“The child is both a hope and a promise for mankind.”
— Maria Montessori
Practical Montessori education for calm, regulated, child-led care and learning at home Open Door Montessori offers a home-based Montessori training program for nannies, au pairs, and homeschooling parents caring for children ages 0–6.
This training is designed for homes—not Montessori classrooms—and invites parents and caregivers to learn together, where with shared understanding of child development you together can create daily routines to establish consistency for the child.
Montessori Training Designed for Homes
Open Door Montessori focuses on helping you design:
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family routines
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daily schedules
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trusting relationships
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solution-based mindset to overcome common parenting and caregiving challenges
The result is consistent care across the board where all adults caring for the child on consistent bases are aligned , synced.
Who This Montessori Program Is For
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Nannies caring for children ages 0–6
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Au pairs supporting families with young children
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Homeschooling parents of infants, toddlers, and preschoolers
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Families who want a shared Montessori approach at home
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Parents who value respectful, developmentally aligned child learning and care
No previous Montessori experience is required.
Why Parents & Caregivers Learn Together
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caregivers feel supported—not micromanaged
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parents understand Montessori principles directly
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everyone uses the same respectful language with children
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caregiving transitions between adults are smoother
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children experience consistency and trust in the environment created by collaborative adults
This structure is one of the most powerful aspects of the program.
What Families Gain from Montessori Training
Families enroll in this program to:
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reduce daily power struggles
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create calmer routines at home
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support independence without pressure
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align parents and caregivers around shared values
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feel confident responding to behavior changes
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build long-term trust between caregivers and families
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build loving connection with children
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learn co-regulating somatic approach to parenting
About the founder
“The greatest sign of success for a teacher is to be able to say: the children are now working as if I did not exist.”
— Maria Montessori
Zaure Vuk, MEd—known as Montessori Mama—is a Montessori educator, adult-learning facilitator, and former founder and director of a Montessori-inspired daycare center. With over a decade of experience working with families, caregivers, and early childhood professionals, her work bridges Montessori philosophy, child development, and real-life family systems.
Zaure created Open Door Montessori to make Montessori education accessible, practical, and deeply relational—supporting adults so children can thrive across home, caregiving, and learning environments.
What’s Included in the Program
✔ Two Levels of Montessori Certification (Ages 0–6)
Five online training modules cover:
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Montessori child development (birth–6)
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independence and self-care skills
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respectful boundaries and guidance
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prepared home environments
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practical Montessori activities for everyday life
The practices are available for immediately implementation at home.
✔ Three In-Person Montessori Retreats
Boston or Colorado Springs • June • September • November
These retreats support:
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hands-on learning
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real-life application
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connection and integration
Upcoming Montessori Info Session
📅January 00, 2026
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time commitment
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what parents attend vs caregivers
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whether this training fits your family
Flexible Payment Plan
$997 deposit + Two $500 payments (January + February)
January Family Scholarship
January Family Scholarship (Limited Availability)
Regular Tuition
$3,500 per person plus retreat fees
✔ Tuition for up to 3 people TOTAL: $1,997
✔ Retreat fees waived ($597 per person)
✔ Over $8,500 in combined savings
Designed so parents + nanny or au pair complete two certification levels together.
FAQ
Do parents have to attend everything?
Parents are invited to learn alongside caregivers in the core modules. Participation is flexible and designed to fit family life.
Is this program appropriate for au pairs?
Yes. Au pairs often report increased confidence, stronger communication, and a deeper understanding of child development.
Is this certification recognized?
This is a professional Montessori certification within the Open Door Montessori framework, designed specifically for home-based caregiving.
How much time does the program require?
The program is designed for working caregivers and families, with realistic weekly expectations.
