
Website Wonderwood Montessori School
New Montessori school opening Jan 2026 in Cairns
We are seeking a dedicated and dynamic Principal to lead our Montessori school, guiding staff and students in a nurturing and authentic Montessori environment. The ideal candidate will be committed to upholding Montessori principles while ensuring compliance with educational standards and fostering a thriving school community.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide strong educational leadership, aligning with Montessori philosophy, curriculum, and educational design.
Support staff and the Board in maintaining a complex learning environment that follows Montessori principles with decisions being based with the children as central.
Role model and cultivate within the school respect, moral values, making moral decisions and ethics.
Supervise, plan, evaluate, and coordinate school programs and activities.
Model and promote respect, ethical decision-making, and moral values within the school community.
Lead team meetings and support the professional growth of educators.
Observe and engage with Montessori environments regularly to ensure fidelity to the methodology.
Develop and implement strategic plans to build a healthy school community to enhance student achievement, improve curriculum delivery, and support parental expectations.
Oversee quality assurance evaluations and ensure adherence to government regulations.
Liaise with external stake holders including but not limited to local community, government agencies, financial institutions, educational institutions and national and international Montessori organisations.
Drive school growth and address challenges proactively.
To apply for this job email your details to sallyconnellan@gmail.com.