The Assistant Head of School Position:
The Assistant Head of School works closely with the Head of School to ensure that the school provides a high-quality learning experience for children, exceptional customer service to parents, and a supportive, collaborative work environment for staff. The ideal Assistant Head of School will love building community, working with parents, and leading community outreach initiatives. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Supporting the creation of a strong culture on campus that embodies the mission of our organization
- Planning and hosting community outreach events
- Giving tours to prospective families, and converting leads to enrolled families
- Driving the enrollment process (managing leads utilizing a CRM system)
- Managing general, day-to-day operations for the school: billing, supply ordering, scheduling maintenance
- Interfacing with parents to build community, answer questions, and resolve any concerns that may arise
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 of $50,000 - $60,000 depending on education and experience
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- 75% tuition discount for two children at any school within our network (we serve children 3 months through 6 years old)
- The opportunity to contribute to a high-quality educational program that serves the individual needs of each child
We'd love to talk to you if you possess:
- Illinois Director Requirements
- Early childhood education leadership experience
- An affinity for connecting with people
- Strong organizational skills
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Strong attention to detail with a focus on results
- Facility with computer systems
- A high degree of personal initiative
We'd prefer you over other candidates if you have:
- Experience as an Admissions, Administrative, Program or School Director for a preschool
- Familiarity with the Montessori method of education or a Montessori certification
- Experience working with Salesforce/CRM and billing software
- Knowledge of the local community that will inform marketing effort
Guidepost Global Education and Guidepost Montessori are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). We will not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, alienage or citizenship, disability, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under applicable federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. Our leadership is dedicated to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy. When requested, we are committed to reasonably accommodate employees and applicants with disabilities or special needs that may require an accommodation.
Skills Required
- Illinois Director Requirements
- Early childhood education leadership experience
- Affinity for connecting with people
- Strong organizational skills
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Strong attention to detail with a focus on results
- Facility with computer systems
- A high degree of personal initiative
- Experience as an Admissions, Administrative, Program or School Director for a preschool
- Familiarity with the Montessori method of education or a Montessori certification
- Experience working with Salesforce/CRM and billing software
- Knowledge of the local community to inform marketing efforts
What We Do
Guidepost Montessori is a global network of high-quality Montessori schools and child care programs dedicated to fostering children's independence through authentic, child-paced learning. Serving students from birth to age 18, the organization operates over 90 campuses across the United States and internationally, providing nurturing environments and personalized care aimed at helping every child thrive in a structured Montessori setting.
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