School Leader - Montessori based

Endeavor Schools•Lake Forest, CA

17h•Onsite

About The Position

Heritage Montessori-Lake Forest is seeking a dedicated and experienced Head of School (School Leader) to provide day-to-day leadership to the school with ages ranging from 2-9, primary to elementary learners. We are looking for a passionate leader, who is hungry to learn and ready to collaborate with a strong and amazing team of educators. 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.
May occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

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 2-9, primary to elementary 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.
Ability to relate 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.