School Leader - Childcare Director

Endeavor Schools•Sacramento, CA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Bergamo Montessori School, part of the Endeavor Schools Family, is seeking a dedicated and experienced Head of School (School Leader) to provide day-to-day leadership to the school with ages ranging from Infant to Elementary-aged learners. The primary objectives of the Head of School are to inspire positive community interactions, ensure quality care and education of all children, and foster and develop the educational environments and staff. The Head of School also will 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, as well as create a family-focused environment that encourages our school community’s growth.

Requirements

A minimum of 3 years of managerial experience with strong performance results.
Proficiency with technology and software applications including current version of MS Office.
Specific requirements set by minimum state standards and/or accreditation.

Nice To Haves

A 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.

Responsibilities

Provide day-to-day leadership to the school.
Inspire positive community interactions.
Ensure quality care and education of all children.
Foster and develop educational environments and staff.
Facilitate the implementation of the Montessori pedagogy.
Create 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.
Rally teammates around a shared vision and provide motivation and support to reach shared objectives.
Provide timely feedback, coaching, and development opportunities for staff.
Serve as a role model for core values.
Cultivate interpersonal skills and emotional discipline to forge authentic relationships with teammates.
Relate joyfully and sensitively to children.
Involve parents, colleagues, and partners with the community in a collaborative effort to provide seamless support for students.
Communicate effectively with parents and students with sensitivity, honesty, and empathy.
Discuss matters with staff and leadership directly and in a professional manner.
Ensure that priorities are aligned with key business objectives and resources are mobilized to maximize Return on Time Invested.
Focus time and energy on value-added activities.
Maintain a calm, positive, and professional demeanor even in the face of challenges and adversity.