Director or Elementary and Middle School

Andover School of Montessori, Inc., Andover MA
Administrative

Description

The Director is a member of ASM's Leadership Team and provides educational and programmatic leadership for the Elementary, Middle School, and Integrated Arts divisions. Working closely with school leadership, the Director supports and develops faculty, strengthens curriculum and instruction, partners with students and families, and helps guide the effective day-to-day operation of these programs in alignment with the School's mission. The successful candidate will be an experienced educational leader who enjoys working closely with faculty, can navigate complex situations thoughtfully, builds trusting relationships with families, and brings clarity and follow-through to the daily work.

Qualifications

Master's degree in education, educational leadership, or a related field. Experience in an independent-school leadership. Montessori teaching, leadership, or training experience. Familiarity with Montessori philosophy and practice. Significant experience as an educator in an independent school or comparable educational setting. Successful experience leading a school division, department, academic program, grade-level team, or other significant educational function. Demonstrated experience supervising, coaching, and developing adults. Strong management, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to move effectively between strategic priorities and daily needs.

Benefits

Salary: $85,000 - $97,000/Exempt/12 month position, 5 weeks vacation, Medical/dental health benefits, 50% Tuition remission for children of employees, sick time, paid holidays, and 401K match.

Contact Information

If you would like more detail on this position or you are interested in applying, please send a résumé and letter of interest to: Barbara Orlowitz Head of School Andover School of Montessori borlowitz@andovermontessori.org