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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I hold a postgraduate degree in finance, but I've been unable to find a job for a couple of months now. DH suggests I take this opportunity to do something I'm passionate about - that's reaching out to/teaching preschoolers.  We  have  a 2-year old, and I'm very interested in the Reggio Emilia approach and Montessori approach. However, since RE does not have any certified courses in the US, I'm thinking of doing a diploma in Montessori education. However, interest aside, I'm not sure what job opportunities would be open, since i don't have a degree in Early Childhood Education, nor any prior experience in preschool teaching.  Would it be something that's practical?Or should i just focus on looking for a job in the finance field?[/quote]

Both of our kids went to a Montessori school that we love.  Every classroom has a directress (teacher) and an assistant.  Frequently the assistants did not have Montessori training before working at the school, but are very interested in the Montessori method. After working as an assistant for a year or more and deciding that it's the path they want to take they leave to get their certification.  I think the school sometimes helps pay for their training if they agree to return and teach at the school.

In your shoes I think I would look to work as an assistant or even take an admin position at a school that would allow me to be in the classroom on a regular basis and perhaps sub as assistant if there are no classroom positions available.  Then decide if it's worth pursuing further education.
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