Head of School

Montessori; Savannah, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Charles Ellis Montessori School seeks a Principal to lead instructional and operational efforts at an AMS-certified program, ensuring Montessori fidelity while aligning with SCCPSS and Georgia DOE standards and promoting child‑centered, developmentally responsive teaching and a collaborative school culture.

Requirements: Master’s degree (Doctorate preferred); eligibility for Georgia Tier II Leadership certification; willingness to pursue additional graduate coursework; six years of educational

Qualifications

• Master’s degree (Doctorate preferred).
• Eligibility for Georgia Tier II Leadership certification.
• Willingness to pursue additional graduate coursework.
• Six years of educational experience.
• Two years of administrative experience (one year as Assistant Principal or two years as Principal).

Education

Master’s degree

Doctorate

Job description

The Principal of Charles Ellis Montessori School serves as the instructional and operational leader of an AMS-certified school, ensuring fidelity to Montessori philosophy while aligning with SCCPSS and Georgia Department of Education standards. This leader promotes child-centered, developmentally responsive teaching and fosters a collaborative culture for all.

Requirements include a Master’s degree (Doctorate preferred), eligibility for Georgia Tier II Leadership certification, willingness to pursue additional graduate coursework, six years of successful educational experience, and two years of administrative experience, including one year as an Assistant Principal or two years as a Principal.