Regional Director of Schools

At Apple Montessori Schools, we believe that guiding the development of children is a great responsibility. Are you a passionate leader that wants to grow while making a lasting impact on children’s lives? If that sounds like you, we’d like to welcome you to Apple Montessori’s growing family! We are currently seeking an experienced Regional Director of Schools to grow with us.

Why Apple Montessori Schools?

• Live our mission of enriching and inspiring young children to reach their fullest potential as kind, independent, confident and curious individuals for a lifetime of happiness and success
• Uphold our company values of Integrity, Passion, Caring, and Pursuit of Excellence in all that we do.
• Modern Montessori approach goes beyond the traditional Montessori philosophy. We have fused the core tenants of Montessori with today’s state-of-the-art learning tools and enhanced teacher training to give our students and staff an advantage
• We are growing and creating beautiful facilities featuring certified Outdoor Classrooms, swimming pools and more
• Offer continuous professional development opportunities from Professional Development Days to Apple Academy
• An IACET-Accredited Training Department meaning we offer IACET CEUs (Continuing Education Units) for all learning events that comply with IACET’s standards.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401K plan
• Competitive Paid time off including year-end holiday week closure!
• Generous child tuition discount
• Discount on personal Verizon Wireless accounts
• Career Path Opportunities – Grow with Apple!
• Staff Appreciation Days because we are passionate about our team and value their thoughts, support their goals and celebrate their success.

Some responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Hire, train and coach staff assigned in region and inspire them to be the best version of themselves
• Plan, develop, schedule, and/or provide in-service training and evaluation of childcare staff
• Compliance for federal, state, and local rules, regulations, and licensing requirements
• Monitor and account for accuracy of yearly budgets for your region
• Establish routines and provide positive guidance
• Document and maintain all Intervention Paperwork and process
• Oversee Facility Management
• Maintains confidential student, parent and/or school information per company policies
• Performs all such related and non-related duties as may by assigned by the COO
• Have fun! We encourage you to do what you love and love what you do

REPORTS TO : Chief Operating Officer

• Bachelor of Arts or Master of Arts in Early Childhood Education or a related field
• Experienced Multi-Unit Operator in Early Childcare Education
• Experience with DCF and DOE compliance and licensing
• Exceptional organization and attention to detail
• Prior leadership experience required; Regional Director Experience preferred.
• Some level of business/general management experience (leading people and teams), multi-site preferred.
• New School Opening experience preferred
• ECE Experience (Montessori preferred), ability to be a coach/mentor in an education/ECE environment
• Completion of NAMC Certification will be required within two years of hire
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills with the ability to initiate and maintain working relationships with all levels of staff, management, vendors and parents
• Willingness to travel, flexibility, embrace change
• Computer literacy in Office Word, Excel, Outlook and web-based applications, and proficient in the use of office equipment
• Ability to promote the school to new families and increase enrollment.

Working and Physical Demands:

• Office based, requires full range of body motion including bending, sitting, and standing through the required hour workday
• Requires flexibility in response to school needs. Must be regularly available and willing to work at least required hours per day.
• Perform duties on site unless otherwise indicated and approved.