Elementary I (6 through 9) and Elementary II (9 through 12)

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In AMS affiliated courses, a team teaching approach is used in teacher education. The faculty have a wide range of skills and keep up-to-date on the most recent research in the fields of education, and human growth and development. Experienced mentor teachers, instructors, and field consultants guide the candidate through the academic and practicum phases of the course. HMC pays all travel expenses for supervision of practicum within 100 miles of HMC. Student teachers or their schools pay for travel expenses over 100 miles.
Each course requires the following components to be completed for certification by AMS:

• Attendance and participation in classes
• Practicum in a classroom
• Written assignments
• Performance assessment
• Portfolio
• Research Project

Elementary I Course Ages 6 through 9

Applicants must have at least a US Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, submit three letters of recommendation, submit one original transcript, have an interview with the director or a staff member, and complete a writing sample. Credit may be given for previous course work in another MACTE accredited course.

Applicants who learned English as a foreign language, will be required to take the computer-based Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). A total score of 213 or better will be required for  acceptance. The applicant is responsible for registering, taking and the cost of the TOEFL .

New Legislation in Texas requires background checks and FBI fingerprint checks for each person 14 years or older, other than the clients of operation, who will regularly or frequently be present at your operation while children are in care. www.dfps.state.tx.us/Child_Care/Information_for_Child_Care_Professionals/fingerprint.asp

The academic phase occurs in two summers and other mid-year seminars.

• Child Development/Montessori Philosophy
• Language
• Mathematics
• Geometry
• Sciences
• History
• Geography
• Practical Life
• Fine Arts
• Physical Education
• Classroom Learning

* Overview of 2.5 through 6 years

Practicum phase during the school year:

• 9 months
• Minimum of 6 hours a day
• Complete at least 60% of academic phase
• Work with a mentor teacher or self-directed
• Practicum site must meet AMS and HMC standards

*Under certain conditions, students may have a self-directed practicum. Schools must be an AMS Accredited, Affiliate, Subscriber School.

Elementary II Course Ages 9 through 12
 

Applicants must have completed Elementary I 6 through 9 academic work, hold at least an U.S. Bachelor's degree or equivalent, have an interview with the director or staff member, and complete a survey. Credit may be given for previous course work in another MACTE accredited course.

Applicants who learned English as a foreign language, will be required to take the computer-based Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). A total score of 213 or better will be required for acceptance. The applicant is responsible for registering, taking and the cost of the TOEFL .

New Legislation in Texas requires background checks and FBI fingerprint  checks for each person 14 years or older, other than the clients of operation, who will regularly or frequently be present at your operation while children are in care. www.dfps.state.tx.us/Child_Care/Information_for_Child_Care_Professionals/fingerprint.asp
 

Candidates must have completed the 6-9 academic phase to enter the 9-12 course. It is more a continuation of the 6-9 course with more advanced uses of the materials. Teachers completing this course will receive a 6-12 credential.

• Child Development
• Montessori Philosophy
• Language
• Mathematics
• Geometry
• Sciences
• History
• Geography
• Practical Life
• Classroom Leadership

AMS requires only one practicum for a 6 through 12 credential, which can be in either a 6 through 9 or a 9 through 12. Under certain conditions, students may have a self directed practicum. Schools must be an AMS Accreditated, Affiliate, or Subscriber School unless special arrangement are made.

ADMISSION/ENROLLMENT POLICIES

Elementary I 6 through 9 Course:
Applicants must have at least a US Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, submit three letters of recommendation, submit one original transcript, have an interview with the director or a staff member, and complete a writing sample. Credit may be given for previous course work in another MACTE accredited course.

Applicants who learned English as a foreign language, will be required to take the computer-based Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). A total score of 213 or better will be required for acceptance. The applicant is responsible for registering, taking and the cost of the TOEFL .

Elementary II 9 through 12 Course:
Applicants must have completed Elementary I 6 through 9 academic work, hold at least an U.S. Bachelor's degree or equivalent, have an interview with the director or staff member, and complete a survey. Credit may be given for previous course work in another MACTE accredited course.

Applicants who learned English as a foreign language, will be required to take the computer-based Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). A total score of 213 or better will be required for acceptance. The applicant is responsible for registering, taking and the cost of the TOEFL .

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