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As Head of School, you will establish and lead a Bezos Academy with children ages three through five as part of a growing multi-state network of high quality, tuition-free, Montessori-inspired preschools in under-resourced communities. You will bring significant teaching and school leadership experience, knowledge of child development, culturally responsive teaching practices, an understanding of the Hawaiian culture, customs and local spirit of aloha, and experience working with diverse communities. You are deeply committed to making a difference in the lives of children and families, embodying our Child First Always leadership principle.
As the first Head of School on the island of Maui, you will be Bezos Academy`s leader in the community, county, and state. You will build a partnership of county and state-wide support with community, political, and education leaders to further Bezos Academy`s mission. You will lead external stakeholder engagement, representing Bezos Academy and embodying our Leadership Principles. In preparation for your school opening in fall 2025, you will build a strong school culture, coach and develop teaching staff, create an environment that is inclusive of all children of Hawaii, and ensure the educational experience in every classroom is of the highest standard. You will participate closely in the launch and opening of your preschool by working closely with the community, selecting materials, ensuring proper licensing, and hiring teaching/support staff. You will lead the effort to infuse Hawaiian culture and language with child-centered Montessori practices. Above all, you will lead the preschool with aloha, respect for the environment and island, and demonstrate passion for our mission to expand access to high-quality preschool in under-resourced communities.
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We anticipate opening a new Bezos Academy preschool in Lahaina, Maui in partnership with a local community partner in the fall of 2025, pending construction.
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