About this opportunity
Latin American Montessori Bilingual Public Charter School lists this Montessori School Founding Director opportunity in nashville, Tennessee. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
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Job Description
Start: September 1, 2026 or ASAP · Relocation stipend available for the right candidate
Little Luminaries Montessori is a new, authentic Montessori school launching in January 2027 in the Greater Nashville area — serving roughly 200 children ages six weeks to six years in a beautiful, purpose-built facility, with the operational excellence of the best programs. As an American Montessori Society (AMS) member school, we are committed to authentic, high-quality Montessori.
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 students and staff succeed, Montessori program fidelity, staff hiring and development, the family experience, licensing, and enrollment. You'll lead a full team of roughly 25 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 (infant, 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
What we offer
Competitive salary and a full benefits package (health insurance, vision, dental, 401(k), and PTO)
Paid professional development and Montessori credentialing support
Relocation stipend available for the right candidate
A beautiful, brand-new, purpose-built facility
A founder-led, mission-driven, supportive culture
Growth opportunities as we open additional classrooms and schools
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field preferred
Montessori credential (AMS / AMI / 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
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Worksite address
nashville, TN, 37247, US
Who can apply
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