Montessori Preschool Assistant Head of School

Bezos Academy; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 68,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with 4% match

Paid parental leave

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Bezos Academy is launching a new Montessori-inspired preschool in West Palm Beach for children ages three through five. As Assistant Head of School, you will support the school, work with the Head of School, and help build a strong family community while guiding teaching staff.

This role focuses on smooth operations, effective communication, and ensuring high-quality educational experiences across classrooms in a multi-state network serving under-resourced communities.

Qualifications

• Five or more years of teaching or leading in an accredited childcare center or school with young children.
• 1+ years of experience with operational or instructional leadership of a multi-classroom school/center.
• 2+ years prior work experience with children and families in low-income communities in the US or significant related experience.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Directly manage and coach school staff, including Assistant Teachers and Food Service Assistants.
• Assist in the development and implementation of school policies, procedures, and strategic initiatives as directed by the Head of Schools.
• Identify and address areas of improvement and implement efficient systems to enhance operational effectiveness.
• Monitor and address operational issues or emergencies, providing timely and effective solutions to minimize disruptions.
• Supervise facilities management, including maintenance, security, and safety protocols.
• Serve as the point of contact with the site partner and all vendors to ensure services meet expectations.
• Ensure all physical work environments within the local schools are safe, well-equipped, organized efficiently, and operating successfully for diverse students, families, and staff.
• Conduct weekly internal licensing and facility audits and daily walk-throughs to ensure school is well-maintained.

Skills

Leadership experience

Operational leadership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Bezos Academy is launching a new Montessori-inspired preschool in West Palm Beach for children ages three through five. As Assistant Head of School, you will support the school, work with the Head of School, and help build a strong family community while guiding teaching staff.

This role focuses on smooth operations, effective communication, and ensuring high-quality educational experiences across classrooms in a multi-state network serving under-resourced communities.