Assistant Director

Bala House Montessori is seeking a collaborative, organized, and relationship-centered Assistant Director to join our leadership team. This position serves as the primary support person for teachers, students, and families while helping ensure the smooth day-to-day operation of the school.

The Assistant Director works closely with the School Director to support classroom excellence, staff development, student success, and school culture. This role is ideal for an experienced educator or educational leader who is passionate about Montessori education, coaching teachers, and building strong partnerships with families.

Teacher Support & Instructional Leadership

• Conduct regular classroom observations and provide coaching and feedback to teachers and assistants.
• Support Montessori curriculum implementation and classroom consistency.
• Facilitate assistant teacher training and professional development.
• Assist with staff onboarding, mentoring, and performance evaluations.
• Collaborate with lead teachers to strengthen classroom management and student engagement.

Student Support & Family Communication

• Coordinate intervention plans for students requiring additional academic, behavioral, or social-emotional support.
• Partner with families, teachers, specialists, and outside providers to ensure consistent support for students.
• Monitor student progress and maintain appropriate documentation.
• Support parent meetings and facilitate effective communication between home and school.

School Operations

• Assist with daily school operations and serve as the administrative lead when the School Director is unavailable.
• Support student supervision, arrival, dismissal, extended care, and special events.
• Help coordinate substitute coverage and staffing needs.
• Maintain compliance with school policies, licensing requirements, and safety procedures.

Community & Culture

• Foster a positive, inclusive, and collaborative school culture.
• Support communication between administration, teachers, and staff.
• Help strengthen systems that promote accountability, transparency, and teamwork.
• Participate in school events, admissions activities, and community-building initiatives.

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Child Development, Educational Leadership, or a related field.
• Montessori credential preferred.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of teaching or school leadership experience.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience coaching teachers and supporting student interventions preferred.
• Ability to balance multiple priorities while maintaining a calm, positive presence.

The ideal candidate is:

• A strong relationship builder.
• An effective communicator.
• Organized and solution-oriented.
• Comfortable managing both instructional and operational responsibilities.
• Passionate about supporting teachers and helping children thrive.

Position Type: Full-Time (academic year)
Schedule: Monday–Friday
Reports To: School Director
Location: Bala House Montessori School, Bala Cynwyd, PA

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