Montessori Academy seeks a qualified candidate for its Head of School position beginning in the summer of 2026. Montessori Academy is a 501(c)3 serving approximately 300 students in 16 classrooms from toddler through high school. It is accredited by the American Montessori Society, the International Montessori Council, and Cognia.

The next Head of School will be joining an established, successful, 39-year-old Montessori school with an exciting outlook for the future. They must be skilled at building trust and relationships to cultivate a strong and respected voice in Montessori pedagogy. A commitment to high-quality Montessori education, building on the legacy and accomplishments of the school, and honoring the dedication of the faculty, parents, and Board is essential for the new Head of School.
The ideal candidate is an experienced administrator who is well-versed in leadership and accountable for running a Montessori school. The new Head of School must provide oversight and partner with the Board of Directors for strategic planning and effectively obtain support and buy-in from the faculty and community to join in that vision. The Head of School is expected to maintain stability and strengthen the school community. A Head of School who is knowledgeable and implements the best practices in Montessori is essential.

For a complete job description, see: https://www.metroconsultingservices.com/open-searches.

Position Requirements
● Montessori teaching credential strongly preferred
● Administrative experience in an educational setting; at least five years’ experience in administration in a Montessori school preferred
● Previous classroom experience in Montessori preferred
● A Master of Education preferred
● Experience with regulatory, personnel, budget, and fiscal management required
● Experience working with a governing Board is strongly preferred
● Demonstrated experience in strategic planning, financial management and organizational development preferred
● Meeting all requirements of local, state and accrediting/regulatory bodies; including the Head of School requirements of an AMS accredited school

Passionate, highly trained Montessori educators lead Montessori Academy’s classrooms. Each space is guided by credentialed teachers, supported by a strong administrative team including a Director of Education, a Student Support Coordinator, Director of Operations, Institutional Advancement officer, and additional enrichment and level coordinators. With an operating budget of over four million dollars, the school is supported by a caring Board of Directors which functions to oversee the financial stability of the school and its strategic direction. Tuition revenues support the operations of the school.

Montessori Academy’s roots can be traced back to 1967 when founder Eileen Bernstorf opened the first Montessori school in Nashville with a neighbor. The current campus opened in 1986. From its inception, there was a desire to “do it right” in the Montessori realm, leading to Montessori Academy being the first and only school in the Nashville area to be fully accredited by the AMS, Cognia, and IMC. As a non-sectarian school, the school has followed an authentic Montessori philosophy from the beginning, with expertly trained educators and curriculum materials that align with Montessori principles. The school has a strong foundation and is a sought-after school in the community.