Greenspring School, Lutherville

A reverence for human dignity, a commitment to social justice, a commitment to honoring the unique spirit of each child, a love of nature and a deep understanding, love and respect for Montessori education are strong indicators of a potential fit for our school community.

The Director of Early Education (DE) is a member of Greenspring Montessori School’s administrative team, reporting directly to the Head of School.

Establish a professional rapport with all faculty members. Develop a curriculum that draws directly upon Montessori philosophy. Provide families with a satisfactory quantity and quality of honest and kind communication. Observe, know, understand and behold the students. Nurture and mentor Guides, supporting their success and development. Observe frequently in the classroom settings, offer timely written and oral feedback and support towards best Montessori practices in all classrooms.

Identify areas of struggle and work with the Head of School to identify opportunities for growth, and if/when necessary to create and implement Professional Support Plans to support the needed growth. Regularly review planning, observation notes and record keeping. Ensure that Guides are offering their Partners ongoing feedback and are engaged in team reflection and goal setting meetings. Establish a professional rapport with Greenspring families.

Support families with concerns in partnering with Guides to address their concerns and support the student. Exceptional speaking and interpersonal skills. Strong understanding of de-escalation techniques and ability to self-regulate and offer regulation. Ability to work well both independently and collaboratively. Deep understanding of and competency in Montessori pedagogy.