Associate Head of School

We are an independent, Montessori school in Chicago serving 500 students and their families, starting at a parent-infant class and up to 8th grade. We are a community of shared values working to fulfill a meaningful mission. NNM faculty, staff and parents strive for an equitable and inclusive school culture through intentional, reflective practice. We work together to challenge all students to think for themselves, pursue their ideas and become real learners for the real world.

Learn more about us on our website: www.nnms.org

The Associate Head of School is a new position for NNM - one that we are excited to add to the school community starting summer of 2022! Reporting to the Head of School and working as a key member of the School’s leadership team, this person will be responsible for the overall management of faculty, curriculum, student life and programs across all levels. Will lead strategic initiatives in partnership with other school administrators and the Board of Directors.

Schedule: This is a year-round, full-time position starting July 2022

Main duties / responsibilities include:

• Oversee the primary, elementary and junior high curriculum to ensure that teaching and learning practices are cohesive across and within divisions and align with the School’s mission, values and Montessori philosophy

• Work collaboratively with faculty and leaders to define and embrace a shared vision of student progress and well-being, guiding and supporting the implementation of that vision throughout the School with ongoing maintenance

• Continue to review and streamline assessment tools used to evaluate student growth and development. Review necessary standardized tests or introduce new assessment tools as appropriate.

• Manage academic directors and other faculty coordinators providing feedback, inspiring growth and development, conducting evaluations

• Inform and evolve faculty evaluations and professional development

• Provide leadership, support, and guidance to directors as they administer the curricular and co-curricular programs and personnel in their divisions.

• Develop signature programming initiatives and turn shared visions into realities to improve the student experience and enhance the School’s internal and external identities.

• In partnership with the various directors and human resources, support all recruiting, hiring and related activities for faculty.

• Serve as a liaison for parent concerns and communication as needed.

• Serve as administrative liaison to Board Committees, and to the Board of Directors, as directed by the Head of School. Attend all open board meetings and serve as a staff member on certain board committees.

• Attend to the needs of the School in the absence of the Head and represent the Head of School as necessary at meetings and functions and in other engagements outside the immediate community.

• Maintain a strong presence in all areas of the School, keeping the Head informed of the general programs, activities, challenges, and opportunities of the School.

• 
  Montessori-trained educator who can provide evidence of a commitment to lifelong learning.

• A minimum of 7 years experience as a Montessori classroom teacher plus experience in a school administrator position

• Master’s Degree required, preferably in an education related area of study

• Nuanced understanding of the academic operations of a school with an emphasis on student life and experience

• Significant experience leading, coaching and managing adults in a school environment

• Personal and professional commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and the requisite skills to support faculty & student growth in this area

• Eagerness to engage actively with students and faculty and willingness to prioritize visibility amidst the demands of a busy professional schedule.

• Reflective and thoughtful, upholding the highest levels of integrity.

• Warm, supportive, and relational.

This is a full-time position, starting in July 2022. We will offer competitive compensation commensurate with experience as a school administrator and a comprehensive benefits package to the successful candidate.

Please include your resume and a message / cover letter with your application and respond thoughtfully to any screening questions provided. Thank you - we look forward to learning more about you!