Elementary Program Director

Harbor Montessori School – Gig Harbor, WA Position

Start Date:

2025–2026 Academic Year

Harbor Montessori School (HMS) is actively searching for a vibrant and compassionate Elementary Program Director for the 2025–2026 academic year.

Preference will be given to candidates who hold both Lower and Upper Elementary Montessori credentials; however, candidates with just one of these credentials will also be considered.

Located on a beautiful four-acre campus just two miles from downtown Gig Harbor, HMS features well-equipped classrooms, small class sizes, and a welcoming, joyful faculty and staff.

Harbor Montessori School is accredited by the American Montessori Society (AMS) and the Northwest Association of Independent Schools (NWAIS), and is an equal opportunity employer. We seek candidates who embrace the tenets of Montessori education and align with the school’s mission, vision, and values—including optimism, respect, connection, integrity, and inclusivity.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of five years full-time Montessori classroom experience at the elementary level
• Deep understanding of Montessori education and child development in the second plane
• Strong interpersonal, team collaboration, and relational skills
• Detail-oriented with demonstrated leadership capabilities

Position Type: Full-time, 12-month

General responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Faculty and staff mentoring and oversight
• Family relations
• Professional development and curriculum coordination
• Student support
• Ensure the elementary program meets AMS and NWAIS accreditation standards

Education / Certification Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree with evidence of ongoing professional development
• AMS or AMI Montessori Elementary Credential
• Ten or more hours of documented professional development per year
• Washington State Teacher Certification (preferred)

Skills and Experience Requirements:

• At least five years of Montessori classroom experience
• Demonstrated growth in leadership, mentoring, and/or supervisory roles
• Deep understanding of the developmental, social, and emotional journey of children ages 6–12
• Commitment to inclusion and support of diverse learners in a Montessori environment
• Dedication to building and sustaining a Montessori-aligned community of children, families, and staff