Montessori Director

About the Role

Guidepost Montessori is seeking a seasoned campus leader to serve as the Head of School in the Hillsboro area. This role is ideal for someone who is deeply committed to Montessori education and can help grow a strong, high-quality learning environment for children, families, and staff.

The organization is focused on expanding authentic Montessori education and building schools that help children become independent, capable, and action-oriented learners. The Head of School will lead the campus team and help ensure the school delivers an excellent educational experience.

What You Will Do

• Set the campus direction through a clear strategic plan.
• Shape and sustain a school culture that reflects the organization’s mission and values.
• Strengthen relationships and community among teachers, parents, and children.
• Make sure the program is delivered at a consistently high standard.
• Oversee budget management and work toward profitability goals.
• Partner with the Assistant Head of School to meet enrollment goals.
• Recruit, coach, support, and manage teaching staff.

What the Organization Offers

• Continuous professional learning and development.
• Access to a supportive peer and mentor network.
• Opportunities to grow and advance your career.
• A competitive compensation package.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Paid time off along with paid holidays.
• A 75% tuition discount for two children enrolled in any school within the network; the network serves children from 3 months to 6 years old.
• The chance to help deliver a strong Montessori program tailored to each child’s needs.

What We’re Looking For

• ORO Step 9 or above.
• Prior leadership experience in early childhood education.
• Excellent planning and organizational ability, with strong attention to detail and outcome focus.
• Strong written and spoken communication skills.
• Ability to build a warm, positive, and collaborative team culture.
• Confident leadership skills and the judgment to make difficult decisions when information is limited.
• Genuine commitment to doing education well through Montessori principles.

Preferred Background

• Experience teaching in an early childhood setting.
• Previous work as an Admissions, Administrative, Program, or School Director in a preschool environment.
• Knowledge of Montessori education or a Montessori certification.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Guidepost Global Education and Guidepost Montessori maintain an equal employment opportunity policy. Hiring and workplace decisions are not made based on 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 protected status under applicable law. The leadership team is responsible for supporting this policy, and reasonable accommodations will be provided for employees and applicants with disabilities or other special needs when requested.