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Guidepost Montessori

Floating Head of School

Guidepost Montessori, Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, United States,


We're growing and looking for strong people leaders to join our growing team of passionate Head of Schools in the Palm Beach Gardens area! Guidepost Montessori

is a community of educators who are driven by a deep desire to bring about widespread change in education today. We believe that the traditional method of education used in most schools is antiquated, outdated, and broken. To meet the needs of today's students and to bring about true progress in the world around us, we need an education model that fosters independence and develops competent, capable, action-oriented thinkers and change agents. To that end, we are committed to dramatically increasing the amount of high-fidelity, authentic Montessori programs, not only in the U.S. but around the globe!

The Floating Head of School Position 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. In the role of Floating Head of School,

you will provide leadership to the entire team at the campus you are assigned to support.

While on assignment at a campus, responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

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

This position necessitates frequent travel and/or the possibility of relocating for extended durations.

What we offer:

Ongoing professional development

A network of supportive peers and mentors who regularly share best practices

Career growth and promotion opportunities

A competitive salary

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and paid holidays

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

We'd love to talk with you if you possess:

Early childhood education leadership experience

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 tough decisions with limited information

A passion for getting an education right through the Montessori pedagogy

A Florida Director License Daycare Credential

Bonus if you have:

Experience teaching within an early childhood education setting

Experience as an Admissions, Administrative, Program or School Director for a preschool

Familiarity and passion for the Montessori method of education or a Montessori certification

Guidepost Montessori is a project of Higher Ground Education. You can learn more about our mission by visiting

http://tohigherground.com/

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