Assistant Director - Child Care

Guidepost Montessori; Ohio; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Guidepost Montessori is seeking an experienced Assistant Director to enhance our educational programs in Ohio. This role involves community outreach, managing operations, and ensuring a supportive environment for staff and families. Ideal candidates will have a background in early childhood education leadership and strong interpersonal skills, contributing to a high-quality learning experience for children.

Benefits

Supportive network of peers and mentors

Opportunities for career growth and promotion

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition discount for children

Qualifications

• Experience in early childhood education leadership is essential.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills are required.
• Proficiency with computer systems and a results-oriented mindset are important.

Responsibilities

• Support the creation of a strong campus culture aligned with the mission.
• Plan and host community outreach events.
• Oversee daily operations such as billing and supplies.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Proficiency with computer systems

Initiative

Education

Experience in early childhood education leadership

Tools

Salesforce/CRM

Billing software

Job description

We're now hiring an experienced leader to join our growing team as Assistant Director in the Ohio area!

About Us: We are a community of educators driven by a deep desire to bring about widespread change in education today. We believe that the traditional education methods are outdated and ineffective. Our goal is to foster independence and develop competent, action-oriented thinkers and change agents through high-fidelity, authentic Montessori programs globally.

The Assistant Director Position:

The Assistant Head of School works closely with the Head of School to ensure the provision of a high-quality learning experience, exceptional customer service to parents, and a supportive work environment for staff. The ideal candidate loves community building, working with parents, and leading outreach initiatives. Key responsibilities include:

1. Supporting the creation of a strong campus culture aligned with our mission
2. Planning and hosting community outreach events
3. Conducting tours for prospective families and converting leads into enrollments
4. Managing enrollment processes using CRM systems
5. Overseeing daily operations such as billing, supplies, and maintenance scheduling
6. Engaging with parents to build community and address concerns

What We Offer:

• A supportive network of peers and mentors sharing best practices
• Opportunities for career growth and promotion
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Tuition discount for two children at any school within our network (serving children 3 months to 12th grade)
• The chance to contribute to a high-quality educational program tailored to each child's needs

Qualifications:

• Experience in early childhood education leadership
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to connect with others
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Attention to detail and results-oriented mindset
• Proficiency with computer systems
• High level of personal initiative

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience as an Admissions, Administrative, Program, or School Director for a preschool
• Montessori certification or familiarity with Montessori education
• Experience with Salesforce/CRM and billing software
• Knowledge of the local community to inform marketing strategies

Guidepost Montessori is part of Higher Ground Education. Learn more about our mission by visiting our websites.

We are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and do not discriminate based on age, sex, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or other protected categories. We also provide reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities.