School Leadership

Guidepost Montessori; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and paid holidays

Supportive peers and mentors

75% tuition discount for two children

Job summary

Guidepost Montessori is seeking a School Leadership position in Dallas, Texas. The role involves developing campus strategies, fostering community among parents and staff, and ensuring exceptional educational experiences for children. We're looking for an experienced leader who embodies the Montessori method and is passionate about driving enrollment and staff engagement.

The ideal candidate will have early childhood leadership experience, strong organizational skills, and exceptional communication abilities. Guidepost Montessori offers a supportive community and a 75% tuition discount for two children.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching in an early childhood education setting.
• Strong leadership and the ability to create a positive team culture.
• Passion for education through Montessori pedagogy.

Responsibilities

• Develop a strategic plan for the campus.
• Create a culture aligned with the organization's mission.
• Build community among staff, parents, and children.
• Ensure an exceptional program for children.
• Meet profitability targets by managing the campus budget.

Skills

Early childhood education leadership experience

Strong organizational skills

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

Ability to make tough decisions

Education

Montessori certification or experience

Job description

Our team is growing, and we’re always excited to meet talented educators. Join our talent pipeline and be considered for upcoming opportunities to inspire the next generation in School Leadership in the Dallas area!

Guidepost Montessori is a community of educators who are driven by a deep desire to bring about widespread change in education today. We believe that the traditional method of education used in most schools is antiquated, outdated, and broken. To meet the needs of today's students and to bring about true progress in the world around us, we need an education model that fosters independence and develops competent, capable, action‑oriented thinkers and change agents. To that end, we are committed to dramatically increasing the amount of high‑fidelity, authentic Montessori programs, not only in the U.S., but around the globe!

The School Leadership Position

We are looking for a leader who shares our passion for the Montessori method and has the talent and perseverance required to quickly grow enrollment, attract and retain great staff, build a strong parent community, and ensure the educational experience for each child in every classroom is of the highest standard.

Responsibilities

• Develop a strategic plan for the campus
• Create a strong culture that embodies the mission of our organization
• Build a strong community among staff, parents, and children
• Ensure delivery of an exceptional program
• Ensure overall profitability targets are met (including managing campus budget)
• Work with the Assistant Head of School to ensure enrollment targets are met
• Hire, support, develop, and manage teaching staff

What we offer

• A network of supportive peers and mentors who regularly share best practices
• Career growth and promotion opportunities
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• 75% tuition discount for two children at any school within our network (we serve children 3 months through 6 years old)
• The opportunity to contribute to a high‑quality educational program that serves the individual needs of each child

Qualifications we Seek

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

Preferred Experience

• Experience teaching within an early childhood education setting
• Experience as an Admissions, Administrative, Program or School Director for a preschool
• Familiarity with the Montessori method of education or a Montessori certification

Guidepost Global Education and Guidepost Montessori are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). We will not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, alienage or citizenship, disability, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under applicable federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. Our leadership is dedicated to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy. When requested, we are committed to reasonably accommodate employees and applicants with disabilities or special needs that may require an accommodation.