About MEIPN | Montessori Education Institute of the Pacific Northwest (MEIPN)

PURPOSE

Our primary purpose is to continue to develop the excellent Montessori teacher preparation courses offered by MEIPN over its 25 years of existence, first as the Seattle University Montessori Teacher Education Program and then as MEIPN under the direction of Dr. John Chattin-McNichols. Our certification courses lead to Montessori credentials at these levels:

Infant and Toddler for ages birth to three;
Early Childhood for ages 2 ½ -6;
Elementary I for ages 6-9; and
Elementary I - II for ages 6 – 12.

The second purpose is to increase the availability of continuing professional development opportunities for Montessori professionals as well as to expand the methods of supporting educators and the community involved with Montessori schools.

ORGANIZATION

MEIPN is owned by Montessori Northwest Teacher Preparation (MNTP), a nonprofit corporation created by a Montessori teacher trainers who are also practicing classroom teachers and school administrators.

MNTP purchased the Montessori Education Institute of the Pacific Northwest (MEIPN) from John and Barbara Chattin-McNichols in April 2004. MNTP is governed by a Board of Trustees. Mary Schneider, MEIPN administrative director since 1995, continues as executive director and Kristen Richter is the current administrative coordinator.