Montessori School Leader

Endeavor Schools•Denver, CO

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Montessori Children's House-Mayfair, part of the Endeavor Schools Family, is seeking a dedicated and experienced Head of School (School Leader) to provide day-to-day leadership for a school with students ranging from Infant to Elementary Age. The Head of School will inspire positive community interactions, ensure quality care and education, and foster and develop educational environments and staff. This role involves facilitating the implementation of Montessori pedagogy in a safe, healthy, and nurturing environment that supports each child’s social, emotional, and intellectual growth. The position also focuses on creating a family-focused environment that encourages the growth of the school community.

Requirements

Colorado Director's Certification Required
A minimum of 3 years of managerial experience with strong performance results.
Proficiency with technology and software applications including current version of MS Office.
May occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree in Education is preferred. Equivalent combination of AA degree, training, and 3-5 years' experience in the field of Education will be considered.
Experience in Montessori education preferred, but not required.
Specific requirements set by minimum state standards and/or accreditation.

Responsibilities

Provide day-to-day leadership to the school with ages ranging from Infant from Elementary Age learners.
Inspire positive community interactions.
Ensure quality care and education of all children.
Foster and develop the educational environments and staff.
Facilitate the implementation of the Montessori pedagogy in a safe, healthy, and nurturing classroom environment that supports each child’s social, emotional and intellectual growth and development.
Create a family-focused environment that encourages our school community’s growth.
Rallies teammates around a shared vision and provides motivation and support to reach shared objectives.
Provides timely feedback, coaching, and development opportunities for staff.
Serves as a role model for our core values.
Cultivates the interpersonal skills and emotional discipline to forge authentic relationships with teammates in order to establish mutual trust, respect and accountability.
Relates joyfully and sensitively to children.
Involves parents, colleagues, and partners with the community in a collaborative effort to provide seamless support for students.
Communicates effectively with parents and students with sensitivity, honesty, and empathy.
Discusses matters with staff and leadership directly and in a professional manner.
Ensures that priorities are aligned with key business objectives and resources are mobilized to maximize Return on Time Invested.
Focuses time and energy on value-added activities.
Maintain a calm, positive, and professional demeanor even in the face of challenges and adversity.