Employment Opportunities

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Newport Montessori School seeks a Director to provide overall leadership for school operations,

staff, and community. Working in close partnership with the Board of Directors, the Director will

support continuity, collaboration, and long-term sustainability within a Board-governed

structure.

As the school transitions to a Board-governed model, the Director will play a key role in ensuring

day-to-day stability while helping to position the school for its next phase of growth and

leadership.

Leadership & Operations

• Provide overall leadership for school operations, administration, and daily functioning

• Foster a positive, stable school culture for staff, students, and families

• Support enrollment, staffing, scheduling, and operational needs

• Partner closely with the Assistant Director and Executive Assistant

• Maintain regular, visible presence within the school and classrooms

• Step in to support or cover classrooms as needed to ensure continuity of instruction

Staff & Community

• Support and collaborate with teaching staff in alignment with Montessori principles

• Communicate clearly, consistently, and professionally with families

• Serve as a visible, approachable leader within the school community

Board Partnership, Governance & Finance

• Work in close partnership with the Board on strategy, policy, and long-term planning

• Operate within a clearly defined Board-governed structure

• Provide updates and recommendations while maintaining appropriate role boundaries

• Demonstrate financial awareness, including:

• Ability to work with and help develop school budgets

• Understanding of nonprofit financial management and sustainability

• Support fundraising and development efforts, including grant awareness or grant-writing

experience

Required

• Bachelor’s degree required

• Demonstrated teaching experience in an educational setting

• Leadership experience in education (school, nonprofit, or comparable environment)

• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

• Demonstrated financial awareness and comfort working with budgets

• Ability to lead with clarity, steadiness, and professionalism during periods of transition

• Collaborative leadership style with experience working alongside a governing Board

Strongly Preferred

• Montessori experience or certification (or willingness to pursue)

• Experience overseeing school operations and staff

• Grant writing or development experience

• Experience working within a Board-governed organization

Position Details

• Full-time, year-round position

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience

• Benefits package available

• Interviews expected to begin March 2026

Interested candidates should submit the following materials:

One combined PDF containing:

• Resume
• Letter of intent outlining leadership experience, teaching background, and interest in the role

Brief introductory video (approximately 30-60 seconds)

Please, no phone calls or drop-ins to Newport Montessori School. 

All inquiries and application materials

should be submitted via email to: board@newportmontessori.org