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Montessori School Director
Luminary Montessori · Hendersonville, TN · Full-time · Start: Immediately · Relocation stipend available for the right candidate
Luminary Montessori is a new, authentic Montessori school opening in January 2027 in Hendersonville, Tennessee — serving children from 10 weeks to six years in a beautiful, purpose-built facility, with the operational excellence of the best programs.
ROLE SUMMARY
Lead the school's educational vision and day-to-day operations as our first and most important hire. You will own building the culture and high standards that help children and staff succeed, Montessori program fidelity, staff hiring and development, the family experience, licensing, and enrollment. At capacity the school will serve approximately 150–175 children, and you will lead a full team of roughly 30–35 staff — administrative, lead teachers, and assistant teachers — reporting to and partnering closely with the founders to launch and grow the school.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Hire, train, coach, and retain a high-performing teaching team
Ensure authentic Montessori implementation across every classroom
Set the vision for each classroom's prepared environment — selecting age-appropriate furniture and Montessori materials for every age group (Nido, Toddler, and Primary)
Support, mentor, and evaluate teachers and staff, and lead ongoing professional development
Own enrollment, family relationships, tours, and community presence
Manage daily operations, schedules, ratios, and health & safety
Steward the annual budget, financial oversight, and vendor relationships with the owners
Lead Tennessee DHS licensing and ongoing compliance
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field preferred
Montessori credential (AMI / AMS / MACTE) and/or Montessori school leadership experience strongly preferred
3+ years of leadership or school-management experience preferred, including hiring, staff development, and budget oversight
Experience leading a large school or child care center (150+ children) preferred
WHAT WE OFFER
Competitive salary and a full benefits package — health insurance, vision, dental, 401(k), and paid time off
Paid professional development and Montessori credentialing support
A beautiful, brand-new, purpose-built facility
A founder-led, mission-driven, supportive culture
Growth opportunities as we open additional classrooms and schools
Luminary Montessori is an equal-opportunity employer.
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Worksite address
hendersonville, TN, 37077, US
Who can apply
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