American Montessori Society
Education Administration ProgramsNew York, United States51-200 Employees
The American Montessori Society (AMS) is an organization in the Education Administration Programs industry based in New York, New York. It describes itself as a leading advocate for quality Montessori education and sets professional standards for AMS-accredited schools and AMS-affiliated teacher education programs. The organization provides a member information center, engages in public policy work, and supports the global Montessori community through services, research, and professional development events. AMS hosts a conference for professional Montessori educators, The Montessori Event, attended by members both in person and online. AMS has more than 20,000 members and over 1,300 member schools. The organization employs 51–200 people.