Montessori Education with Jesse McCarthy

Mar 04 2025 120 ep. 36 mins 149
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A Montessori podcast for parents and teachers about raising children and educating students while bettering ourselves alongside them

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The Montessori Assistant with Kate & Terry Millie

Mar 04 2025 44 mins  
-What is a Montessori assistant -- what is his/her role? -What happens when an assistant disagrees with a head teacher or guide -- and what happens when real conflict arises between them? -Should assistants speak with parents, or is that solely the job of the head Montessori teacher or administrators? These and other big questions about assistants in the Montessori classroom are as

It's not about the chicken fingers

Feb 02 2025 19 mins  
Sometimes what we think is the problem is not really the problem. Digging deeper into the things that might stress us out, that might bring on strong emotions. "The real preparation for education is a study of one's self." Maria Montessori "When you see good, collect yourself and absorb what you've witnessed. When you see what is ungood, allow yourself to feel the upset and then lo

Laid-back, Family-centered Montessori | with Bridget Dangel

Dec 16 2024 39 mins  
As a teacher or an administrator it’s wonderful to hear a mom or dad say, “I want to go back to school here.” Today’s guest Bridget Dangel — longtime Montessori educator, school owner, and mom — shares her experience running a chill, home-like Montessori school that no doubt often brought on this kind of parent feedback.

Reforming the Reformers (The Lego Box)

Nov 06 2024 15 mins  
We’re so focused on political life but what about our own personal lives? As Maria Montessori said, “We all need to be changed.” #children #parents #teachers #knowthyself

Montessori Elementary School - Is It Any Good?

Sep 25 2024 55 mins  
So many parents choose Montessori school for their children’s preschool and kindergarten years, but what about Montessori for elementary and beyond?

Dads Talk Montessori and Parenting

Aug 27 2024 60 mins  
What happens when you lose your cool on your child? How do you get along with your significant other when there is disagreement? Any concerns about Montessori? These and more questions discussed with four Montessori dads. From The Montessori Education Podcast with Jesse McCarthy | https://www.montessorieducation.com/podcast/dads-talk-montessori-and-parenting

Treat Children Like Guests (Not As Suspect)

Jun 26 2024 11 mins  
"A few days ago during pickup at our little schoolhouse, a mom shows up to get her daughter, who is 3 yrs old. ..." A story about how we treat children -- and how we might change things around for the benefit of us all

For Toddler Parents | with Claudia Alvarez

May 21 2024 30 mins  
"You don't have to go Instagram worthy to raise a child. That is a lie." A Montessori OG, Claudia Alvarez, speaks to today’s moms and dads...

Kennedy and the Plant - Masters of the House

Apr 24 2024 13 mins  
Permission not needed. I asked my wife, “Did you tell Kennedy to do that??” Nope. -from The Montessori Education Podcast with Jesse McCarthy | https://www.montessorieducation.com/podcast/kennedy-the-plant-masters-of-the-house

Lower Your Voice

Mar 05 2024 11 mins  
One little change can have an impact.