School Leadership

Guidepost Montessori • Dallas, TX

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About The Position

Guidepost Montessori is building a talent pipeline for upcoming school leadership opportunities in the Dallas area. The organization seeks a leader committed to the Montessori method and able to grow enrollment, attract and retain staff, build a strong parent community, and ensure each child receives a high-quality educational experience. The role includes developing the campus, fostering a culture aligned with the organization’s mission, managing staff and the campus budget, and partnering with the Assistant Head of School on enrollment. The position offers the opportunity to contribute to an educational program focused on each child’s individual needs.

Requirements

• Be director qualified.
• Have early childhood education leadership experience.
• Demonstrate strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with a focus on results.
• Have exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Have an aptitude for creating a warm and benevolent team culture.
• Demonstrate strong leadership and the ability to make difficult decisions with limited information.
• Have a passion for improving education through 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 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.

Benefits

• Ongoing professional development.
• A network of 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 serving each child’s individual needs.

What This Job Offers

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