Education Director

Education Director

At Apple Montessori Schools, our mission is to nurture the whole child—academically, socially, and emotionally. The Education Specialist plays a pivotal role in the educational aspects of Apple Montessori’s program. This position is responsible for participating in family events, reviewing communication between staff and families, ensuring educational excellence, and driving quality outcomes for both students and teachers.

We’re seeking a passionate educator who thrives in both child-centered and adult learning environments. If you believe in the transformative power of Montessori education, are a natural mentor, and excel in clear, compassionate communication, we’d love to connect with you. This is more than a job — it’s an opportunity to make a meaningful impact every single day.

Edgewater, NJ

• Family Engagement and Communication: foster a communicative, supportive atmosphere, ensuring families are informed through events like Back to School Night, Parent-Teacher Conferences, and workshops.
• Teacher Mentorship & Professional Development: coach and mentor teachers in curriculum, classroom management, and development. Provide feedback, lead professional development, evaluate performance, and support onboarding and training completion.
• Program Quality & Compliance: oversee assessments and staff training, ensure compliance with standards, and monitor classrooms for safety and curriculum alignment. Track student interventions, support incident reviews, manage inventories, review lesson plans, and maintain clean, well‑equipped learning environments.
• Staff Management & Leadership: support staff retention by addressing concerns, resolving conflicts, and serving as a trusted resource for teachers. Ensure staff complete required professional development hours.

• A Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Montessori Education, or a related field is required.
• Montessori certification at the Early Childhood level (AMS, AMI, NAMC or equivalent) is preferred or willing to be obtained.
• Minimum of 3 years in early childhood education.
• 1 year of experience as a supervisor or coordinator.
• Knowledge of the Montessori philosophy and methods.
• Strong mentorship and communication skills.
• Experience with educational technology and administrative tools (e.g., Pro Care, Salesforce, Vector, etc.).
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Strong interpersonal skills to engage with staff, parents, and the broader community.
• Flexibility with scheduling and location as this role requires travel to multiple sites as well as opening and closing shifts.