Montessori Program Evaluation
Helping Montessori schools achieve excellence and stability.
Montessori Program Evaluation plays an important role in helping Montessori schools achieve excellence and stability by delivering targeted support for maintaining high-quality educational practices and thereby enhancing teacher retention rates. Our program offers access to a diverse pool of Association Montessori Internationale (AMI) certified consultants, each bringing specialized expertise in areas such as curriculum development, classroom management, and educational enrichment.
We understand that each school community has unique needs; therefore, we provide tailored workshops for both individuals and groups. These workshops can cover a wide range of topics, including effective Montessori methods, classroom environment optimization, and strategies for fostering student engagement.
By partnering with us, your school can develop a robust Montessori program that not only supports the professional growth of your educators but also enriches the learning experiences of your students.
Customized packages are available, contact AMI/USA to discuss how we can create a package that suits the needs of your school.
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Onsite visit consisting of a morning observation and meeting in the afternoon
Follow-up 1-hour remote meetings, if wanted
The process is divided into three phases:
Before the onsite visit—the Application for Program Evaluation (below) and required fees must be submitted. Then a confirmation letter will be provided for your signature. Once the onsite visit is confirmed, communication begins between the school and the consultant for planning the details of the visit.
In-person, onsite visit – a morning observation and 2-hour meeting in the afternoon. The consultant’s summary report is sent to the teacher after the onsite visit.
Follow-up remote meetings (optional) – one-hour zoom sessions at requested frequency.
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You may want to have the consultant share their experience and knowledge by scheduling a Level/Group Workshop for Teachers. All workshops carry a separate fee, so it is important that there is clarity when making these arrangements. Workshops must be arranged and confirmed in advance. Please indicate your interest in scheduling a Level/Group Workshop for Teachers on the application form below. In-person workshops may require a minimum of two night’s lodging.
Suggested Topics can be customized to the needs of your school:
Working with Assistants
Planning and Record Keeping
Developing Music
Assisting Independence
The Use of the Outdoors
Bathroom Independence
Developing Effective Communication with Parents
Children with Learning Differences
Creating a Culturally Responsive Classroom
Developing “Going Out”
Addressing Standardized Testing
Transitions Between Levels
Scheduling Procedures
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It is important to complete the Montessori Program Evaluation form with accurate and current information. Once the required forms and payment are submitted, the internal scheduling process will begin.
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Preliminary agreement of meeting and any workshop dates will be followed by written confirmation, which includes the consultant’s profile and contact information. The confirmation letter must be signed and submitted as soon as possible to agree to fees and confirm the meeting and any workshops. The arrangement is then confirmed in writing with the consultant. It is very important to be aware that confirmation is a firm commitment. Any changes after dates are confirmed may result in increased charges.
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Because the consultant is traveling to your city and is usually unfamiliar with the location, it is important to make this transition an easy one so that they may relax and concentrate. Attention to details such as transportation to and from the airport, and comfortable, quiet lodging, including a restaurant with availability of breakfast and internet access, must be considered when planning the consultation.
In all instances, hotel accommodations are required. Hotel arrangements should be made and paid for in advance of the meeting or special event date. Airfare, ground transportation, meals and any other related expenses, such as parking fees or a Saturday night hotel stay if required due to schedule are the responsibility of the school. Make sure to be aware of any special dietary requests.
Checklist
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Consultant contacts you with specific travel information, dates needed for lodging, and dietary considerations.
Discuss and plan the schedule for the program evaluation or workshop.
Arrange and pay for airfare, local transportation, hotel accommodations, and meals.
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Provide all necessary transportation for the consultant and discuss all meal arrangements.
Provide refreshments and meals during the onsite visit or workshop day.
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Receive copy of a report from consultant, if applicable.
Complete evaluation forms within two weeks.
Receive invoice from AMI/USA for any outstanding expenses. Prompt payment is appreciated.
Billing and Payment Information
The fee structure for Montessori Program Evaluation and Level/Group Workshops for Teachers is as follows. Fees cover preparations, onsite visit or workshop presentation, and administrative costs of the program. Requests for Montessori Program Evaluation and Workshops are processed after payment is received. Invoices are not sent in advance. After payment is confirmed, a detail receipt will be sent.
All fees are prepaid.
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As an added incentive, this application fee can be applied towards the application fee for AMI Recognition after the Montessori Program Evaluation visit.
$100 AMI/USA Member School
$125 Non-Member School
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Morning Observation and 2-Hour Afternoon Meeting (per number of days scheduled)
$800 AMI/USA Member School
$1,000 Non-Member School
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$120 AMI/USA Member School
$125 Non-Member School
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Half-Day Level/Group Workshop – up to 3 hours
$700 AMI/USA Member School
$800 Non-Member School
Full-Day Level/Group Workshop – up to 6 hours
$1,050 AMI/USA Member School
$1,210 Non-Member School
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(required for each program level requesting the coaching visit)
$300 AMI/USA Member School
$400 Non-Member School
Optional: + $99 per AMI/USA membership*
* All are welcome to join AMI/USA as members.
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All fees are prepaid. Following the in-person visit or workshop, consultants submit an expense report to AMI/USA for any outstanding expenses. An invoice is sent to the school with payment due upon receipt. Please pay online or make checks payable to AMI/USA. Overdue invoices may incur penalties and interest.
Responsibility of the School – Travel and Other Expenses
Airfare
Local transportation: includes all transportation needed for the visit including transportation to and from the airport in the consultant’s city and in the arrival city, and to and from the hotel to the school
Food: includes meals en route
Accommodations: prepaid hotel reservations
Additional Policies
Please be advised that the consultant may need to schedule the return flight on the day following the visit.
Any changes to travel plans, after a onsite visit or workshop is confirmed, may result in increased charge, i.e., airfare cancellation, change penalties or lodging expenses.
Code of Ethics
AMI and AMI/USA are organizations whose regulation of conduct is limited to pedagogical matters. All those connected with AMI and AMI/USA are expected to conduct themselves lawfully and to both exemplify and support the propagation and furtherance of the ideas and principles of Dr. Maria Montessori for the full development of the human being.
Limitations of Montessori Program Evaluation
Montessori Program Evaluation concerns pedagogical matters within classrooms and does not assess other aspects of school operations such as state licensing, financial, or administrative matters.
Questions?
If there are any questions surrounding scheduling, fees or payment, contact AMI/USA for clarification.