Montessori Director
Guidepost Montessori
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Description
We're now hiring an experienced leader to join our growing team as Head of School (Montessori Director) in the Evanston 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 We believe that the traditional method of education used in most schools is antiquated, outdated, and broken.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 Head of School 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. As the Head of School, you'll be responsible for providing leadership to the entire campus team.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- 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
What we offer:
- Ongoing professional development
- A network of supportive peers and mentors who regularly share best practices
- Career growth and promotion opportunities
- A competitive salary of $80,000-93,000 + bonus
- 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
We'd love to talk with you if you possess:
- 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
- An aptitude for creating a warm and benevolent team culture
- Strong leadership and the ability to make the tough decisions with limited information
- A passion for getting education right through the Montessori pedagogy
We will prefer you over other candidates if you have:
- Experience teaching within a 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.
Benefits
- Ongoing professional development
- A network of supportive peers and mentors who regularly share best practices
- Career growth and promotion opportunities
- A competitive salary of $80,000-93,000 + bonus
- 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
- 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
- An aptitude for creating a warm and benevolent team culture
- Strong leadership and the ability to make the tough decisions with limited information
- A passion for getting education right through the Montessori pedagogy
- Experience teaching within a 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
About this role
Guidepost Montessori is seeking a Head of School to lead their Evanston campus and drive growth for a network committed to expanding authentic Montessori education. In this role, you'll own the full operational and strategic scope of the school: developing a campus strategic plan, building enrollment, managing the budget to profitability targets, hiring and developing teaching staff, and fostering a strong culture among staff, parents, and children. You'll work closely with an Assistant Head of School and be accountable for ensuring every classroom delivers an exceptional educational experience grounded in Montessori principles.
This position suits an experienced early childhood education leader with director-level experience, strong organizational skills, and genuine passion for the Montessori method. You'll need the ability to make decisions with incomplete information, build warm and cohesive teams, and communicate clearly across multiple stakeholder groups. Prior teaching experience in early childhood settings or familiarity with Montessori pedagogy is preferred, though the core requirement is demonstrated leadership capability and commitment to the organization's mission.
Guidepost offers a competitive salary of $80,000–$93,000 plus bonus, comprehensive health benefits, paid time off, and a 75% tuition discount for two children across their network of schools serving ages 3 months through 6 years. You'll also gain access to ongoing professional development and a network of peer leaders sharing best practices.
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