Founded in 1962, we are one of the country's oldest Montessori schools. Our unique facilities feature sunny, spacious classrooms, libraries and gymnasium. Located just six miles outside of Philadelphia, our teachers make extensive use of the area's rich cultural and environmental diversity.
Gladwyne Montessori is always accepting resumes for experienced, Montessori credentialed educators for our Infant-Toddler, Primary, and Elementary programs.
Attractive salary and benefits package, including health, dental, long term disability, 403B and tuition remission. Must show ability to work collaboratively for the benefit of each child and the school, as well as commitment to professional development and growth.
This is a 12-month, full time position that boasts comprehensive benefits and a salary commensurate with experience. A Masters degree is preferred.
Position Description:
The Director of Admissions and Enrollment Management will work closely with the Senior Leadership Team to ensure that advertising, publicity and events related to the attraction of new students and the retention of existing students leads to an enrollment of 90% capacity or better, and ultimately a waitlist of 10% of the size of each program offered by the school. The Director of Admissions and Enrollment Management will report to the Head of School and, in partnership with the Senior Leadership Team, will lead, plan, direct and implement overall strategy for all student recruitment and retention initiatives on behalf of the school. The Director will oversee an Admissions Associate and will actively participate in the creation, design, budget and production of on- and off-site recruitment and retention efforts and events to support enrollment.
Responsibilities:
Foster and facilitate increased retention with existing enrolled students;
Advance the mission of the school by identifying, attracting, and securing mission-appropriate families for each program level;
Carry out all aspects of the admissions cycle:
Initiate contact with prospective families;
Conduct individualized tours for prospective families;
Orchestrate and lead open house events;
Systematically and efficiently handle inquiries, applications and communications with prospective families;
Schedule and organize student visits, interviews, observations, assessments as appropriate for each program offered by the school;
Build and maintain relationships with current and past families;
Develop appropriate recruitment strategies for prospective families;
Move prospective families in an appropriate and timely fashion toward fully executed enrollment contracts; and,
Maintain up-to-date records and keep relevant statistics on all aspects of the admissions and re-enrollment data.
Act as a resource for the Head of School, Board of Trustees, Senior Leadership Team and Faculty by leveraging school retention and recruitment events and initiatives while providing strategy to push these initiatives forward and see them to fruition;
Identify and develop relationships with feeder schools to increase the pool of prospective mission-appropriate families;
Promote opportunities for new families to feel welcome and oriented by establishing mentor family partnerships annually;
Represent the school at appropriate conferences and events;
Work with School Secretary and Admissions Associate to ensure Student Information Software system is up-to-date and accurate;
Work with School Secretary, Marketing and Communications Associate and Admissions Associate to ensure that all admissions/enrollment related communications are sent in a timely and proactive fashion;
Serve as a member of the Tuition Assistance Committee;
Oversee Parent Ambassadors for the Admissions Office;
Work with Head of School and CFO to develop and communicate accurate enrollment projections annually and maintain current and up-to-date records of these projections throughout each admissions cycle;
Attend Board of Trustee meetings and provide reporting as requested; and,
Perform other duties as assigned by the Head of School.
Core Competencies:
Minimum five years proven successful experience in admissions and enrollment management;
Successful track record of data management, establishing and managing program waitlists and achieving full enrollment in a highly competitive independent school market;
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, creative thinking;
An eagerness and ability to interact with parents, students, faculty and staff, administrators, trustees, alumni and other friends of the school;
Excellent interpersonal skills, written and verbal communication skills and relationship building skills;
Ability to understand and anticipate the needs and interests of various stakeholders: current parents, prospective parents, feeder schools, teachers, administrative colleagues, trustees;
Database/CRM management experience preferred;
Ability to work both independently and as a team member, prioritize work and meet competing deadlines while managing multiple tasks and maintaining a positive attitude;
Demonstrated record of completing assignments in a timely manner; and,
A willingness to work outside of “normal” business hours is essential as peak periods and special events necessitate some evening and weekend hours.
Interested candidates should send cover letter, resume, three letters of reference and a Philosophy of Independent School Admissions Statement to:
Carrie Kries, Head of School, at ckries@gladwyne.org
Gladwyne Montessori and Community Partnership School seek an Information Technology Specialist to work collaboratively with both schools (20 hours a week per school).
The Information Technology (IT) Specialist is devoted to all aspects of computer network, workstation, and auxiliary device support, including set-up, installation, troubleshooting, service, upgrades, and maintenance. The IT Specialist is not only a technical worker but often deals directly with the user, offering advice, training, solutions and guidance. The ideal candidate will be conscientious, attentive to detail, and possess both strong analytical and communication skills.
Primary Responsibilities
Qualifications
Gladwyne Montessori School and Community Partnership School provide equal employment opportunities regardless of social identity, including but not limited to age, ethnicity, gender, learning or physical ability, national origin, race, religion, and sexual orientation.
Physical Requirements and Work Environment:
Reports To: Chief Financial Officer
Apply by sending your resume to hr@gladwyne.org
The Staff Accountant supports the delivery of services provided by the Business Office including accounting, finance, budgeting, risk management, and general operational support.
