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Cadence Education · 2 days ago

Montessori Director

Round Rock, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

$48K/yr - $62K/yr

1+ years exp

Cadence Education, through its Sunrise Montessori branch, is seeking an inspiring Montessori Director to lead their team of childcare visionaries. This role focuses on fostering a safe and joyful preschool environment, driving curriculum success, and building strong community connections while leading a team of educators.

ChildrenEducationTutoring

Hiring Manager

Natalie Schulz

Responsibilities

Champion a safe, joyful preschool environment that nurtures every child’s growth and curiosity

Drive the success of our top-tier curriculum, ensuring it exceeds national and state standards

Build strong, open connections with parents, staff, and kids, fostering a tight-knit community

Lead a team of 20–40 educators, mentoring them through training, appraisals, and growth plans

Crush financial and enrollment goals while keeping quality and care first

Shine at marketing events and community outreach to make our school the talk of the town

Ensure full compliance with licensing, safety, and sanitation regulations, plus federal and state laws

Recruit and hire top talent to keep our team unstoppable

Qualification

Montessori philosophyEarly childhood educationLeadership experienceNational/state education standardsUSDA Nutritional StandardsCompliance regulationsCommunity outreachCommunication skillsTeam mentoring

Required

Proven leadership at an early childhood facility with multiple classrooms and programs

At least 1 year leading with Montessori philosophy, curriculum, and techniques

Meets state licensing standards at a director level, including criminal background screening and fingerprinting

Education/experience in one of these: Bachelor's degree + 1+ year in a supervisory role 6+ months in group childcare, OR Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education + 1+ year in a supervisory role and 2+ years in group childcare, OR Associate's degree (or equivalent) + 1+ year in a supervisory role and 2+ years in group childcare

Deep knowledge of national/state education standards, licensing, fire, health, and OSHA regulations

Strong grasp of USDA Nutritional Standards for Schools

At least 21 years old with a valid driver's license and a driving record meeting company standards

Ability to travel and work nights/weekends as needed