Membership is open to any public or private Montessori school or teacher training program in Massachusetts or New England that agrees to abide by the standards and code of ethics of AMI and/or AMS. MSM currently has 89 members in Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Maine, Vermont, and Rhode Island. Student enrollment at member schools range from 6-550. Annual membership dues are based on student enrollment.

Please note that the membership year runs from July 1 through June 30 regardless of when you join. Rates increase by $100 on August 1.

Members are responsible for updating their information and posting open positions using their MSM login. Click here to be taken to the log in area.

For any questions about membership, please contact Kari Headington, MSM Membership Committee Chair, at to discuss.

Being a Head of School can be isolating and stressful.

• Get support and advice from a large network of MSM professional colleagues.

Finding and funding worthwhile professional development opportunities is challenging.

• Professional development webinars and the MSM annual conference are tailored to the needs of Montessori educators and administrators.
• Don’t miss out on membership discounts for these opportunities!

Need to hire or train a teacher?

• Be sure to get the MSM discount to post job openings on our site, which is where many candidates look first for positions in New England Montessori schools.
• The MSM Scholarship can save your school money, so encourage prospective teachers pursuing Montessori certification to apply!

No time to stay on top of state policies that could affect your school?

• You can rely on MSM to advocate for Montessori schools and to keep you updated on EEC licensure regulations, QRIS standards, and more.

Want prospective parents to trust the quality you offer?

• MSM membership includes a listing for your school. This benefit supports your marketing efforts by boosting your school’s credibility. Knowing that your school is a member of the professional association enhances perceptions of the stability and quality of your programs.

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