Program Operations and Systems Analyst

About American Montessori Society

The American Montessori Society (AMS) is the foremost advocate for quality Montessori education, setting professional standards for AMS-accredited schools and teacher education programs. AMS is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit with over 20,000 members globally and hosts The Montessori Event.

Position Overview

The Program Operations and Systems Analyst is key to guiding AMS’s strategic growth by developing, implementing, and managing innovative processes. Reporting to the Director of Teacher Education, the analyst supports various functions including Teacher Education Program Affiliation, School Accreditation, and Credentialing Services.

Responsibilities

• Project Management: Create and implement project plans and maintain program data.
• Process Design: Identify needs, develop systems prototypes, and collaborate with stakeholders.
• Process Ownership & Execution: Facilitate workflows, analyze system requirements and report status updates.
• Additional Duties: Support the annual Montessori Event and handle other assigned tasks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, Associate’s degree, or equivalent experience.
• Experience managing complex projects and developing business systems.
• Excellent communication skills and fluency with various applications.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and generate precise documentation.

Additional Information

This remote position (Eastern Time Zone) requires residence in a specified US state. The role involves minimal travel (2 times per year) and comes with a robust benefits package.

Key skills/competency

Program Operations and Systems Analyst, Project Management, Process Design, Data Analysis, Documentation, Stakeholder Collaboration, Workflow Optimization, Quality Assurance, Communication, Problem Solving