Founded in 1989, Princeton Center for Teacher Education (PCTE) is a Montessori teacher training center dedicated to helping adults fulfill their dream of becoming a Montessori educator. To be a Montessori teacher means to cultivate the maximum potential in every child and shape a life dedicated to the betterment of humanity. We are proud to support the education, growth, and transformation of adults embarking on this very noble journey.
At PCTE, we are on a mission to offer the very best in adult education, which means being responsive to the unique needs of adult learners and attracting the most knowledgeable, experienced, and talented teacher trainers in the Montessori community. From beautiful indoor and outdoor learning spaces, to career-long support from PCTE, to exemplary organization and communication with our trainees, your time with us will be comfortable, stimulating, rewarding, and memorable. Come see what sets us apart!
We hold the highest level of accreditation for our training center, which includes the Montessori Accreditation Council for Teacher Education (MACTE) and American Montessori Society (AMS).