There are multiple routes to initial teacher certification in Maryland:
Applicants who present the following are eligible for a Montessori teaching certificate:
Please note that this certificate may only be used to teach students in a public school that uses Montessori instruction as the primary mode of instruction, or a Montessori private school that is approved by the MSDE.
In Maryland, each specialist area has individual qualifications. Please click on the area below to view the requirements for initial certification.
In Maryland, each administrator and supervisor area has individual qualifications. Please click on the area below to view the requirements for initial certification.