Montessori Preschool Director

Job Description

Job Description

About This Role

The Director is responsible for the educational and operational leadership of the school. They are the designated “Center Director” for licensing purposes. This role ensures pedagogical and operational sides of the school. This includes overseeing program quality, staff development, and Montessori fidelity, fulfilling all DCYF licensing oversight requirements, and managing daily operations including staffing, schedules, enrollment, parent and staff communication, community presence, and financial responsibilities. The Director works with the Board of Directors to ensure management and development of our program.

What You'll Do

Duties include but are not limited to:

1. DCYF licensing and compliance management
2. Curriculum development
3. Staff management, including hiring and oversight of training and professional development
4. Staff communication and scheduling
5. Parent communication
6. Enrollment
7. School event planning and management
8. Daily operations and on-site management
9. Working with Finance Committee and Board on budgeting and school financials

Requirements

Montessori certification

Holds or is working toward an ECE State Certificate or equivalent

Minimum 2 years of teaching experience in an early learning setting

Minimum 6 months of administrative/management experience

Completed DCYF preservice requirements (per WAC 110-300-0105)

Engages in ongoing annual professional development

Benefits

• Paid Leave
• Sick Leave
• Retirement Plan
• Child Care Discount
• Professional Development

• This is a salaried position offering paid sick leave, professional development, paid personal time off, and retirement contributions. Tuition discounts for children are available.