PRE-SCHOOL ADMINISTRATOR / DIRECTOR Job at Little Blossom Montessori School, Aurora, IL

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  • Little Blossom Montessori School
  • Aurora, IL

Job Description

Little Blossom Montessori School at Aurora, IL welcomes applications for an ADMINISTRATOR / DIRECTOR to work with the Head of school for the day to day administration of the school. Little Blossom Montessori School follows the Montessori educational methods.

We offer year-round programs to support the needs of a variety of families. We have children from the age group from 6 weeks to 6 years in a transitional classroom approach. As the Director of the school, you will be responsible with the administrative duties managing the staff, scheduling the staff time, dealing with the day-to-day operations of the school and working with parents if required, with their concerns regarding their childs early Montessori education. You will be responsible for overseeing the operations of school programs, school enrollment, program staff. The Director of School will work closely with the Head of School and board to directors for the strategy of our school. If required the director will work in the classroom.

Qualifications for director of School:

Bachelors in Early Childhood Education. 2 years or more experience. Certification in the 3-6 year Montessori classroom or 24-36 months (preferred but not required) with several years of experience working with toddlers, preschoolers.
Two years of administrative experience as a Preschool director.
Ability to work closely with staff, children, and parents to design and implement thoughtful and effective Montessori curriculum
Additional training/ experience working with toddlers
Develop and work with Summer School activities and work year round.
Successful candidates will be qualified Montessori experts with significant experience as classroom teachers, teacher educators, or Montessori administrators, with an interest in advancing current research in Montessori and who should be qualified and able to take up challenging positions as Director of the school and further as we grow. Deep knowledge of Montessori early childhood theory and practice, a commitment to engaging parents and families and a willingness to question pedagogical presumptions are essential. Teachers who have experience in collaborating with parents or as teacher trainers may be especially successful in this role.

Our school with a community focus empowers teachers to lead and grow, so those who are interested in developing curriculum and making an impact on the classroom will find a welcoming and supportive environment. We would prefer the candidate to be full time with a commitment to work. Pay, competitive within industry. Paid vacation and sick leave and medical insurance.

Interested applicants should forward resume. Call 630-362-8134

Job Type: Full-time

Required education:

Bachelor"s in Early Childhood education or
Certified Montessori Lead Teacher with Administration background

Required experience:

Administration at a School: 2 years plus
Montessori Early Childhood: 2 years
Required license or certification:

Montessori Certification from AMS or AMI (preferred, but not mandatory)
Job Type: Full-time or Contract

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract
Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Tags

Full time, Contract work, Part time, Summer work,

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