Montessori Program Director, Alpha - $150,000/year USD

About the role

This is a full-time, onsite position in Austin, TX, with relocation assistance provided. The annual salary is $150,000, distributed weekly, and includes health, dental, and vision coverage starting day one.

Responsibilities

You will architect dynamic learning experiences, mentor a team of Guides, and monitor quantifiable milestone achievement for each child in your program. Approximately one-third of your time will be classroom-based, demonstrating facilitation methods, observing instruction, and conducting alignment sessions.

• Facilitate individual and small-group coaching for PreK Guides, demonstrating instructional methods and recognizing quantifiable progress
• Architect and lead play-based instructional sequences balancing social-emotional learning, literacy, numeracy, and motor development
• Assess and align Guide documentation on a weekly basis for standards consistency and clarity
• Develop family communications and facilitate team briefings that synchronize objectives and uphold collective standards

Requirements

The basic requirements for this role include a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Psychology, or a related field, with a Master's degree or specialized certification preferred.

• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in early years education, early childhood development, or a related field
• Direct experience facilitating group activities with young children ages 3 to 5
• Demonstrated capability to design and execute play-based educational programs or curricula that promote developmental milestones
• At least 1 year of experience coaching or managing a team of educators with accountability for performance outcomes
• Experience creating written family progress communications and facilitating team coordination meetings in an educational context
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without requiring visa sponsorship
• Willingness to work onsite at Alpha Austin campus with relocation assistance available as needed

Nice-to-have requirements include knowledge of edtech platforms, adaptive dashboards, or digital observation tools utilized in early childhood environments, and background with behavior guidance approaches and co-regulation methods for children ages 3-5.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in early childhood education and experience designing and executing play-based educational programs. They will also have excellent coaching and leadership skills, with the ability to mentor a team of Guides and facilitate team briefings.

Skills

Key skills for this role include the ability to design and execute play-based educational programs, facilitate individual and small-group coaching, and assess and align Guide documentation. The ideal candidate will also have excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to develop family communications and facilitate team briefings.

Benefits

The benefits for this role include a competitive salary, health, dental, and vision coverage, and relocation assistance. The company also offers a dynamic and supportive work environment, with opportunities for professional growth and development.