Assistant Director of Administration and Education

Assistant Director of Administration and Education

Assistant Director of Administration & Education

The Montessori Schools | Flatiron & So Ho
Immediate Placement

The Montessori Schools located in the heart of Manhattan's Flatiron District and vibrant SoHo are dedicated to offering high-fidelity, classical Montessori education within thoughtfully designed urban campuses. Our community is composed of globally minded, highly engaged families who value excellence, authenticity, and a warm, inclusive school culture.

We are seeking an Assistant Director of Administration & Education to join our administrative team. This role is central to the smooth operation of our schools and provides daily support to our faculty, leadership team, and parent community.

The Assistant Director of Administration & Education plays a vital role in sustaining an organized, joyful, and compliant school environment.

Key responsibilities include:

• Administrative Operations & Compliance
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee and student records
  • Ensure all documentation complies with NYC DOH Article 47 standards
  • Support onboarding, training coordination, and record management
• Daily School Support
  • Work closely with teachers and staff to manage daily schedules
  • Provide on-the-ground support during transitions, school events, and peak times
  • Step into classrooms when needed to maintain continuity and student support
• Community Presence
  • Serve as a warm, professional, and approachable point of contact for families
  • Uphold our culture of calm, respect, and partnership

This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and enjoys balancing detail-oriented administrative work with meaningful daily interactions in a school setting.

Flatiron
Located steps from the iconic Flatiron Building and Madison Square Park, our original campus reflects the energy, culture, and international diversity of the neighborhood.

So Ho
Our SoHo location is housed in a custom-built facility featuring beautifully designed classrooms and both indoor and outdoor play areas—a rare offering downtown.

We value the professionals who shape our community. Our benefits include:

• Highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Daily collaboration with trained and experienced administrative and educational leaders
• A supportive culture that prioritizes authenticity, organization, and excellence in line with high-fidelity AMI Montessori principles

Our ideal candidate is:

• Warm, joyful, polished, and professional in all interactions
• A lifelong learner
  who brings curiosity, humility, and initiative to their work
• Skilled in communication—both written and verbal
• Highly organized, reliable, and comfortable managing multiple priorities
• Experienced with children (required)
• Certified in New York State Early Childhood Education (preferred)
• Experience in Montessori environments is a plus but not required—training and mentorship will be provided.

Salary Range: $57,500-$62,500 annually

If you are inspired by purposeful work in a mission-driven school that values excellence, organization, and community, we encourage you to apply. Interested candidates, please reach out to Joan Ong at
joano
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