We are looking for a leader who shares our passion for the Montessori method and has the talent and perseverance required to quickly grow enrollment, attract and retain great staff, build a strong parent community, and ensure the educational experience for each child in every classroom is of the highest standard. As the Head of School, you'll be responsible for providing leadership to the entire campus team.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Meeting the Minnesota administrator and center director qualifications.
• Developing a strategic plan for the campus
• Creating a strong culture that embodies the mission of our organization
• Building a strong community among staff, parents, and children
• Ensuring delivery of an exceptional program
• Ensuring overall profitability targets are met (including managing campus budget)
• Working with the Assistant Head of School to ensure enrollment targets are met
• Hiring, supporting, developing, and managing teaching staff

• Early childhood education leadership experience in a preschool, charter school, head start, or private school setting.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail with a focus on results
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• An aptitude for creating a warm and benevolent team culture
• Strong leadership and the ability to make the tough decisions with limited information
• A passion for getting education right through the Montessori pedagogy

• A competitive salary
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Access to the largest network on Montessori educators who regularly share best practices
• Career growth and promotion opportunities
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 100% tuition discount for two children at any school within our network (we serve children 3 months through 12th grade)
• The opportunity to contribute to a high-quality educational program that serves the individual needs of each child
• Because we are a private, for-profit organization, this role does not require fundraising nor managing a Board of Directors!

Guidepost Montessori is a project of Higher Ground Education. You can learn more about our mission by visiting http://tohigherground.com/