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SPEAKERS' BUREAU
Rooted in Montessori Philosophy. Focused on Adult Learning.

Wellan Institute, a division of Wellan Montessori School, is an adult education institute dedicated to nurturing educators and families through authentic, hands-on professional development. 

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Recognizing that on-site programs at Wellan may not work for everyone, we have developed a Speakers’ Bureau to bring engaging, practical workshops to your location.

We currently offer a range of workshops for different audiences:​

Professional Development for Faculty and Staff at Montessori Schools, PreK-8 Schools, and Daycares (Continuing Education Credits available)

Finding local providers who can deliver impactful workshops for teachers at your school or daycare center can be challenging. We’re prepared to support area educators with interactive, meaningful professional development that inspires your hard-working faculty. Though our expertise is rooted in Montessori philosophy, we can flexibly offer training that works for other educational settings. All attendees will receive a Wellan Institute certificate of attendance. Continuing education credits (CEUs) are also available for attendees who successfully complete learning assessments for a workshop. 

Examples of past workshops:

  • Teaching Emotional Self-Regulation 

  • Observation and Documentation of Student Learning

  • Collaboration between Lead and Assistant Teachers

Parent Education for Schools, Daycare Centers, and Parent Groups

Offering parenting skills workshops and information sessions enhances families’ perception of the value they receive from enrolling children in your school or daycare. Let us help you support parent education on child development topics.

Examples of past workshops:

  • Montessori At Home: Practical Tips for Nurturing your Child’s Independence

  • Child Development: How Understanding Montessori Planes of Development Can Make Parenting Easier

  • Choosing Diverse Books for Your Child’s Home Library

Guest Speakers for University Courses and Job Training Program

College students benefit from presentations by guest speakers who can reinforce or expand their understanding of course content. Our instructors can not only offer insight to Education majors on how Montessori education differs from other teaching methodologies but can also share both theoretical and practical knowledge about child development with students in other majors. We can also create workshops for adults who are attending job training programs for positions working with children.

Examples of past workshops:

  • Montessori 101: An Overview with Q & A

  • Montessori Education: How It Differs, How to Become a Certified Montessori Teacher

Why choose Wellan Institute Speakers’ Bureau?

  • Customized Topics: We focus on your priorities and goals.

  • Expert Presenters: Our seasoned educators have extensive Montessori and school experience.

  • CEUs: Continuing education credits are available for professional development sessions.

  • Flexible Formats: We offer sessions to fit your needs -- in-person workshops within ~1 hour of Boston or virtual sessions at mutually agreed upon times.

  • Affordability: Our rates are designed to be reasonable so we can have wide impact in helping area educators and parents support children’s growth and development, while also offering fair compensation for Wellan Institute facilitators. 

With a deep understanding of Montessori philosophy and practice, years of classroom experience, and an understanding of how adults learn, our trainers are prepared to tailor workshops to meet your needs.

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Contact us to discuss whether Wellan Institute’s Speakers’ Bureau might be a good fit for your needs.

Wellan Institute

80 Crescent Avenue

Newton Centre, MA 02459

Phone: (617) 969-4488   

Fax: (617) 969-4430

institute@wellan.org

    TERMS OF USE 

NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATORY POLICY

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Wellan Institute and Wellan Montessori School are divisions of Newton Montessori School, Inc., a non-profit institution that admits qualified students of any race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, and any other status protected by applicable law to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to the students of the School. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, or any other status protected by applicable law in the administration of its admissions, financial aid and loans, or it its educational and other programs.

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