Escuela del Sol Montessori, New Mexico’s oldest Montessori school, is seeking a Head of
School. The goal of the school is for the Head of School position to be permanent, but we are
open to candidates interested in serving for a shorter period.
Responsibilities:
The Head of School will be responsible for managing school operations, ensuring academic
quality and institutional strength, and meeting the needs of students, families, and staff at our
historic, AMS-accredited school. The ideal leadership style will be collaborative and in alignment
with Montessori philosophy.
Areas of responsibility include:
- Academic Leadership: Provide pedagogical leadership; oversee continuum of
Montessori programming at all levels including core courses as well as studio arts, music
and Spanish curricula.
- Community Relations, Communications: Oversee school messaging among its
various constituencies including parents, students, community partners and the wider
public. Serve as community liaison.
- Student and Family Support: Coordinate programs for staff, children, and families of
Escuela including behavioral support and disciplinary policies are sound and
implemented appropriately.
- ABAR and Inclusivity: Uphold Escuela’s commitment to an inclusive, anti-racist
environment. This work includes taking a proactive approach to eliminating biases and/or
racism in our community.
- Operations: Oversee and evaluate operational and organizational procedures including
day-to-day school management, admission and enrollment processes, safety and other
policies.
- Personnel, Staff Management: Oversee workplace management and support efforts to
nurture Escuela as a “leaderful organization” with opportunities for professional and
personal growth. Delegate responsibilities effectively to empower new leaders.
- Strategic Planning, Development and Financial Oversight: Participate in strategic
planning efforts for the school and the organization as a whole. Lead and implement
initiatives in alignment with the strategic plan. Work with the Executive Director to
develop and oversee annual operating budgets.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate for this position will have all or most of the following qualifications:
- AMS or AMI credential, classroom experience, and experience in Montessori administration.
- Three to five years relevant leadership experience, including a commitment to ongoing
Montessori professional development.
- Experience in coaching teachers and performing teacher evaluations.
- A well-developed leadership style that is collaborative, supportive and empowering.
- Ability to engage a diverse group of students, families, community members,
policymakers and donors.
- A strong background in Montessori education oriented toward educational equity, social
justice, ABAR education and restorative justice practice.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
We are looking for candidates who share our organizational values. A strong applicant
embraces diversity, values inclusion, is inquisitive, and has a passion for learning.
Compensation
The salary range for this position is between $75,900 and $95,900, depending on experience
and qualifications, plus a strong benefits package.
To Apply
If you are eager to combine best practices, inspiration, humor, grace, creativity, and compassion
in a leadership role, please email a letter of interest and resume, including 3 references, to
executivedirector@edelsol.org.
Due to the pace of the search, candidates are strongly encouraged to apply as soon as
possible.