Montessori Head of School: Lead Growth & Learning

Guidepost Montessori; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Tuition discount (75% for two children

Job summary

Guidepost Montessori in Evanston seeks an experienced leader to serve as Head of School (Montessori Director). You will provide campus-wide leadership, shape a thriving educational program, and guide staff to deliver high-quality Montessori experiences.

Responsibilities include developing strategic plans, building a strong school culture, growing enrollment, and ensuring strong financial performance while maintaining the highest standards of early childhood education.

Qualifications

• Director qualified
• Early childhood education leadership experience
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail with a focus on results
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Aptitude for creating a warm and benevolent team culture
• Strong leadership and the ability to make tough decisions with limited information
• Passion for getting education right through Montessori pedagogy

Responsibilities

• Developing a strategic plan for the campus
• Creating a strong culture that embodies the mission of our organization
• Building a strong community among staff, parents, and children
• Ensuring delivery of an exceptional program
• Ensuring overall profitability targets are met (including managing campus budget)
• Working with the Assistant Head of School to ensure enrollment targets are met
• Hiring, supporting, developing, and managing teaching staff

Skills

Leadership

Educational leadership

Communication skills

Team-building

Education

Director Qualified

Job description

Guidepost Montessori in Evanston seeks an experienced leader to serve as Head of School (Montessori Director). You will provide campus-wide leadership, shape a thriving educational program, and guide staff to deliver high-quality Montessori experiences.

Responsibilities include developing strategic plans, building a strong school culture, growing enrollment, and ensuring strong financial performance while maintaining the highest standards of early childhood education.