Education Director

Apple Montessori Schools • Warrington Township, PA

20h • Hybrid

About The Position

The Education Director plays a pivotal role in the educational aspects of Apple Montessori’s program. This position is responsible for participating in family events, reviewing communication between staff and families, ensuring educational excellence, and driving quality outcomes for both students and teachers. The ideal candidate is a passionate educator who thrives in both child-centered and adult learning environments, believes in the transformative power of Montessori education, is a natural mentor, and excels in clear, compassionate communication. This role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact every single day.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Montessori Education, or a related field is required.
• Minimum of 3 years in early childhood education.
• 1 year of experience as a supervisor or coordinator.
• Knowledge of the Montessori philosophy and methods.
• Strong mentorship and communication skills.
• Experience with educational technology and administrative tools (e.g., ProCare, Salesforce, Vector, etc.).
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal skills to engage with staff, parents, and the broader community.
• Flexibility with scheduling and location as this role requires travel to multi-site as well as opening and closing shifts.

Nice To Haves

• Montessori certification at the Early Childhood level (AMS, AMI, NAMC or equivalent) is preferred or willing to be obtained.

Responsibilities

• Foster a communicative, supportive atmosphere with families, ensuring they are informed through events like Back to School Night, Parent-Teacher Conferences, and workshops.
• Coach and mentor teachers in curriculum, classroom management, and development.
• Provide feedback, lead professional development, evaluate performance, and support onboarding and training completion for teachers.
• Oversee assessments and staff training.
• Ensure compliance with standards and monitor classrooms for safety and curriculum alignment.
• Track student interventions, support incident reviews, manage inventories, review lesson plans, and maintain clean, well-equipped learning environments.
• Support staff retention by addressing concerns, resolving conflicts, and serving as a trusted resource for teachers.
• Ensure staff complete required professional development hours.

Benefits

• A values-driven workplace centered on Integrity, Passion, Caring, and Pursuit of Excellence
• Dental and vision benefit options for eligible employees
• Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional Development
• Life Insurance
• Pet Insurance through Wishbone
• Paid Time Off (PTO) to support work-life balance (for eligible employees)
• 65% Childcare Discount
• Discount on personal Verizon Wireless accounts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager