Preschool Director

Guidepost Montessori is hiring a Head of School (Preschool Director) to lead and grow our South Beaverton campus. This is an opportunity to lead a thriving Montessori community, inspire a passionate team of educators, and make a meaningful impact on children and families every day. As Head of School, you will serve as the leader of the campus community, guiding the vision, supporting and developing staff, building strong relationships with families, and ensuring an exceptional educational experience for every child.

Responsibilities

Lead and inspire the campus team through strong coaching, communication, and support; Build a positive school culture rooted in collaboration, professionalism, and care; Develop and execute strategic plans to support enrollment growth and school success; Partner with families to create a strong, engaged school community; Ensure classrooms consistently deliver high-quality Montessori education; Oversee campus operations and manage the school budget responsibly; Recruit, hire, develop, and retain exceptional educators and staff; Collaborate with school leadership partners to meet enrollment and retention goals

Requirements

Early childhood education leadership experience; Strong organizational and operational management skills; Excellent written and verbal communication abilities; A talent for building warm, collaborative, and accountable team cultures; Strong decision-making skills and the ability to lead confidently in a fast-paced environment; A genuine passion for child development and educational excellence; Commitment to authentic Montessori education and child-centered learning

Nice to have

Experience teaching in an early childhood education setting; Experience as a School Director, Program Director, Admissions Director, Administrative Director, or similar leadership role in a preschool or early learning environment; Familiarity with Montessori education and/or Montessori certification; Step 9 or higher in the Oregon Registry OR at least one year of experience managing or supervising adults, combined with knowledge of child development

Benefits

Competitive salary; Ongoing leadership development and professional growth opportunities; Career advancement within a rapidly growing organization; Supportive network of peers, mentors, and education leaders; Health, dental, and vision insurance; Generous paid time off and paid holidays; 75% tuition discount for up to two children at any school in our network; The opportunity to make a lasting impact in a child-centered, mission-driven environment