​Head of School

Richmond

Fulton Montessori is looking for a certified, dedicated and experienced Montessori professional to assume the responsibilities of Head of School. We are a unique school committed to providing access to the Montessori experience to families equitably in the community we serve. We look forward to speaking with qualified candidates about this exciting opportunity.

See this video link for our pre-recorded virtual tour we share with our families: https://youtu.be/GFlzgNyZ9C8 

ABOUT FULTON MONTESSORI SCHOOL See this short video for a quick look at our program, but at our former location: https://youtu.be/xN66P-xnCTQ

Founded in 2018 by Salome Fernando, Fulton Montessori School is a grassroots non-profit Montessori preschool that serves children ages 16 months through kindergarten year. Using an income-based sliding tuition rate, FMS serves a wide range of working families and is proud to provide affordable year-round Montessori education to our community. As a result, we have a diverse community of Board of Directors, donors, staff, and families that embody and support our mission to “strengthen children through Montessori education in Richmond's East End.”

Visit www.fultonmontessori.com and @fultonmontessori FB page for more information about our organization.

POSITION DETAILS:
8:00-5:00pm, M-F (with 1-hour unpaid break)
Remote work occasional with adequate staffing,
occasional responsibilities outside work hours
Year-round
Reports to: Board of Directors
Compensation and Benefits $50,000- $60,000
Salaried, permanent, full-time $500 Hiring bonus at 3 months
8 paid Federal holidays (Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King, Jr, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day)
4 weeks of school-wide breaks – (FT salaried and paid breaks, PT unpaid school breaks)
10 PTO days (hours comparable to your workday) available after a 3-month probationary period from your start date (employee contract details these terms and conditions)
Start Date: ASAP to begin training under existing Director or 5/29/2023
General: Ensures Montessori standards are executed and maintained
Executes and coordinates fundraising initiatives by procuring donors, engaging volunteers as needed, securing sponsorships, and tracking event costs.
Collaborates with the Board of Directors to ensure FMS policies are sustainable and comply with licensing guidelines
Oversees licensing inspections, Admissions, Virtual tours, Student application review, Classroom visit follow-up with Leads, tuition, contract details, preparation, Coordination of classroom placements, enrollment projections, programming
Responsible for overseeing and maintaining office and classroom supplies and materials budgets
Responsible to keep organizational and programmatic data current for grant writer and/or Board of Directors for grant and funding opportunities
Participation in VBQ
Staff Evaluates staff and offers feedback, coaching, and professional development
Reviews and extends
Lead contracts annually
Conducts Monthly Team Meetings
Observes in classrooms
Approves all paid and unpaid time off
Approves staff hours for payroll
Issues disciplinary action
Coordinates staff schedules
Coordinates hiring and off-boarding:
Recruitment Interviewing
Extends job offers

Qualifications
Montessori training, AMI or AMS
Bachelors Degree
VA Department of Education Qualification standards for Program Director
Dedication to the practice of the Montessori educational philosophy
Independent school or non-profit administration experience
Coursework in Early Childhood Education or Child Development
Demonstrated leadership qualities
Excellent communication skills
Fund development experience preferred
Virginia Preservice Training for Childcare Staff (free 10 hour training)
Preferences Master’s Degree
Experience with Quickbooks and/or budgeting
Grant Writing experience or interest
Experience working in a non-profit
Familiarity with VA DSS Child Care Subsidy Program
Knowledge of VA DOE Standards for Licensed Child Day Centers

Contact Information for Applicants
Send your information to:
Board of Directors EMAIL: [email protected]
We look forward to reviewing your cover letter, resume and references and learning about how your experiences could serve our growing school! You MUST include "Head of School" in your subject line to help redirect your information to the FMS search committee. Thank you!