Primary Responsibilities
Maintain books on the daily operations of the school
Tuition and Fee Billing and tracking
Posting and collecting of accounts receivable
Posting and payment of account payable
Recording of cash receipts
Maintenance of necessary ledgers and preparation of periodic financial statements
Reconcile bank statements
Reconcile general ledger accounts
Ensure internal accounting controls and procedures are implemented including segregation of duties
Budgeting support and tracking
Filing and record retention
Maintaining general ledger system
Carry out tasks as assigned by the Chief Financial Officer
Qualifications
Apply by sending your resume and cover letter to hr@gladwyne.org
This is a 10-month, full time position that boasts comprehensive benefits and a salary commensurate with experience. Must be AMS or AMI 9 - 12 certified.
Position Summary:
Qualifications:
Must have a minimum of three years experience working with children in a Montessori environment and at least one of those years working as a Montessori classroom head teacher;
Must have Bachelor’s degree or higher in Education or related discipline;
Must demonstrate cultural competency;
Must have knowledge of minimum standards, health and safety practices, social and emotional development and classroom management;
Must be reliable, flexible, positive, patient, warm and enthusiastic about working as part of a team of adults and engaging with families;
Must relate joyfully with children; and,
Must pass all required clearances (PA Child Abuse, Pennsylvania Access to Criminal History, Federal Criminal History Background Check)
Interested candidates should send cover letter, resume, 3 letters of reference and an educational philosophy statement to: Carrie Kries, Head of School
This is a 10-month, full time position that boasts comprehensive benefits and a salary commensurate with experience.
Position Summary:
Qualifications:
Interested candidates should send cover letter, resume, 3 letters of reference and an educational philosophy statement to:
Our substitute teachers will always be working with at least one member of our teaching staff and should defer to these members of the teaching team for following procedures and protocols:
Interested candidates should send resume and cover letter to:
This is a 10-month, part-time position that boasts a salary commensurate with experience.
Teachers who do not have their American Montessori Society credential will be required to attend a Montessori Philosophy course prior to the start of the school year.
Position Description:
Must be able to:
Qualifications:
Must have a minimum of 2-years of experience working with children in Makers environment;
Must have Bachelor’s degree or higher in Education or related discipline;
Must possess demonstrated cultural competency;
Must relate joyfully to children;
Must have knowledge of minimum standards, health and safety practices, social and emotional development and classroom management;
Must be reliable, flexible, positive, patient, warm and enthusiastic about working as part of a team of adults and engaging with parents and caregivers;
Must pass all required clearances; and,
Must have a willingness and interest in attending Montessori Philosophy coursework.
Interested candidates should send cover letter, resume, 3 letters of reference and an educational philosophy statement to:
Carrie Kries, Head of School, at ckries@gladwyne.org
This is a 10-month, part-time position that boasts a salary commensurate with experience.
Teachers who do not have their American Montessori Society credential will be required to attend a Montessori Philosophy course prior to the start of the school year.
Position Description:
Must be able to:
Move and organize classroom tables and chairs, move about the building as needed;
Bend, squat, kneel with ease;
Sit comfortably on the floor with children and on low chairs; and,
Lift up to 35 pounds.
Qualifications:
Must have a minimum of 2-years of experience working with children in Outdoor Learning environment;
Must have Bachelor’s degree or higher in Education or related discipline;
Must possess demonstrated cultural competency;
Must relate joyfully to children;
Must have knowledge of minimum standards, health and safety practices, social and emotional development and classroom management;
Must be reliable, flexible, positive, patient, warm and enthusiastic about working as part of a team of adults and engaging with parents and caregivers;
Must pass all required clearances; and,
Must have a willingness and interest in attending Montessori Philosophy coursework.
Interested candidates should send cover letter, resume, 3 letters of reference and an educational philosophy statement to:
Carrie Kries, Head of School, at ckries@gladwyne.org
This is a 10-month, part-time position that boasts a salary commensurate with experience.
Position Description:
Skillfully delivers music instruction to children spanning ages 2 years to 12 years;
Possesses strong content knowledge and skillful musical application with a variety of instruments;
Creates a peaceful, prepared environment that is conducive to high-level, developmentally appropriate learning that supports the executive function skills of each child;
Works with other members of the Teaching Faculty and Senior Leadership to ensure continuity of curriculum and communication;
Engages children in peaceful, effective positive behavior support;
Reads and abides by the policies and procedures of Gladwyne Montessori School; and,
Assists in duties beyond the classroom as requested by Head of School.
Must be able to:
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in music education preferred;
Must have a minimum of two years of experience teaching music to children;
Must have knowledge of minimum standards, health and safety practices, social and emotional development and classroom management;
Must demonstrate cultural competency;
Must relate joyfully to children;
Must be reliable, flexible, positive, patient, warm and enthusiastic about working as part of a team of adults and engaging with families; and,
Must pass all required clearances.
Interested candidates should send cover letter, resume, 3 letters of reference and an educational philosophy statement to:
Carrie Kries, Head of School, at ckries@gladwyne.org
Our substitute teachers will always be working with at least one member of our teaching staff and should defer to these members of the teaching team for following procedures and protocols:
Interested candidates should send resume and cover letter to:
Gladwyne Montessori does not discriminate in admission, financial aid, administration of its educational policies and employment practices on the basis of race, color, religious creed, disability, ancestry, national or ethnic origin, limited English proficiency, age, gender, sexual orientation, or marital status.
Updated July 21, 2020
Join us on Wednesday, March 10 at 7:30 p.m. for a special, virtual Open House focusing on our Primary program!
What makes this Open House so special? Our amazing, Montessori-credentialed faculty will be there to talk about their classrooms and answer any questions you may have about the individualized learning experience Gladwyne Montessori has to offer your remarkable preschooler. Register >>
