Director

Valley Oak Montessori; San Jose, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Paid time off

Training & advancement opportunities

Job summary

Valley Oak Montessori in San Jose, CA seeks an Executive Director to lead school success with a strong focus on enrollment growth, family experience, and operational excellence.

You will blend strategic leadership with hands-on execution—overseeing budgets, marketing, staff development, and data-informed decision making to achieve short-term results and long-term growth.

Responsibilities

• Lead enrollment growth and student recruitment.
• Foster family relationships and a strong school culture.
• Oversee budgets and operational excellence.
• Direct marketing and community outreach.
• Support staff development and data-driven decisions.

Job description

The Executive Director leads overall school success with a strong focus on enrollment growth, family experience, and operational excellence. This role blends strategic leadership with hands‑on execution—driving enrollment, building strong family relationships, managing budgets, and ensuring a high-performing team and school culture.

You’ll oversee marketing and community outreach, support staff development, and make data-informed decisions to achieve both short-term results and long-term growth.

Benefits include:
401(k), competitive salary, paid time off, plus training, development, and opportunities for advancement.