INDIVIDUAL MEMBERSHIP

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The largest category of membership in the American Montessori Society is made up of individuals such as yourself: teachers, teacher educators, heads of schools and other school administrators, trustees, parents, and members of the general public interested in children and education. Thanks to these valued individuals, AMS is able to work towards a goal of providing quality Montessori education for all children, regardless of age, socio-economic status, or geographical location.  Your membership in AMS supports research into best practices, public advocacy, and knowledge exchange; provides scholarship and professional growth to ensure quality programs; and helps AMS provide an online listing of employment opportunities, at no cost to member schools.

Joining AMS means becoming part of the foundation of the largest service organization for Montessori education in the nation. Additional member benefits include:

• Affordable Comprehensive Health Insurance. Potentially save thousands on health insurance. Plan options include Health Savings Accounts, Family PPO Plans and Group Employee Health Plans

• 529 College Savings tax sheltered savings plan with no sales charge

• Job referral service on our website and at our Annual Conference

• Montessori Life magazine four times a year for all domestic members (international members pay an additional fee)

• Discounts on conference and symposium fees

• Discount on any purchase from Nienhuis Montessori, the leading manufacturer of Montessori materials and furniture.

Join AMS or renew your membership on our secure server. If you prefer to apply/renew by mail or fax, you can use the downloadable PDF application. For more information, e-mail membership or phone 212-358-1250 x301.