Charter School Administrative Partner

Charter School Administrative Partner Northern Nevada Wildflower Montessori Reno, NV Job Details Part-time | Full-time $70,000

• $90,000 a year 15 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Qualifications Overseeing educational financial management Teamwork School administrator license Teaching Certification School administration Master's degree Operations Bachelor's degree Time management Full Job Description Northern Nevada Wildflower Montessori School, a charter school in the Reno/Sparks area, will open in August 2027.

We will initially serve students from Pre-K3 through 3rd grade, then expand to 6th grade, offering a high-quality education that combines strong academic outcomes with the principles of authentic Montessori. We seek a collaborative Administrative Partner, licensed or eligible as a school administrator, to work alongside teacher leaders in a nonhierarchical model, ensuring compliance and contributing to shared decision-making. This position will begin as part-time work This position will begin as a part-time role during the school's 2026-2027 planning year and will move to full-time as soon as Dec 2026. The planning year schedule is highly flexible and is designed to accommodate candidates who may remain in a full-time administrative role during the planning year. The position will transition to a full-time position for the 2027-2028 school year. Summary As the Founding Charter Admin Partner, you will develop and operationalize the charter school's operations, governance, and administrative support for Northern Nevada Wildflower Montessori (NNWM), in collaboration with Teacher Leaders and the Board of Directors. The Charter Admin Partner reports to the Board of Directors. This role is designed to support Teacher Leaders, not manage, within a non-hierarchical management structure. The Charter Admin Partner will be primarily responsible for maintaining charter and preschool compliance requirements and reporting charter-wide. Our Mission The mission of Northern Nevada Wildflower Montessori (NNWM) is to provide a high-quality, holistic, and authentic Montessori education that integrates rigorous academic standards and emotional intelligence. Honoring all backgrounds and cultures, students are empowered to reach their full potential and become compassionate leaders, innovators, and ethical citizens who contribute positively to the world as change makers. Minimum Qualifications In accordance with

NRS 388A.521

A valid teacher's license issued pursuant to of NRS with an administrative endorsement OR A master's degree in school administration, public administration or business administration OR A bachelor's degree with at least 5 years of experience in school administration, public administration or business administration Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a shared/distributive leadership, collaborative, and non-hierarchical environment Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to run systems that are both effective and efficient.

Essential Responsibilities:

Operations & Compliance Enhance and implement the incubation year and start-up operations plan for NNWM in alignment with authorizer expectations, state and federal requirements, Nevada Childcare Licensing, and Wildflower Teacher Leader School Startup timelines. Maintain and track all charter compliance and Nevada Childcare Licensing systems and requirements, in collaboration with Teacher Leaders, ensuring the school meets all accountability expectations. Maintain organized records of all authorizer correspondence, submissions, and approvals. Collaborate with Teacher Leaders and the Finance Partner or contractor to develop reporting standards and protocols. Maintain a compliance reporting schedule and communicate all charter school requirements to Teacher Leaders, the Board of Directors, the back office support partner, and the finance partner. Preparing and submitting compliance documents, data reports, and financial filings on behalf of the school Facilitating authorizer site visits, audits, and monitoring processes by managing logistics and supporting staff preparation Communicating proactively with the authorizer to clarify requirements, resolve issues, and build a relationship of trust. Surfacing compliance risks or concerns to the team and board and engaging the advice process when decisions are needed Manage schoolwide business and governmental relationships, including charter authorizer, preschool licensor, business partnerships, and affiliation with The Wildflower Foundation. Oversee enrollment, reporting, human resources, back office support partner, financial management, and student information systems, ensuring smooth administrative processes, in collaboration with Teacher Leaders. Design and implement enrollment, financial management, and student information data systems in collaboration with Teacher Leaders. Cultivate grant, scholarship, and fundraising opportunities for pre-school and charter school in partnership with Teacher Leaders and the Board of Directors. Governance & Leadership Collaborate closely with the NNWM Board of Directors and Founding Teacher Leaders to plan, develop, and operate the K-6 charter and preschool site. Collaborate with Teacher Leaders to ensure all commitments outlined in the Membership Agreement between The Wildflower Foundation and NNWM align with the school's mission and goals. Identify and steward key community and back-office partnerships, alongside Teacher Leaders, that strengthen the school's ability to deliver a culturally responsive Montessori learning environment. Develop and maintain excellent collaborative relationships with other charters, preschools, and Montessori leaders in the region. Community Engagement & Communications Develop and operationalize a comprehensive communications plan alongside Teacher Leaders to support and advance NNWM's mission. Partner with nonprofit organizations, local stakeholders, and Teacher Leaders to build and maintain community connections that support culturally responsive Montessori learning environments for the families and neighborhoods we serve. Maximize access to community resource partners and revenue assistance for low-income families across the charter and preschool school Preferred Attitudes, Knowledge, and Skills Entrepreneurial leadership

• You are flexible, open-minded, see opportunity in obstacles, and are energized by using creativity and resourcefulness to anticipate challenges and create solutions to problems. Generosity of spirit
• You build authentic relationships in diverse settings, practice gratitude, and lead with love. You seek advice openly and are comfortable working in a distributed leadership model in collaboration with Teacher Leaders. Commitment to serving diverse and multifaceted communities
• You are eager to increase access to Montessori to racially and socioeconomically diverse communities and are deeply committed to supporting the development of intersectional communities.

You understand the role race, along with ethnicity, gender/gender identity and sexual orientation, play in contributing to persistent inequity. You have engaged in culturally responsive and anti-racist practices with the students and families you serve. In addition to English, the ability to speak languages spoken by our community and stakeholders is preferred. Willingness to bring your full self to this work as an engaged contributor. Have the energy, commitment, and passion to work collaboratively with other social entrepreneurs launching a distinct, intimate school community. You will be a key collaborator, helping to weave and strengthen the connections across the early childhood and elementary programs. A desire to learn and grow

• You are eager to stretch beyond your current experience, to develop new skills and expertise and to more deeply explore your purpose and potential. Ability to work effectively with all internal and external stakeholders
• You enjoy and are competent working with a variety of stakeholders in Northern Nevada including Teacher Leaders, staff, volunteers, board members, donors, and partners. You are able to ensure smooth and efficient operations across our early childhood and elementary school classrooms. Curiosity toward the edge of innovative practices
• You have an interest in learning and practicing self-management and are eager to join with staff and participate in a system of governance in which autonomy is valued and power is distributed.

This work is ever-evolving and you prioritize transparency, requesting and sharing advice with one another, a commitment to participation in conflict resolution practices, and clearly articulating roles and responsibilities to ensure that each staff member is able to lead within their role. Hours & Benefits This is a full-time position with a salary range of$70,000

• 85,000, commensurate with experience. Northern Nevada Wildflower Montessori offers a comprehensive benefits package, opportunities for ongoing professional development, and connection to the wider Wildflower Schools community and supports.
• Northern Nevada Wildflower Montessori shall not discriminate, on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, creed, religion, sex or gender, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, status with regard to public assistance, or in any other way based on personal identity markers that do not relate to the capacity of an individual person to carry out the responsibilities of a role.

Pay:

$70,000.00

• $90,000.

00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person