Montessori
Xavier Montessori Programs
Xavier University Montessori Institute offers graduate and undergraduate degrees, Montessori credentials, teaching licenses and professional development services. Our mission is to educate and transform. Join us! To keep up with the latest on the program, be sure and follow us on Facebook, Instagram and listen to our Podcast.
Workshops
Workshop registration is available online, secured with payment of a $30 non-refundable registration fee. Registration closes at 5pm the Thursday before each workshop.
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Online Master's Degree
Montessori teachers now can earn their Xavier Montessori master's degree entirely online. The Xavier Montessori Institute is accepting applications for its online cohort classes. You may be eligible to apply your MACTE-approved Montessori credential toward up to 12 credit hours.
Online Master's Degree
Graduate Program
Graduate students learn to be scientific observers and facilitators, while providing an environment that is developmentally appropriate to help children grow in all areas. Their Master of Education and Montessori concentration prepare them for a range of educational programs and professional opportunities.
Graduate Program
Online Blended Elementary Credential Program
This online program is designed for current state licensed teachers looking to attain the Montessori Elementary-I or Elementary I-II credential. The Online Blended EI/EI-II program consists of online courses fall and spring with summer intensive methods courses on campus.
Montessori Online Blended Elementary Program
Undergraduate Program
Montessori students study Dr. Maria Montessori's philosophy alongside current educational and child development practices. They enjoy broad employment opportunities with their Montessori credentials and traditional licensure that prepare them to teach in public, private, Montessori or traditional schools.
Undergraduate Program
Professional Development
Xavier University's Montessori staff and faculty members provide on- or off-site professional development services. Services are tailored to your community's needs and interests. Options include workshops, in-service retreats, program consultations and material sales. We have shared our Montessori knowledge and expertise nationwide and internationally as far as China and Korea.
Professional Services
Lab School
The on-campus Montessori lab school for children ages 3-12 continues to add grade levels and classrooms. There is a large observation room where students can view classroom activities. Some Montessori courses are taught in the lab school classrooms, providing hands-on experience for students.
Lab SchoolXavier Montessori Programs
The Xavier Montessori Teacher Education Program is accredited by the Montessori Accreditation Council for
Teacher Education and is affiliated by the American Montessori Society.
