Montessori Head of School: Growth, Innovation & Community

American Montessori Society Inc; Cincinnati (OH); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The New School Montessori in Cincinnati invites applications for Head of School for the 2027-2028 academic year. The successful candidate will lead a mission-driven Montessori community with more than 50 years of history, strong enrollment, committed families, and a culture rooted in authentic Montessori practice.

The next Head of School will shape the school's next chapter by championing Montessori excellence, strengthening enrollment, developing faculty and staff, ensuring operational

Qualifications

• Proven leadership for a Montessori or independent school.
• Strong communication with families, staff, and governance.
• Financial and operational planning experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead the school in alignment with Montessori principles and board expectations.
• Strengthen enrollment and foster community engagement.
• Develop faculty and staff through instructional leadership and collaboration.
• Ensure operational excellence across campus and programs.
• Partner closely with the Board of Trustees on strategic growth.

Skills

Educational leadership

Montessori credentialing

Communication skills

Financial & operational acumen

Board collaboration

Education

Montessori credential

Experience in independent schools

Job description

The New School Montessori in Cincinnati invites applications for Head of School for the 2027-2028 academic year. The successful candidate will lead a mission-driven Montessori community with more than 50 years of history, strong enrollment, committed families, and a culture rooted in authentic Montessori practice.

The next Head of School will shape the school's next chapter by championing Montessori excellence, strengthening enrollment, developing faculty and staff, ensuring operational