Children's House Director

Lake Country School Montessori•Minneapolis, MN

12d•$80,000 - $100,000•Hybrid

About The Position

At Lake Country School, we believe that everything in a school exists to protect and strengthen one relationship above all others: the relationship between guide and student. That belief is not just a value statement – it shapes every decision we make. We are seeking an exceptional Children's House Director to serve as the pedagogical leader of our Primary program – the guardian of Montessori excellence and the trusted presence that faculty and families rely on every day. This is a role for someone who lights up walking into a prepared environment, who can coach a first-year guide through a tricky presentation and sit with a veteran teacher to reimagine their classroom culture, often in the same afternoon. If you are a Montessori leader who believes that excellence is built through relationships – not mandates – and who is ready to help shape the long-term direction of a beloved program, we want to hear from you. About Lake Country School Lake Country School (LCS) is a vibrant Montessori community serving students from Children's House through Junior High, including a unique Land School program. We are committed to Montessori fidelity, a strong faculty culture, meaningful family partnerships, and a deep commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Justice. Our urban and rural campuses offer a rich and distinctive educational environment, and our community is passionate, engaged, and mission-driven.

Requirements

Montessori trained and certified at the Primary level (AMI preferred)
At least 3-5 years of experience teaching in a Primary/Children's House environment
Proven experience managing and leading a team of educators
A relationship-builder who leads with trust, presence, and accountability
Skilled at delivering honest, constructive feedback with care and follow-through
Committed to Equity, Diversity, and Justice – in practice, not just in principle
Bachelor's degree preferred

Responsibilities

Maintain a strong daily presence in classrooms – observing, coaching, and providing real-time support
Provide frequent, specific, and actionable feedback grounded in Montessori principles and child development
Lead formal evaluation cycles, including goal-setting, observation, feedback, and growth planning
Provide targeted support for new or developing teachers, including more frequent observation and coaching
Build and sustain a culture of trust, professionalism, and continuous improvement across the level
Maintain visibility of children across classrooms through regular observation and collaboration with faculty
Support guides in interpreting behavior and developmental needs through a Montessori lens
Step in directly to support complex classroom or child-specific situations when needed
Serve as a primary point of contact for Children's House families, with a regular cadence of communication
Partner with families to address concerns in a solution-oriented, calm, and collaborative manner
Serve as a key member of the school leadership team, representing Children's House in strategic planning
Oversee daily operations, hiring, onboarding, and state licensing compliance for the Children's House program
Partner with Admissions to support enrollment goals, tours, and student placement
Maintain relationships with Montessori training centers and the broader Montessori community
Advance the school's commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Justice through leadership and practice