Lower School Director

OAK LANE SCHOOLS INC; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k)

Competitive salary

Flexible schedule

Training & development

Vision insurance

Wellness resources

Employee discounts

Job summary

Oak Lane Schools Inc. in Philadelphia, PA seeks a passionate Lower School Director to guide our youngest learners and lead a dedicated team of educators.

This role offers the opportunity to shape the educational foundation of a vibrant school community while ensuring student success and a nurturing environment. The ideal candidate will have an advanced degree in education or educational leadership, 3–5+ years of leadership experience in elementary settings, and excellent communication with

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Education or Educational Leadership preferred.
• Experience leading elementary/lower school programs and staff.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with families and staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide visionary leadership and day-to-day administrative oversight of all lower school programs and operations
• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate lower school faculty and staff to foster professional growth and instructional excellence
• Develop and implement curriculum aligned with best practices in early childhood and elementary education
• Build and maintain strong relationships with students, families, and the broader school community
• Monitor student progress and implement support strategies to ensure academic and social-emotional development
• Collaborate with school leadership on strategic planning, budgeting, and policy development
• Ensure a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment for all lower school students

Skills

Leadership

Coaching staff

Family communication

Education

Advanced degree in Education

Educational Leadership

Job description

Benefits:

• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Flexible schedule
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• Wellness resources

About the Role:

Oak Lane Schools Inc. is seeking a passionate and experienced Lower School Director to lead and inspire our youngest learners in Philadelphia, PA. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the educational foundation of a vibrant school community while guiding a dedicated team of educators committed to student success.

Responsibilities:

• Provide visionary leadership and day-to-day administrative oversight of all lower school programs and operations
• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate lower school faculty and staff to foster professional growth and instructional excellence
• Develop and implement curriculum aligned with best practices in early childhood and elementary education
• Build and maintain strong relationships with students, families, and the broader school community
• Monitor student progress and implement support strategies to ensure academic and social-emotional development
• Collaborate with school leadership on strategic planning, budgeting, and policy development
• Ensure a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment for all lower school students

Requirements:

• Advanced degree in Education, Educational Leadership, or a related field preferred
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in elementary or lower school administration or leadership
• Strong background in early childhood and elementary curriculum development and instruction
• Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and develop teaching staff effectively
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with families, staff, and students
• Experience with student assessment, data-driven instruction, and academic programming
• Passionate, collaborative, and student-centered leadership style

About Us:

Oak Lane Schools Inc. has been a cornerstone of quality education in the Philadelphia community, dedicated to nurturing curious, confident, and capable young learners. Families choose Oak Lane for our commitment to academic excellence and our warm, supportive school culture. Our educators thrive here because of the collaborative environment, strong leadership, and the shared mission of making a lasting difference in children's lives.