About the American Montessori Society
The American Montessori Society (AMS) is the foremost association championing Montessori education, representing a global network of more than 20,000 individual members. AMS advances quality Montessori practice by setting professional and educational standards, providing learning and leadership development, and convening the community through events like The Montessori Event, one of the largest Montessori gatherings in the world. Through research, advocacy, and collaboration, AMS works to ensure that Montessori education remains a vibrant, equitable, and evidence-informed approach for children and adults across diverse learning environments. standards, professional development, research, and community building.
AMS is classified as a 501(c) (3) tax-exempt, nonprofit organization.
Reports to: Senior Director of Membership and Professional Development
Works Closely With: Marketing, Events and Finance teams
Classification: Full-time, Exempt
Hourly Rate Range: $60,000- $65,000/year
Designation: Remote working in the Eastern Time Zone. Position involves work-related travel in the United States two times per year including the Annual Conference in March of each year and an All Staff retreat in July of each year.
Employee must reside in one of the following states:
Maine, Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Washington DC, Virginia, Georgia, Florida, Alabama, Tennessee, Ohio, Wisconsin and Texas
To Apply: Submit a resume and cover letter detailing why you would be a great fit for this role. Only complete applications will be considered.
Note to the applicant: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview. No calls please. Must be eligible to work in the United States.
The Membership Retention Lead plays a key role in supporting member retention, engagement, and overall member experience across the organization. This position combines relationship-building, operational coordination, and data-informed outreach to support renewal efforts for school and individual members. Working closely with teams across the organization, the Membership Retention Lead helps ensure members receive timely support, remain connected to AMS resources and programs, and experience consistent, responsive service throughout the membership lifecycle.
In this role, you will play a vital role in:
Managing membership operations related to renewals, invoicing, event registration support, and member records
Key Responsibilities:
Member Retention and Renewal
Lead proactive outreach to members including onboarding check-ins, mid-year touchpoints, and pre-renewal engagement to strengthen member satisfaction, connection, and long-term retention
Maintain accurate renewal records, oversee timely processing of renewals, and help identify opportunities to improve renewal processes, workflows, and member experience operations
Member Experience and Engagement
Membership Operations Support
Events and Cross-Functional Support
Support membership-related aspects of event registration, including member inquiries, registration support, and reporting
Other Responsibilities
AMS has a strong benefit package including Medical, Dental, Vision, 403(b), Life Insurance, Long Term Disability and generous Paid Time Off, Sick Days, Holidays and other time off.
The American Montessori Society is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, family responsibility, political affiliation or any other status protected by applicable laws.
No calls please.