Montessori Staff Resources

American Montessori Credential Renewal Information Link -

AMS requires that holders of AMS credentials issued on after July 1, 2013 complete 50 hours of professional development every 5 years for credential to remain active.  

Credential holders must keep a record of his or her professional development and be able to provide verification/documentation upon AMS request.  AMS does have an AMS Professional Development Form that may be used to record all PD completed and can be submitted at the time your credential is up for renewal.  

- Handouts -

Value and Values of Montessori Education by Jonathan Wolff

Morning Meeting by Paul Chaplin

Guiding Children to Develop Character by Jonathan Wolff

Establishing and Maintaining a Collaborative Staff Culture by Jonathan Wolff