School Director

Guidepost Montessori • Richardson, TX

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Guidepost Montessori is seeking an experienced leader to serve as Head of School (School Director) in the Richardson, Texas area. The organization aims to expand high-fidelity Montessori programs and provide an educational model that fosters independence and develops capable, action-oriented thinkers.

The Head of School leads the entire campus team and is responsible for growing enrollment, attracting and retaining staff, building a strong parent community, and ensuring high-quality educational experiences for children in every classroom. The role includes strategic campus planning, promoting the organization's mission, managing the campus budget and profitability targets, working with the Assistant Head of School on enrollment goals, and hiring, supporting, developing, and managing teaching staff.

Requirements

• 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.
• Aptitude for creating a warm and benevolent team culture.
• Strong leadership and ability to make tough decisions with limited information.
• Passion for education through the Montessori pedagogy.

Nice To Haves

• Experience teaching in 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.

Responsibilities

• Develop a strategic plan for the campus.
• Create a strong culture that embodies the organization's mission.
• Build a strong community among staff, parents, and children.
• Ensure delivery of an exceptional educational program.
• Meet overall profitability targets, including managing the campus budget.
• Work with the Assistant Head of School to meet enrollment targets.
• Hire, support, develop, and manage teaching staff.
• Lead the entire campus team.
• Grow enrollment and attract and retain great staff.
• Ensure the educational experience for each child in every classroom meets a high standard.

Benefits

• Ongoing professional development.
• Supportive peers and mentors who regularly share best practices.
• Career growth and promotion opportunities.
• Competitive salary.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• 75% tuition discount for two children at any school within the network.
• Opportunity to contribute to a high-quality educational program that serves each child's individual needs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed