having the certificate approved for CEU hours.

What happens if I live in a different country or time zone? How can I attend the weeks Zoom meetings?

If it is not possible for you to attend the live weekly Zoom meetings in ET, Pamela will schedule an additional day and time for you to meet.
You will also have access to view the recorded meetings in your learning community throughout the week.
Please speak with Pamela to make these arrangements.

Bio

Pamela Green is the owner of Ananda Montessori, a Montessori Playgroup in North East, Pa. She has been teaching and administrating in Montessori as a credentialed (Early Childhood, Elementary I & II, Parent-Infant Facilitator Training), and Positive Discipline Parent Educator, for over 35 years. Since 1989, she has served as a birth doula, midwife assistant, and childbirth educator. Pamela is a consultant and mentor to teachers, staff, schools, and parents, worldwide

What Students Say

This course has been amazing! 
 It's beautiful,
deep, thought provoking and I've learned just as much about myself through this course as I have learned
about starting a Montessori Parent and Child Community. It's practical while also being deeply focused on
the core of the Montessori philosophy. Highly recommend if you are at all interested in starting a Parent and
Child group!

Amanda Grano

Grano Montessori

This 6-week online course is a treasure trove of information and allows the participant to work on their own learning journey as they progress through the course.
Pamela’s experience and wisdom enriches the process during the weekly meeting sessions, which provides a chance to connect and deepen one’s understanding of the material. 

Dora Siah, Quebec

Pamela was so kind to share her many years of experience and vast knowledge with us all. I saved many resources to use in my future PICC once it begins. I have also gained a new network of like-minded people to lean on for support as I begin this journey. I have such gratitude for this course and am motivated to get the ball rolling on a long- time dream of mine. Thank you so much!
The Montessori School Rochester
Rochester, Mi
This process has been one of great enlightenment and transformation. Pamela has thoughtfully curated an abundance of material that explore the theory and practicality of being with children and parents in a prepared environment.

I truly appreciate the multifaceted approach to this program, as well as the opportunity to come together "live" each week to commune and discuss as a group. Thank you, Pamela, for the opportunity and for guiding us on this journey 

Alana Batrowny Jackson

I cannot recommend this course enough for anyone interested in starting their own parent and child program, or just looking to grow as a guide.
Pamela's approach is warm and inviting, and her patience and openness put me immediately at ease. I walked away from each class feeling seen, inspired and empowered, which is exactly how I would want the parents in my own classes to feel. I mean, we all want that, not matter our age, right?

Laura Delgado

The Montessori Tree