Individual AMS Membership
AMS members are supported in providing the most authentic Montessori experience. See how you could benefit from joining this passionate, worldwide community.
AMS members are supported in providing the most authentic Montessori experience. Be a part of this passionate, global community.
Why Join AMS?
AMS membership comprises 20,000+ individuals from around the globe. We are teachers, school administrators, teacher educators, adult learners, and others who are committed to providing an authentic Montessori experience by upholding quality standards.
Pricing
Individual memberships are only $110 annually.
AMS is the Trusted Organization For
20,000+
EDUCATORS
2,000+
ADULT LEARNERS
IN TRAINING
1,300+
SCHOOLS
110
TEACHER EDUCATION PROGRAMS
Individual Member Benefits
Professional
Development
- Unlimited access to the AMS Learning on-demand video library with 275+ CPD hours, live courses, and regularly added webinars.
- Discounts on live courses and certificate programs like the Early Childhood Reading Certificate Program and the Elementary Writing Certificate Program.
- First access to professional development events throughout the year.
Publications &
Resources
- A subscription to our quarterly magazine, Montessori Life, plus free access to the digital archive.* *Print edition only available for U.S. delivery.
- Access exclusive member-only resources, including sample handbooks, policies, report forms, guides, and expert-created content for Montessori schools, programs, and educators.
- The biannual AMS Compensation and Benefits Survey Report
Community
Connection
- Access AMS Connect, an online platform to connect with peers in the Montessori community.
- Participation opportunities in AMS Connect Live, networking sessions held monthly for teachers and heads of schools.
- An opportunity to start and join AMS Affinity Groups.
- Voting privileges in annual AMS Board of Directors elections.
Community Discounts & Benefits
- Discounted registration for all AMS events, including The Montessori Event.
- Access to more than a dozen specially designed insurance plans including professional liability insurance, individual and group health, plans, term life insurance, home coverage, and Farmers auto insurance. § § Not available in all states or outside the United States