Montessori Preschool Principal

Description

The greatest sign of success for a teacher... is to be able to say, ’The children are now working as if I did not exist.’ - Maria Montessori

MONTESSORI ACADEMY, part of the Spring Education Group family of schools, is seeking passionate Montessori educators who guide their students in meaningful work while providing a prepared environment that facilitates student-led learning and freedom with responsibility.

Employment Status: Full-Time
Duration: Year-Round (12 months), Monday - Friday
Location: 5940 N Linder Road Meridian, ID 83646

It Takes a Village….

We are more than just a school - we are a community! Our goal is to uplift each other, work together, and uphold the educational standards Maria Montessori pioneered over 114 years ago. We believe in a holistic approach to Montessori education, combining academics, practical life, sensorial exercises and mixed age groups, allowing each child to express their unique gifts, interests and abilities. We embrace a culture of care….grace, courtesy and respect is at the core of everything we do!

JOB DUTIES:

Leads the school administration team and has responsibility for the delivery of a high-quality instructional program and overall operation of the school including: curriculum implementation in classrooms, staff training and development, student enrollment, parent and community relations, staff supervision and evaluation of approved curriculum and professional development, profit and loss management, and facility management.

EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS:

• Associate degree in Early Childhood, Child Development, Special Education, Elementary Education, or Human Services Field Required
• Montessori Certification or experience with the Montessori Philosophy of education strongly preferred

ESSENTIAL SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

• Must have 3 year(s) of experience working with children.
• Knowledge of principles, techniques, goals and objectives of early childhood education.
• Experience in education administration or business administration.
• Experience building a positive and collaborative team culture.
• The ability to professionally communicate effectively and positively. Must be able to obtain cooperation (internally and/or externally) is essential.
• Demonstrates high degree of integrity and honesty, including but not limited to, confidentiality of company, student, family, and employee information as required by both company policy and federal and state laws.
• Builds effective relationships with other administrators, corporate, and office staff.
• Ensures a safe, clean, attractive school, and classroom environment conducive to learning.
• Recruits qualified staff to assist in development and implementation of SEG curriculum.
• Uses local grassroots marketing strategies to generate and retain enrollment.
• Possesses time management and organizational skills.
• TRAVEL: Must be able to travel by air, rail, or motor vehicle to required training and development.
• Meets minimum preparation, experience and/or any state required credentials to comply with applicable state regulation and accrediting boards.

BENEFITS:

• Competitive pay.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Company paid life insurance, supplemental life insurance available.
• A 401(k) plan with matching employer contributions.
• Paid vacation, holidays, sick, and personal time.

https://careers.springeducationgroup.com/

The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/D/V encouraged to apply.*

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person