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Montessori School of Ruston Hiring for Head of School at Ruston, LA Full Time
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Who we are:
Montessori School of Ruston (MSR)’s mission is to engage students holistically and respectfully, inspire a lifetime of love and learning, cultivate innovative thinking and creativity, and instill a sense of moral and global responsibility. MSR is an accredited Montessori school serving children from toddler through 8th grade (12 months and walking to 15 years) with a 36-year track record of inspiring amazing work. We believe children come to us with a desire to learn and it is our job to meet that desire with experiences that engage them in wonder, joy, creativity, and ingenuity.
Montessori School of Ruston (MSR)’s mission is to engage students holistically and respectfully, inspire a lifetime of love and learning, cultivate innovative thinking and creativity, and instill a sense of moral and global responsibility. MSR is an accredited Montessori school serving children from toddler through 8th grade (12 months and walking to 15 years) with a 36-year track record of inspiring amazing work. We believe children come to us with a desire to learn and it is our job to meet that desire with experiences that engage them in wonder, joy, creativity, and ingenuity.
Roles and Responsibilities:
We are looking for an experienced educator and leader, who has a love for the Montessori method and a passion for building a strong school community of students, parents, and staff.
As the Head of School, you’ll be responsible for:
Creating a strategic plan for the school.
Daily operations of the school.
Compliance with all licensing/accrediting agencies.
Ensuring sufficient staff/child ratios.
Enforcing school policies.
Building and maintaining enrollment at sustainable levels.
Leading and building a team of collaborative personnel.
Hiring, supporting, developing, managing, and retaining staff.
Ensuring a high standard of the educational experience for all students.
Building school culture and a strong student, parent, and staff community.
Cultivating relationships with parents and engaging parents in the MSR culture.
Communicating the mission of MSR to the wider community.
Engaging in community outreach to enhance the status and reputation of MSR.
What We Offer:
Competitive salary.
Professional development opportunities.
Tuition discounts.
Paid time off.
We would love to talk to you if you have:
Bachelor’s Degree.
At least 3 years of formal Montessori teaching experience.
3 to 5 years of leadership/management experience.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
An aptitude for creating a warm and compassionate team culture.
We will prefer you over other candidates if you have:
Master’s degree.
AMS certification.
Where We Are:
Located in the piney hills of north Louisiana, Ruston and nearby Grambling is the home to two universities. Ruston is known for its annual peach festival, but also has a thriving historic downtown shopping district and arts culture, and a new state-of-the-art sports complex. The area is also home to many outdoor amenities, including walking and biking trails, lakes for fishing and boating, campgrounds, and venues for outdoor entertainment.
You can learn more about MSR by visiting https://www.rustonmontessori.org/. To learn more about our town you can visit https://www.rustonlincoln.com/.