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At the Montessori Training Center Northeast we believe that strong communities grow from strong educators. Rooted in Hartford, CT and connected to a global network of Montessori practitioners, MTCNE is committed to providing authentic, accessible, and transformative Montessori education.
Whether you are a teacher, administrator, parent, school leader, or community partner, our goal is to support your work through high-quality training, ongoing professional development, consultation, and access to a rich set of resources.
School Support: Strategic Planning & Professional Learning
MTCNE offers professional development designed to meet the evolving needs of Montessori schools, educators, and families. Our workshops and services can be delivered in-person, online, or in hybrid formats to ensure accessibility of time, location, and value.
We welcome requests for custom sessions—our team will collaborate with you to design a tailored offering. Contact Dr. Courtney Reim, Managing Director at creim@crec.org and set up a consultation.
Teacher Workshops
Workshops for teachers span the full range of Montessori practice—from material making and lesson refinement to observation, assessment, and strengthening classroom systems. Assistant-level workshops highlight Montessori principles, shared responsibilities, and how to support the lead teacher with fidelity to the pedagogy.
Continuing Education for Montessori Professionals
MTCNE provides ongoing opportunities for Montessori guides to deepen their practice.
For alumni holding AMI Diplomas, we also offer the opportunity to audit lecture series as refreshers—an essential way to stay current on developments in Montessori philosophy, research, and instructional tools.
Parent Workshops
Our faculty and consultants offer engaging, accessible workshops that introduce families to Montessori philosophy—including practical strategies for bringing Montessori principles into the home. Topic-specific sessions (e.g., language development, math, practical life, or supporting independence) are also available.
Support Staff Workshops
Every adult in a Montessori environment shapes the student experience. These sessions help support staff understand their role, apply Montessori principles in daily interactions, and strengthen consistency across the whole school community.
Administrator Workshops
School leaders may engage MTCNE consultants for professional learning on:
• Aligning Montessori with state curriculum requirements
• Strengthening school systems and observation structures
• Supporting adult development
• Community engagement and family partnerships
We are here to help leaders create environments where both adults and children thrive.
Shannon M. Helfrich Resource Center
The Shannon M. Helfrich Resource Center was established to honor the Center’s founding AMI 
Director of Training. Made possible by a generous gift from The Montessori School in Wilton, this resource center houses an ever-growing collection of Montessori books, reference materials, and audio-visual resources.
The Resource Center is available to:
• All adult learners currently enrolled in MTCNE courses
• Members of the Montessori Schools of Connecticut
Support the Helfrich Resource Center:
Donations help expand and maintain this valuable collection.
Checks may be made payable to CREC, with “MTCNE – Helfrich Resource Center” in the memo line, and mailed to:
CREC/MTCNE, 111 Charter Oak Avenue, Hartford, CT 06106
Our Community in Action
MTCNE graduates serve communities across the Northeast, the United States, and around the world. We invite you to:
Attend an upcoming professional development event
Explore the resources available through our training center
Engage with our network through alumni highlights and community news
Connect with us about bringing AMI training or workshops to your school or region
Together, we are building an accessible Montessori community—one that reflects our shared commitment to equity, excellence, and success for all.
Interested in READING about the Montessori approach?
Here is sampling of titles to get started. The following books are available for purchase through the Montessori Training Center Northeast and via a variety of online booksellers.
By Maria Montessori
The Child in the Family
What You Should Know About Your Child
Education and Peace
The Secret of Childhood
The Absorbent Mind (particularly for ages 0-6)
To Educate the Human Potential (particularly for ages 6-12)
From Childhood to Adolescence (particularly for ages 6-18)
By Silvana Montanaro
Understanding the Human Being (particularly for ages 0-3)
By Mario Montessori Jr.
Education for Human Development: Understanding Montessori
By Paula Polk Lillard
Montessori: A Modern Approach
Montessori Today
By E.M. Standing
Maria Montessori: Her Life and Work
