Montessori teachers provide alternative education to children between the ages of 0 and 12 and have been trained in the Montessori method to provide guided learning in a stimulating environment. Montessori teachers observe, guide, supervise, and assess children while they learn in a classroom environment. They develop lesson plans and independent learning exercises as well as curricula and methods that cater to the child's individual needs. They create and maintain a safe, clean, and stimulating classroom where all children feel safe and valued.
Montessori teachers set an excellent example for students by instilling values including honesty, tolerance, and kindness. They monitor and assess student progress, write reports, and handle various other administrative tasks related to their classroom or school when necessary. They participate in activities, accompany students on field trips, and are sometimes called upon to interview and assist with new teachers’ training. Montessori teachers need a bachelor's degree in early childhood teaching, education, or related fields and to have completed training at an accredited Montessori Center.