We seek an Executive Director who recognizes the critical importance of an inspired preschool education. Preschool is a critical educational period because roughly 90% of a child’s brain development happens before age five, laying the foundational cognitive, social, and emotional habits for life. The Executive Director provides strategic, financial, and organizational leadership for Mount Sopris Montessori School. The Executive Director sets direction in partnership with the Board of Directors, holds ultimate accountability for the school’s financial health and regulatory standing, and leads the Assistant Director and staff in delivering a high-quality Montessori program. Montessori training is provided as part of onboarding. This role reports to the Board of Directors (via the Board President) and directly supervises the Assistant Director, who manages day-to-day school operations. This is a Colorado Department of Early Childhood (CDEC) “Director of Record” position — the Executive Director carries ultimate licensing accountability for the center.
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Required Qualifications:
College Degree (Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education or similar)
Qualifies as Director under current CDEC requirements for a Large Child Care Center (or can obtain CDEC Director qualification verification before start)
Senior leadership or Board-level experience in a school, nonprofit, or comparable organization
Budget development and financial management experience
Fundraising, development, or donor relations experience
Demonstrated ability to lead through organizational change
Sound judgment handling confidential and sensitive matters.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s degree in early childhood education, educational leadership, or administration
Experience in a Montessori school or familiarity with Montessori philosophy
Experience directing a licensed Colorado child-care center
Nonprofit governance experience.
Schedule:
Full-time, in-person, Monday–Friday during school operating hours, with occasional evenings or weekends for Board meetings and school events.
Benefits:
Paid Time Off
Simple IRA with a match of up to 3% of salary
Health Insurance Stipend
