Guidepost Montessori

Preschool Director

Guidepost Montessori • $70K — $95K *
Lynnwood, WA 98036In-Person
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Director Qualified status
  • Leadership experience in early childhood education
  • Sharp organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to foster a high-trust team culture
  • Confidence in decision-making under uncertainty
  • Passion for Montessori education

Responsibilities

  • Set the strategic vision for the campus
  • Build a vibrant school culture aligned with the mission
  • Cultivate community among staff, parents, and children
  • Champion a high-quality Montessori program
  • Oversee campus financial health and budget management
  • Partner with Assistant Head of School to achieve enrollment goals
  • Recruit, coach, and lead a team of exceptional teachers

Benefits

  • Real career growth opportunities within a fast-growing network
  • Built-in support system from peers and mentors across campuses
  • Ongoing professional development for leadership growth
  • Full benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Generous paid time off and paid holidays
  • 75% tuition discount for two children in the school network
  • Opportunity to make a significant impact in children's lives
Full Job Description
Head of School (Preschool Director) - Lynnwood Area
Lead a School. Shape a Movement.

As Head of School, you'll be the driving force behind your campus - its culture, its growth, and its impact on every family it serves. You'll:
  • Set the strategic vision and direction for your campus
  • Build a culture that brings our mission to life every single day
  • Cultivate a genuine sense of community among staff, parents, and children
  • Champion an exceptional Montessori program in every classroom
  • Own your campus's financial health, including budget and profitability targets
  • Partner with your Assistant Head of School to hit enrollment goals
  • Recruit, coach, and lead a team of outstanding teachers
Why You'll Love Working Here

We invest in our leaders just as much as we ask them to invest in their teams:
  • Competitive salary: $70,000-$95,000, plus bonus opportunities
  • Real career growth - genuine paths to promotion within a fast-growing network
  • A built-in support system of peers and mentors who share what's working, campus to campus
  • Ongoing professional development to keep sharpening your leadership edge
  • Full benefits: health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off and paid holidays
  • 75% tuition discount for two children at any school in our network (ages 3 months-6 years)
  • The chance to build something that genuinely changes children's lives - starting with yours
What You Bring
  • Director Qualified status
  • Leadership experience in early childhood education
  • Sharp organizational skills, attention to detail, and a results-first mindset
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • A knack for building a warm, high-trust team culture
  • The confidence to make tough calls, even with incomplete information
  • Genuine enthusiasm for Montessori education and what it can do for kids
Bonus Points If You Have
  • Classroom teaching experience in an early childhood setting
  • Prior experience as an Admissions, Administrative, Program, or School Director for a preschool
  • Familiarity with Montessori education or a Montessori certification

If you're ready to lead with purpose, grow a thriving community, and be part of something bigger than a job - we want to hear from you.

About Guidepost Montessori

Guidepost Montessori is a network of Montessori schools in the United States. The company was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in Berkeley, California. Guidepost Montessori operates over 50 schools across the country, serving children from infancy through elementary school. The company's mission is to provide high-quality Montessori education to children and families across the United States. Guidepost Montessori's curriculum is based on the Montessori method, which emphasizes hands-on learning, self-directed activity, and collaborative play. The company's schools are designed to provide a nurturing and supportive environment for children to learn and grow.
Learn more about Guidepost Montessori
Size
500 employees
Industry
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Founded
2016
* Ladders Estimates

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