Professional Development

AMS is here to support your career through continuous professional growth.

We are all lifelong learners, continually seeking new opportunities to enrich our Montessori practices and stay current with the latest developments in our field.

Section Highlights

The Montessori Event

Join us to connect, engage, explore, discover—and experience joy and purpose with thousands of other Montessori advocates from around the world. The Montessori Event is the largest Montessori conference, and it takes place every year.

Online Professional Development Library

Our online professional development video library makes learning available to you 24/7. Choose from single videos, multi-module classes, or a combination of both. AMS Members have unlimited access.

AMS Certificate Programs

Anti-bias, Antiracist (ABAR) Certificate Program

The 12-week AMS Anti-Bias, Antiracist (ABAR) Certificate Program provides a thorough examination of ABAR education to support Montessori schools and classrooms in creating just and equitable spaces for all.

AMS Teacher Education Instructor Academy

An advanced survey of teacher education practice and philosophy.

AMS Early Childhood Reading Certificate Program

The AMS Early Childhood Reading Certificate Program is designed for Montessori teachers who are interested in integrating the most recent research-based strategies into their reading education for Early Childhood students.

AMS Elementary Reading Certificate Program

The AMS Reading Certificate Program is designed for Montessori teachers who are interested in integrating the most recent research-based strategies into their reading education.