Montessori Program Director: Lead a Dynamic Early Ed Team

Cadence Education; Omaha (NE); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability Insurance

Pet insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off and holidays

Company-paid life insurance

Paid CDA and tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Job summary

Cadence Education seeks an inspired Montessori Program Director to lead a vibrant team in Omaha. You will steer the curriculum, ensure licensing and safety standards, and foster strong ties with parents, staff, and children.

You will recruit, train, and mentor staff while achieving enrollment and financial targets. The role requires travel, evenings, and weekends as needed, with a commitment to growing 340+ campuses nationwide.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership at an early childhood facility with multiple classrooms and programs.
• Meets state licensing standards at a director level, including criminal background screening and fingerprinting.
• Bachelor’s degree +1+ year supervisory role in group childcare, OR Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education +1+ year supervisory role and 2+ years in group childcare, OR Associate’s degree +1+ year supervisory role and 2+ years in group childcare.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of 20–40 educators, mentoring through training, appraisals, and growth plans.
• Drive curriculum effectiveness to exceed national and state standards.
• Champion licensing, safety, and sanitation compliance across the school.

Skills

Leadership experience

Team management

Curriculum oversight

Communication

Safety & licensing knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

Bachelor’s degree + supervisory experience

Associate’s degree + supervisory experience

Job description

Cadence Education seeks an inspired Montessori Program Director to lead a vibrant team in Omaha. You will steer the curriculum, ensure licensing and safety standards, and foster strong ties with parents, staff, and children.

You will recruit, train, and mentor staff while achieving enrollment and financial targets. The role requires travel, evenings, and weekends as needed, with a commitment to growing 340+ campuses nationwide.