School Director

About the role

Guidepost Montessori is looking for a bold, driven leader to become the next Head of School in the Katy area and help build something extraordinary. Guidepost Montessori believes today's traditional education system is broken—outdated, rigid, and out of step with what kids need to thrive. Their answer is an education model built for independence that grows confident, capable, action-oriented thinkers and change agents from the first years of life. They are expanding authentic, high-fidelity Montessori programs across the U.S. and globally.

Responsibilities

As Head of School, you will set the tone, pace, and standard for the campus, grow enrollment fast, build a team people are proud to join, earn the trust of a strong parent community, and ensure every classroom delivers an exceptional experience for every child.

• Craft and drive a bold strategic plan for your campus
• Build a culture that brings our mission to life, every single day
• Grow a tight-knit community among staff, parents, and children
• Champion the delivery of an exceptional Montessori program
• Own your campus's profitability, including full budget management
• Team up with your Assistant Head of School to hit ambitious enrollment goals
• Hire, support, develop, and lead an outstanding teaching staff

Requirements

You should bring:

• Director‑qualified credentials
• Leadership experience in early childhood education
• Sharp organizational skills, close attention to detail, and a relentless focus on results
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• A gift for building a warm, caring team culture
• Strong leadership instincts and the courage to make tough calls with limited information
• A genuine passion for getting education right through Montessori pedagogy

Bonus points if you have:

• Hands‑on teaching experience in an early childhood education setting
• Experience as an Admissions, Administrative, Program, or School Director for a preschool
• Familiarity with the Montessori method—or a Montessori certification

Benefits

• Real, ongoing professional development
• A supportive network of peers and mentors who share what's working
• Genuine career growth and promotion opportunities
• A competitive salary
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• A 75% tuition discount for two children at any school in our network (serving children 3 months through 6 years old)
• The chance to help shape a program that meets every child exactly where they are