Deputy Head of School

Job Description

Montessori Academy of Broward (MAB) provides a child-centered, developmentally focused education from infancy through 8th grade, nurturing each student’s physical, emotional, social, and cognitive growth. As an American Montessori Society-affiliated school, MAB emphasizes independence, empathy, social justice, and lifelong learning, fostering a joyful environment where students unlock their unique potential and prepare for tomorrow's world. MAB is a member of the International Schools Partnership (ISP), a consortium of high performing international schools located across the globe.

Job Profile:

The Deputy Head of School works in close partnership with the Head of School to provide strategic leadership, operational oversight, and instructional guidance to ensure the continued growth, effectiveness, and success of the school. This role is critical in driving school improvement, fostering a strong culture of learning, and maintaining high standards across all aspects of school life.

Core Purpose

To support the Head of School in leading and managing the school by:

· Driving the vision and strategic direction to ensure continuous school improvement

· Contributing to the development, implementation, and evaluation of the School Development Plan

· Supporting daily operations and maintaining a strong, visible leadership presence

· Modeling excellence in teaching, leadership, and professionalism

· Leading delegated areas of responsibility with accountability and impact

· Promoting the safeguarding, well-being, and holistic development of all students

· Acting on behalf of the Head of School when required

Strategic Direction and Development

• Contribute to the articulation and execution of a clear, compelling school vision
• Support the development, implementation, and evaluation of the School Development Plan
• Lead and contribute to policy development and review aligned with strategic priorities
• Ensure curriculum design and development meets the needs of all learners and supports progression and continuity
• Drive continuous improvement through data-informed decision-making
• Initiate and lead staff development aligned to school priorities and improvement goals

Leadership and Management

• Inspire, challenge, and empower staff to achieve ambitious outcomes
• Establish clear expectations, accountability structures, and collaborative working relationships
• Lead and manage change effectively, ensuring strong communication and staff engagement
• Maintain high standards of professional performance and address underperformance when necessary
• Directly supervise designated areas (e.g., Upper School), supporting leadership development and accountability
• Support the Head of School in financial planning, resource allocation, and operational efficiency
• Maintain a strong, visible presence across the school community

Learning and Teaching

• Lead the implementation and monitoring of the Learning Improvement Plan (LIP), ensuring alignment with strategic priorities
• Drive a culture of high-impact teaching and learning across the school
• Utilize data (e.g., assessments, learning visits, student outcomes) to inform instruction and program development
• Collaborate with faculty to design and implement instructional initiatives that improve student outcomes
• Monitor progress toward LIP goals and report outcomes to leadership and stakeholders
• Promote innovation, student agency, and effective use of technology in learning
• Support cross-curricular collaboration and continuous instructional improvement
• Contribute to whole-school data analysis and target setting
• Ensure a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment for all students

Safeguarding and Student Well-Being

• Promote and uphold the highest standards of safeguarding and child protection
• Ensure compliance with all safeguarding policies and procedures
• Foster a culture of care, respect, and well-being across the school community

Operational Leadership

• Support the day-to-day management of the school to ensure smooth and effective operations
• Contribute to staffing, scheduling, and resource planning
• Maintain a visible leadership presence to support staff and students
• Deputize for the Head of School as required

Professional Expectations

• Demonstrate integrity, professionalism, and sound judgment always
• Serve as a role model for staff and students
• Engage in ongoing professional development
• Contribute positively to the culture and community of the schools

Physical Requirements: The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following physical demands: some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling. 

Benefits: We offer a benefits package for eligible employees that can include health benefits, retirement contributions, and paid time off.

E-Verify Participation: ISP U.S. participates in E-Verify and will provide the Federal Government with your form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Florida Background Check Process with Clearinghouse:  The Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse (Clearinghouse) is a system for background screening results of individuals required by law to undergo screening for employment in positions that provide services to vulnerable populations, as mandated by section 435.12, Florida Statutes. All background checks are conducted via the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. More details can be found via https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

ISP Principles

Begin with our children and students. Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Simply, their success is our success. Wellbeing and safety are both essential for learners and learning. Therefore, we are consistent in identifying potential safeguarding

and Health & Safety issues and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately.

Treat everyone with care and respect. We look after one another, embrace similarities and differences and promote the well-being of self and others.

Operate effectively. We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference. We apply school policies and procedures and embody the shared ideas of our community.

Are financially responsible. We make financial choices carefully based on the needs of the children, students and our schools.

Learn continuously. Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement.

ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles

ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including an online due diligence search, references and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years’ employment history.

ISP Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

ISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender expression, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of ISP through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.